Lumbar Degenerative Disc Disease: Part 2: Non surgical treatments
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- This episode on Lumbar Degenerative Disc Disease looks at Non-Surgical treatments like modifying daily activities, core strengthening, bodyweight loss, physiotherapy and injections. It's crucial that all of the non-surgical options be explored before surgery is considered.
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Dr. Brian W. Su, MD
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I am a retired anesthesiologist and have had four lumbar fusions over twelve years for DDD and spinal stenosis/ fascet disease. Your videos deserve an academy award for factual down to earth understandable explanations for various spine conditions. Please keep up the great work you do.
I’m 44 with DDD and more. Nothing has helped me and I’m terrified to have surgery. Walking and sitting is an issue. I can’t work out. I had to leave my job recently. I am so happy I found your page today.
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I am also 44 just found out I have ddd working on my stretches and meditation, it has worked. Hope you feel better
Omg, me too, I just turned 45, felt in great shape until a year or 2 ago, now my neck is already in Stage 3 and just found out I have degeneration in my L5, S1 too…. I don’t know what exercises to do or not do now 😢
@@silviaferreira6188What stretches or exercises do you do?….
Doc Su, you are truly the most honest doc on the internet I found. It’s refreshing and much appreciated.
Thank you for highlighting the difference between peer reviewed research and industry funded papers. I have severe DDD and I read a lot of studies on the topic. It is often very difficult to even know who is behind the study or what their incentives are. This is SO important to understand.
Dignos with d d d it's very painful to painful
When I started having problems, surgeons told me to hang on because advances in artificial disc replacement were going to make them the next big thing . It's 20 years later and nobody seems to even mention that option now.
A neurosurgeon where I live went nuts doing that surgery. He was sued by over 40 patients the last I knew. I thought it would be my healing too after decades of this. I am thankful I could not go do it. This physiotherherapy or with the blood platelets is the best thing I've heard.
@@veecamp7088 does ddd heal? I am only 25 and planing to die because of this
@@KHANGENISYS look for a doctor to give you pain meds for relief, special chairs, even exercises easy to do at home. Don't give up.
I'm so glad to share with you my experience on how I got rid of my Degenerative disc disease with dr.oyalo herb whom I met on channel. No more symptoms of back or neck pain. I'm completely free. Thanks Doc
@@juniormako6184 how
Dr, Su does an excellent job explaining giving a much better understanding of the different scenarios that people like me may face in the future. I've been an educator for 33 years....he explains in a way everyone can understand. Great Job!
I was diagnosed with DDD. I’ve been a steel worker since I was 17yrs old. Pretty sure moving tons of steel for nearly 30yrs has caused by back problems.
I met with a chiropractor, had no relief. I then went to a pain consultant doctor that did a series of injections. She did four rounds of injections (4 injection points each time) at my L5-S1 within 3 months. She referred me to a neurosurgeon. He had me get an MRI, immediately after seeing it said I need to stop working and get prepared for surgery.
I apparently had severe Retrolisthesis, I couldn’t feel my feet. Walking became a challenge.
It’s been 3 months since my ALIF, I was feeling good for the first 5weeks then the pain began to set in. I’ve started PT this week, it has had immediate results.
If you are thinking of any treatment to Degenerative disc disease, think of doc Oyalo herbal remedy as he has save me with me. I used his herbs and it work for me.
Till now my health is normal. His is on channel with his name Dr Oyalo
How you feeling now since taking PT
What are your PT exercises? Thank you
how many milimeter was your Retrolisthesis. also how much disk was left milimeter wise
Loves ur videos alway watch them, why is it when you see a surgeon for DDS no one never talk about checking for Pelvic positions disorder like ApT which in a lot of cases is the main source of the pain and contributes to DDS , even physical therapy missed too
This channel is light years better than any other channel on these subjects
I am so glad that I found your channel. You are very clear in explaining these issues to those of us that are experiencing some of these issues, but are not in the medical field and don't really understand. It is frustrating when you have pain and you have your doctor orders an MRI. When you go back to your doctor they don't explain the report clearly and slowly so that you understand what the MRI shows. Thank you so much for helping me understand my MRI report. Please continue educating all of us. You have a special gift of helping people to understand and make good choices in their care.
Dear Dr. Su, Your approach to patients who are watching is wonderful. Thanks so much, your the best.
