Degenerative Disc Disease Treatment in Greensboro, NC
Degenerative disc disease can cause ongoing stiffness and pain that makes everyday movement uncomfortable. At Grosman Family Chiropractic Clinic, our doctors provide gentle chiropractic care that helps manage symptoms, improve mobility, and slow the impact of disc degeneration on your life.
Request an AppointmentWhat Causes Degenerative Disc Disease?
Degenerative disc disease (DDD) is not truly a disease but a condition in which spinal discs lose hydration and height over time. Aging, previous injuries, repetitive strain, poor posture, and genetics can all contribute. DDD often occurs alongside degenerative joint disease (DJD), also known as spinal arthritis.
Common Symptoms
- Chronic low back or neck pain
- Stiffness, especially in the morning
- Pain that worsens with sitting, bending, or lifting
- Pain that improves with walking or changing positions
- Numbness or tingling in the arms or legs
- Episodes of flare-ups followed by calmer periods
How Our Doctors Diagnose Degenerative Disc Disease
Your care begins with a detailed consultation and a complete chiropractic examination that includes orthopedic, neurological, postural, and range-of-motion testing. When indicated, we take on-site digital X-rays to look for misalignment, degeneration, or other structural problems. Learn more about what happens during your first visit.
Chiropractic Treatment for Degenerative Disc Disease
Because DDD affects joint motion, our doctors often use gentle, low-force methods like the Pro-Adjuster and flexion/distraction to restore movement without stressing the spine. Intersegmental traction, electrical muscle stimulation, and ultrasound support comfort and circulation, and therapeutic exercises improve strength and flexibility. Every plan is personalized and may combine chiropractic adjustments with our in-office therapies.
Home Care and Prevention
Staying active, maintaining a healthy weight, staying hydrated, and avoiding long periods in one position can help protect your spine. Ongoing wellness care helps many patients manage DDD long term. Once your symptoms are under control, wellness care helps keep your body functioning at its best and reduces the chance of future flare-ups.
Related Conditions We Treat
Patients with degenerative disc disease often have overlapping concerns. We also treat herniated discs, neck pain, whiplash, and auto accident injuries. View the full list of conditions we treat or read our frequently asked questions. We accept most major insurance plans; see our payment options for details.
Degenerative Disc Disease FAQs
What is degenerative disc disease?
Degenerative disc disease describes age-related or injury-related changes in spinal discs, including loss of hydration and height, which can cause pain and stiffness.
Can chiropractic care help degenerative disc disease?
Yes. Chiropractic care can improve joint motion, reduce pain, and help patients stay active. Gentle techniques are used to protect the spine.
Is the Pro-Adjuster good for patients with DDD?
Yes. The Pro-Adjuster provides precise, low-force adjustments, making it well suited to patients with degenerative changes or osteoporosis.
Can degenerative disc disease be reversed?
Disc degeneration cannot be reversed, but symptoms can often be managed effectively with chiropractic care, exercise, and healthy habits.
Will I need X-rays?
Digital X-rays can show disc height loss, bone spurs, and joint changes, helping your doctor create the safest and most effective treatment plan.
What exercises help degenerative disc disease?
Core strengthening, gentle stretching, and low-impact activities such as walking or swimming are often helpful. Your doctor will recommend exercises tailored to you.
Is DDD the same as arthritis?
They are related but different. DDD affects the discs, while degenerative joint disease affects the facet joints. Both often occur together.
Get Relief From Degenerative Disc Disease Today
You do not have to keep living with degenerative disc disease. Call (336) 292-9779 or request an appointment online to see our doctors at Grosman Family Chiropractic Clinic.