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Disc degeneration is the breaking down of spinal discs as you age. When discs degenerate, they don’t cushion spinal joints as well, resulting in chronic pain that can limit daily activities. If you think you’re suffering from pain caused by disc degeneration, get a head start on finding pain relief by getting started with our New Jersey spine and orthopedic specialists.
Disc degeneration can happen to anyone. It is an age-related condition and a normal progression that happens over time. In fact, nearly everyone’s discs break down as they age, but not everyone experiences the symptoms of disc degeneration.
Understanding the symptoms and the causes of disc degeneration can help you find relief from your pain. This condition often requires diagnostic imaging and treatment, which can result in significant medical expenses if left unaddressed.
With aging, the cartilage of a spinal disc becomes weak and brittle. They can develop cracks and tears. A disc might even break into fragments.
The gelatin-like substance in the core of the discs may leak through the cracks. This causes the discs to flatten, much like a deflated tire. This makes them less effective in providing cushion. The spine becomes less stable from the loss of padding in between vertebrae. This instability can significantly affect your ability to perform routine activities and may require ongoing medical intervention.
Disc degeneration might not display any symptoms. Sometimes it only causes mild pain. Other times it creates unbearable pain. Common symptoms of disc degeneration include:
If you think you are experiencing the symptoms of disc degeneration, you may need treatment. Our New Jersey specialists can evaluate your condition using our online condition tool below.
The goal with treating disc degeneration is to ease the pain while reducing—or stopping completely—more damage to the spine. Based on your symptoms, and the extent of your conditions, the spine specialists at Oasis Orthopedic and Spine throughout Northern New Jersey provide the best treatment for your specific situation.
If conservative treatments are not effective, your spine physician may want you to consider a surgical treatment. Most disc degeneration treatments can be performed with a minimally invasive procedure, such as:
If you think surgical treatment might be the answer to your disc degeneration pain, we can help. Find out what treatment is right for you with our treatment finder tool below.
Living with disc degeneration doesn’t have to mean living with pain. At Oasis Orthopedic & Spine, our team provides comprehensive care across nine convenient locations throughout Northern New Jersey. We offer both non-surgical and surgical treatments to address your specific needs, from epidural steroid injections to advanced minimally invasive spine surgery.
Our physicians combine years of experience with cutting-edge technology to provide you with the highest quality care. Whether you need physical therapy, pain management, or surgical intervention, we’re here to help you get back to the activities you enjoy. Contact us today to schedule your consultation and take the first step toward relief.
The team at Oasis Orthopedic & Spine consists of experienced physicians and specialists providing comprehensive orthopedic and spine care across nine convenient locations throughout Northern New Jersey. Specializing in minimally invasive spine surgery, advanced orthopedic treatments, and pain management, our goal is to bring you the real-world clinical expertise and proven treatment approaches we use in our practice daily.
