LIVING WITH DEGENERATIVE DISC DISEASE The vast majority of people with lower back pain and/or sciatica symptoms from lumbar degenerative disc disease will be able to successfully manage their pain and avoid surgery. Indeed, over 90% of individuals specifically diagnosed with degenerative disc disease will find that their low back pain and other symptoms go away or subside within three months. But even patients whose pain does not subside within three months can undertake a range of actions—including a number of self-care activities—to manage their pain. This article identifies the key components of a self-care program patients can undertake to manage the pain of degenerative disc disease, and describes actions that can be incorporated into daily routines, including: First, quickly reduce the pain to a tolerable level Engage in a controlled, progressive exercise and active rehabilitation Identify and act on any behavioral and activity modifications needed to minimize aggravation to the disc Improve hydration and nutrition to foster improved spinal disc health. Read the whole article and view videos at: spine-health/conditions/degenerative-disc-disease/living-degenerative-disc-disease
Posted on: Sun, 25 Jan 2015 16:00:00 +0000
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