"Tom" had to find something to help his degenerative disc disease.
The problem had started slowly several years prior. At first, it was just a nagging pain in the low back. As time went on, the pain got worse and he became stiffer and stiffer.
Then he started having difficulty walking and he had to begin using a cane. Then he needed a cane in each hand to be able to get around. He figured pretty soon if the degenerative disc disease got any worse he'd have to use a walker and then a wheelchair or scooter.
Then Tom learned about a new method to treat degenerative disc disease. After talking to the doctor offering this new treatment, it turned out that Tom was a candidate for it and so he decided to give it a try.
It took several visits, but gradually Tom noticed that he was getting around better. He started being able to stand up easier and straighter. Pretty soon, he was back to using just one cane to walk. Then he found he could get around without a cane altogether.
Tom still has some back pain - he's not going to be running any marathons - but the new degenerative disc disease treatment sure made a big difference. While his back's not perfect, and probably never will be, he's no longer worried about having to get a scooter to get around and life is a whole lot easier.
Degenerative disc disease in the lower spine can create a number of symptoms, including back pain, sciatica, numbness or tingling in the legs and feet, weakness, difficulty standing up straight, and possibly even sexual dysfunction or bladder control problems.
The discs are the soft-tissue "shock absorbers" between the spinal bones. The discs have a center composed of a semi-liquid gel. Due various injuries over time, the discs may become damaged and begin to gradually lose fluid and degenerate. Oftentimes, degenerative disc disease is seen in association with a bulging or hernated disc. As the fluid loss continues, the discs become thinner and no longer provide shock absorption.
As degenerative disc disease progresses, thhe thinner the discs become, and the more pressure there is on the spinal joint surfaces. This increased pressure on the joints causes the body to lay down additional bone to reinforce the area. Over time, this extra bone forms ridges and spurs which sometimes start to close off the openings that the spinal cord and spinal nerves pass through (which is called spinal and neural stenosis).
The problem had started slowly several years prior. At first, it was just a nagging pain in the low back. As time went on, the pain got worse and he became stiffer and stiffer.
Then he started having difficulty walking and he had to begin using a cane. Then he needed a cane in each hand to be able to get around. He figured pretty soon if the degenerative disc disease got any worse he'd have to use a walker and then a wheelchair or scooter.
Then Tom learned about a new method to treat degenerative disc disease. After talking to the doctor offering this new treatment, it turned out that Tom was a candidate for it and so he decided to give it a try.
It took several visits, but gradually Tom noticed that he was getting around better. He started being able to stand up easier and straighter. Pretty soon, he was back to using just one cane to walk. Then he found he could get around without a cane altogether.
Tom still has some back pain - he's not going to be running any marathons - but the new degenerative disc disease treatment sure made a big difference. While his back's not perfect, and probably never will be, he's no longer worried about having to get a scooter to get around and life is a whole lot easier.
Degenerative disc disease in the lower spine can create a number of symptoms, including back pain, sciatica, numbness or tingling in the legs and feet, weakness, difficulty standing up straight, and possibly even sexual dysfunction or bladder control problems.
The discs are the soft-tissue "shock absorbers" between the spinal bones. The discs have a center composed of a semi-liquid gel. Due various injuries over time, the discs may become damaged and begin to gradually lose fluid and degenerate. Oftentimes, degenerative disc disease is seen in association with a bulging or hernated disc. As the fluid loss continues, the discs become thinner and no longer provide shock absorption.
As degenerative disc disease progresses, thhe thinner the discs become, and the more pressure there is on the spinal joint surfaces. This increased pressure on the joints causes the body to lay down additional bone to reinforce the area. Over time, this extra bone forms ridges and spurs which sometimes start to close off the openings that the spinal cord and spinal nerves pass through (which is called spinal and neural stenosis).
Model Showing Section Of Normal Lumbar Spine
Model Showing Section Of Lumbar Spine With Degenerated Discs
Once spinal and neural stenosis has become advanced, treatment options for degenerative disc disease become rather limited. For this reason, the earlier treatment begins, the better. We are proud to be among the first in the San Antonio area to offer the latest breakthrough in degenerative disc disease treatment. See our degenerative disc disease treatment page for information on an amazing offer that allows you to experience the effects of this new treatment without spending a dime!
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Best Health And Wellness
Dr. George Best, D.C.
(210) 341-7040
We are located at:
11230 West Avenue, Suite #1109
(in the Commons West Offices)
San Antonio, Texas 78213
Dr. George Best, D.C.
(210) 341-7040
We are located at:
11230 West Avenue, Suite #1109
(in the Commons West Offices)
San Antonio, Texas 78213
To contact us, email to info@SpineSA.com, or call us at (210)341-7040.
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