I have been diagnosed with mild scoliosis located just above severe ddd in L5 s1, my family doctor says because my scoliosis is mild so he doesn't understand why there is pain in that area, only where the ddd is where the pain should be. Keep in mind the pain where the scoliosis is has only been around the last almost 2 years the ddd over 29 yrs but worse last year. Dr Su I am so grateful for your insight because my doctor will not send me to a specialist. The mri's 10 years apart show the severe deterioration differences use to be bulging now not much there at all between the L5 and S1 left. I am doing everything to alleviate the pain . One I am no sugar no grain way of eating. Doing core exercises, walking a lot, puppy pose and now he finally is sending me to physio.
In 1994 at 38 years old my foot dropped with no relief from a decompression which was spine surgery #2. The foot has remained dropped. in 2014 I took a bad fall and subsequently was fused. Now My "good" side has a lot of, numbness R/T stenosis and bulging discs etc. I am a good weigh don't smoke and despite the dropped foot ride my bike, a lot. I have an inversion table , do hand stands and try to stay hydrated and active. My whole adult life, it seems, has been devoted to issues with my spine . A major drag. Thank you for these wonderful videos
I'm so glad to share with you my experience on how I got rid of my Degenerative disc disease with dr.oyalo herb whom I met on channel. No more symptoms of back or neck pain. I'm completely free. Thanks Doc
@@juniormako6184 whatever scammer! There is no magic pills to fix degenerative disc!
If you are thinking of any treatment to Degenerative disc disease, think of doc Oyalo herbal remedy as he has save me with me. I used his herbs and it work for me.
Till now my health is normal. His is on channel with his name Dr Oyalo
My ex used flint rehab device and it helped with foot drop. Try to look into, usually used for those with stroke but many now covered by insurance along with physical therapy
Im in my 30s with ddd and this is highly informative
If you are thinking of any treatment to Degenerative disc disease, think of doc Oyalo herbal remedy as he has save me with me. I used his herbs and it work for me.
Till now my health is normal. His is on channel with his name Dr Oyalo
Same going for injections next week
My lumbar and cervical spine are a mess. I have severe stenosis and 3 bulging discs in my lumbar spine. My neck is straight with disc disease. I’ve had MRIs and was immediately suggested to have a laminectomy and fusion for the lumbar spine. I refused both. I’m on 25 mg of Pregabalin at bedtime, I use a cervical pillow, a passive neck stretcher and a SI belt. All help but my back is getting more painful. I didn’t used to have back pain, but sciatica and hip pain. I see our cervical neck chiropractor weekly and ice when needed. Degeneration is so much fun! Thanks for the info.
Any relief now am having sameness with burning sensations symptoms on both arm and feets and I have stopped taking pregabalin because it temporary pain relief and cannot leave my life on pain killers. Please share your symptoms
Yeah am just on similar path ...i really need help....am on pregabalin for almost two months now
Thaanks Doctor for you mentioned that stress can cause this disease.thanks
Really helpful thank you! Love your detailed description and openness about treatments. My spine doctor had zero to say about DDD. Basically the “there’s nothing you can do” and invalidated my pain by saying DDD doesn’t cause back pain. Beyond disappointing and traumatizing!
I was treated dismissively by two spine surgeons at UCLA. Then two spine surgeons at Cedars Sinai, plus one other outside who I saw for a second opinion, said I definitely need the surgery.
I have 6 years of unsuccessful non operative treatment , I’m praying to get a surgery one day. I feel like I tried everything from steroid injections to a neurotomy and nothing works except the oral Prednisone I take for a couple of days before getting an infiltration which my GP refuses to prescribe. I’d take that 15% difference
I'm so glad to share with you my experience on how I got rid of my Degenerative disc disease with dr.oyalo herb whom I met on channel. No more symptoms of back or neck pain. I'm completely free. Thanks Doc
If you are thinking of any treatment to Degenerative disc disease, think of doc Oyalo herbal remedy as he has save me with me. I used his herbs and it work for me.
Till now my health is normal. His is on channel with his name Dr Oyalo
I have DDD, 3 drs all said it is inoperable. I had lumbar and cervical injections and had severely bad reactions to both. The only thing that helps me is pain meds which, good luck, finding a Dr that will prescribe. really tired of living in constant pain. Btw for some ppl like myself, steroids have nasty side effects worse than any pain med.
