Disc Degeneration

As with other parts of our body, our spinal discs degenerate as we age. Degeneration is a normal part of aging but can potentially be painful. OSC Physicians start with conservative treatment (ice or heat, non-steroid anti-inflammatory medications, bracing, and physical therapy.) More advanced care may involve epidural injections. Surgery may be recommended and involves either a spinal fusion or replacing the damaged disc with an implant, known as disc arthroplasty.

Read more about disc arthroplasty here.

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Call (757) 596-1900 to schedule an appointment with an Interventional Pain Physician. Visit our Contact Us page for information on office hours. Our office is located in Newport News, VA. We are 40 minutes from Virginia Beach and an hour from Richmond, VA.