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Is Degenerative Disc Disease Reversible
Degenerative disc disease occurs when the rubbery discs (between the bones) in the spine wear down. Sometimes, age can cause the bones and joints to wear down. It is not a disease but a condition in which natural, age-related wear-and-tear on a disc causes pain, instability, and other symptoms. It can happen anywhere in the body, sometimes on the joints, discs, etc. Many people are likely to be affected by the disorder. It is a normal part of aging, like your sagging skin, wrinkles, fine lines, jowls, and other signs. This disorder may likely cause low back pain or neck pain. Studies suggest that yearly low back pain affects around 5% of the adult population. However, about 70- 80% of the population is likely to experience this in their lifetime. Degenerative disc disease may not be reversed, but with the help of our advanced treatment methods and overall lifestyle changes, you can improve your quality of life.
Causes of Degenerative Disc Disease
Vertebral discs are thick and spongy with a tough exterior and gel-like center, and when discs are most active, they absorb shocks in the spine that can happen while activities jump, run, or walking. For example, your pillows flatten out while sleeping on them for years, but the discs can also flatten over time. Remember, there is a lot of pressure on your discs, and it is natural for your tissues to dry out over time. Then, these flat, dry discs can rupture, press on sensitive nerves, and can no longer absorb shocks.
* Disclaimer: Results are not guaranteed and may vary from person to person.
Symptoms of Degenerative Disc Disease
A person with degenerative disc disease can be active, and some of the common symptoms include:
- Pain may worsen when you sit, as the lower back discs experience three times more load while sitting than when standing.
- Numbness and tingling
- Pain that gets worse when you bend, lift, or twist.
- It is better to walk or run than sit or stand.
- Periods of severe pain that come and go. Sometimes, the pain can be nagging, disabling, and affect the low back, buttocks, thighs, or neck, depending on where it is affected.
- Weakness
How to Treat Degenerative Disc Disease?
One must not sit over degenerative disc disease and try to mask the pain with short-term solutions. It is better to reach out to Foothill Family Chiropractic at (909) 504-3060 as we will thoroughly diagnose the patient’s medical history, including medical symptoms and the onset of pain. Then, imaging tests like magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are performed to determine the causes. Moreover, our non-surgical spinal decompression works gently on the spine. If one has low back pain, the goal is not to mask the pain but to treat the long-term condition. Our spinal decompression has helped patients find relief that they could not with other treatment options. Learn more about our spinal decompression and how it can help you find comfort and return to your daily schedule quickly.
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Foothill Family Chiropractic is unique in their approach to treatment. Dr. Mehr treated my back injury over 6 years ago after an auto accident. He treated me with decompression treatment, which my previous chiropractor didn't do. And I have been pain free since then. I recently saw him for an adjustment for some tightness in my lower back.
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V. M.Ontario, California
I am 71 yrs old and have never been to a chiropractor. For a year I had been suffering with chronic, sometimes crippling nerve pain. My son recommended Dr Mehr @Foothill Family Chiropractic. Dr. Mehr and his friendly, competent staff immediately put me at ease. With his decompression treatments I am able to walk better often with no pain. Here’s to more and more pain free days. I highly recommend Foothill Family Chiropractic.*
A. K.Ontario, California
You don't have to live with pain. I went there because I suffered a chronic back pain. That made me gain weight and I was unable to do any kind of sport. After almost 3 months of spinal decompression, therapy and adjustment I can said that I'm free of pain. But you have to be committed with the program and follow their instructions. The only difficult part is the logistic of going there 3 times per week, other than that you just have to go there and relax. They will make you feel better! *
H. M.Ontario, California
I have seen Chiropractors off and on for over 20 years. Dr Mehr is by far the best chiropractor I have ever gone to. In fact, after incurring a back injury in January 2023 I started with a particular chiropractor who was recommending surgery at my third appointment.
I was looking for a non-surgical solution.
I then came to Dr Mehr needing to use a low back brace to stand up. I brought x-rays and an MRI I had done with me. He explained what they were showing and what treatment he would recommend. Through spinal decompression and chiropractic adjustments, by April 2023 I did not need to use the back brace anymore.
Recently, September 2024, Dr Mehr took x-rays of my neck. After educating me to what they were showing, we started neck decompression treatments. Within a month of these treatments I am already seeing increased mobility, strength and balance.
Going to Dr Mehr is the best decision I ever made. He is very knowledgeable, very skilled and very friendly. He cares about his patients and does his best to help them get, and stay, healthy. I HIGHLY recommend Foothill Family Chiropractic. They are the BEST. *
* Disclaimer: Results are not guaranteed and may vary from person to person.