New peer-reviewed study highlights safety and clinical benefits of intradiscal MSC therapy for chronic low back pain ...

In degenerative disc disease (DDD), the discs that separate your spine's bones, or vertebrae, start to breakdown, or degenerate. The discs provide cushion between the vertebrae, absorb shock, and ...

Human trials have shown that hydrogel injections are a promising, effective treatment for chronic lower back pain caused by degenerative disc disease (DDD). The treatment is far less invasive than ...

Several types of back surgery can help reduce back pain. Common procedures include spinal fusion, discectomy, and disk replacement. Recovery times may depend on the extent of the procedure. Share on ...

People with degenerative disk disease should avoid slouching and a sedentary lifestyle. They should also refrain from exercise or activities that are high impact or involve heavy lifting. The backbone ...

Dr. Carrie Jose, in her latest Health and Wellness column, talks about herniated discs and cortisone shots, and what most ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I've been struggling with back stiffness and pain for a long time, but it has gotten worse in the last few years. My doctor told me that I have degenerative disk disease. What ...

A lot of people tend to suffer from lower back pain, which can be chronic. Every individual, at some point in their lives, has experienced lower pain. In some cases, lower back pain can be due to ...