Degenerative Disc Disease
Wear of the spinal discs over time can cause chronic neck or back pain. Explore minimally invasive treatment options.
What Is Degenerative Disc Disease?
Degenerative disc disease describes the normal wear of spinal discs over time. As discs lose water and height, they cushion less, and the disc itself or nearby joints can become a source of pain.
Common Symptoms
- Ongoing low back or neck pain
- Pain that flares with sitting, lifting or bending
- Stiffness, especially in the morning
- Periods of worse pain that come and go
How Dr. Rema Can Help
Treatment depends on where the pain is coming from. Options may include an epidural steroid injection, medial branch blocks and radiofrequency ablation for related joint pain, or the Intracept procedure for certain types of chronic low back pain from the vertebrae. Intracept is performed in a hospital or ambulatory surgery center.
Take the Next Step
Call 845-245-6033 to schedule a consultation with Dr. Rema at Hudson Valley Pain Management, 33 Grand Street, Suite 33A, Kingston, NY 12401. Results vary from person to person, and Dr. Rema will review your options with you.