- Neck & Back
- Chronic Pain
- Compression Fractures
- Concussions
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Headaches & Migraines
- Herniated or Bulging Disc
- Low Back Pain
- Neck Pain
- Mid Back Pain
- Osteoporosis
- Poor Posture & Forward Head Syndrome
- Post-Surgery Rehab
- Radiating Pain
- Sciatica & Radiating Pain
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spinal Arthritis & Spinal Stenosis
- Sprain / Strain
- Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMD)
- Whiplash
- McKenzie Method
What is Degenerative Disc Disease?
As a normal part of the aging process, the fluid filled discs between
our neck bones (vertebrae) dry out and shrink. However, in some
individuals, this can be excessive, leading to a severe loss of height
in one or more sections of the neck. This loss of height can increase
rubbing of bone on bone, produce bone spurring, increase pressure on
joints and nerves exiting the neck.
Symptoms can range from chronic aching pain in the neck, to radiating pain in the arms, numbness / tingling and headaches.
How physical therapy helps
Physical therapy is a very important part in the maintenance of
degenerative disc disease (DDD) and degenerative joint disease (DJD).
While the disease process itself can't be changed, maintaining good
posture, joint mobility, alignment, strength and range of motion, can
reduce or eliminate symptoms and maintain a healthier spine.
Our physical therapy is a great treatment solution to help you feel better and return to normal activities. If symptoms do return in the future, know that we are here to help you resolve your pain quickly. Call us today to discover how we can help you!
