Degenerative Disc Disease in New Port Richey

ruptured disc Numbness and tingling, pain with sitting, weakness. These are some of the common symptoms of what’s known as degenerative disc disease, although it isn’t actually a disease but rather a condition in which a damaged disc causes pain. With this condition, there’s a loss of hydration in one or more discs, narrowing the spaces between them. When water in the discs leaves, compression and nerve irritation occur as a result.
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What Causes It?

Degenerative disc disease is a side effect of repetitive stress on the body. These symptoms develop gradually over time. For instance, years of poor posture as a young adult often lead to slouching in older age. This is due to constant disc compression, loss of water in the discs, and, ultimately, shortening of the disc space.

Our Diagnostic Approach

At Baywest Medical, we use X-ray imaging to determine the severity of disc degeneration. With X-rays, we can clearly see the narrowing of the disc space responsible for your pain and discomfort. This imaging shows us just how closely the bones are aligned, allowing us to design a plan of care that best accommodates your specific needs.

While rare, X-rays do not always do the trick regarding diagnosis. In some cases, we send patients out for MRIs, which are the gold standard in diagnostics. For this reason, we might rely on MRIs to better document your problem areas and diagnose the severity of your condition.

How We Help

First, we recommend that patients with degenerative disc disease drink plenty of water to rehydrate the body. We then provide chiropractic adjustments as well as a combination of the following modalities to relieve unwanted pressure on your nerve roots:

Electrical muscle stimulation
Cold laser therapy
Hydrobeds

Massage therapy
Passive flexibility
Take-home exercises

Frequently Asked Questions

Is degenerative disc disease curable?

Degenerative disc disease is not curable, but its symptoms can often be managed effectively with conservative treatments. These may include medications, physical therapy, lifestyle modifications, and in some cases, minimally invasive procedures or surgery may be considered for severe cases.

Can degenerative disc disease lead to complications?

While degenerative disc disease itself is not life-threatening, it can lead to complications such as chronic pain, decreased mobility, reduced quality of life, and in severe cases, nerve compression or spinal instability that may require surgical intervention.

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If you’ve been sidelined by degenerative disc disease, we want to help alleviate your discomfort and help you heal. Schedule your appointment with us and get back to pain-free living!
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