I'll take it! What are you offering?
Pain is my constant companion. I have had enough of it.
Thank you Dr Su for making these videos. I’m an anesthesiologist and interventional pain fellow. I had reservations on provocative discograms especially tampering with a control disc which may be perfectly normal. Some institutions rely on them a lot. I felt that they were over utilized and possibly harmful. It’s great to know you stick to evidence based medicine. Keep up the great work. Cheers.
I would not use a provocative discogram they are painful and they have been shown to increase degeneration based on the Stanford studies. However there is terrific evidence for functional anesthetic discography. It is low volume does not pressurize the disc and correlates with surgical outcome
It doesn't sound funny at all, Doctor, that my back pain goes away every time when I take a long vacation. But my doctors don't take it seriously when I mention it. Thank you so much for your expertise!
Stress can cause it.
I have stenosis and degeneration l5 s1 causing severe sciatica. I've had 5 flarups over the last 4 years or so and gets worse and lasts longer each time it flares up. A month ago I got my first injection and unfortunately the pain became so much worse after the steroids. Therapy does ease the pain quite a bit but it's just temporary relief, every morning I wake up and pain is back to intense and I struggle getting ready for work, showering,dressing, tying my boots,ect. Very informative video
Omg we have the same issue and I was reading that injections with steroids make the problem worse and now I am terrified to start this treatment with pain management, I don’t want to take more pain killers bc of the pain caused by injections. What should I do???? I can’t even do my job anymore
Disk between L4 and L5 is bad. The shot they give me gives me like 95% of my range of motion back pain free. Lasts about 8 months.
I love your channel you make it easy to understand information and you can tell you care about people to give them the best outcome.
If you are thinking of any treatment to Degenerative disc disease, think of doc Oyalo herbal remedy as he has save me with me. I used his herbs and it work for me.
Till now my health is normal. His is on channel with his name Dr Oyalo
In my case, had DDD for over 10 years and more. Recently tried a few de-compression exercises and they seem to work really well, especially for the lower back, just letting your core hang loose supporting yourself between two chairs e.g. Upper back seems more tricky but pulling back and down seems to work work somewhat.
Great information. I found out a couple weeks ago from my chiropractor that I have degenerative disc disease In between the 6&7 vertebrae in my neck. Had my MRI this past Wednesday and it showed severe bone growth with a lot of calcification. He is sending my results to our neurosurgeon for a 2nd opinion to see if surgery is needed at this time or not. Until then, we will continue with adjustments, traction and massage therapy with the chiropractor and I will be going to another doctor for pain management using injections. It’s been quite a wild ride. Thank you for your video.
I just had an intervention done on my L4 L5 and L5 S1 that included ozone+blood plasma+collagen...its very early to say if it works
Those treatments do not have any scientific evidence but may work and if it does for you that's great. As a disclaimer this is not considered medical advice and you should always seek advice of your spine surgeon
How are you now? Would love to hear an update from you
@@andyl9900 Better, although I´ve always kept excercising as well so it´s hard to say what actually improved my condition and also, I went to chiropractor for the first time ever and it turned out my pelvys was twisted a tiny bit. This needs to be corrected first. You need to make sure your "base" or core is in line (both legs are the exact lenght) before you start any king of treatment. It is caused by muscle imbalance. Also, after let´s say 20-30 minutes of sitting, I get up and do some stretches and pelvys movements, or even traction if need to be. Also, long walks seem to be helping. You need to be moving as much as you can. Hope this helps.
@@boriskrizan7447 Glad to hear you found what worked for you. May I ask what was the problem with your lumbar area that required intervention? Yeah I think muscle imbalance overtime might have caused one of my disc to degenerate. And I'll probably try those treatments you mentioned above before going into surgery, as pain level is stable at a 5-6 for now.
If you are thinking of any treatment to Degenerative disc disease, think of doc Oyalo herbal remedy as he has save me with me. I used his herbs and it work for me.
Till now my health is normal. His is on channel with his name Dr Oyalo
Physical therapy really caused more pain (3 times), the more I stand-the worse it hurts-I’ve been treated for depression since I was 30-I’m now 72-I have had epidurals, facets-no help, not one bit.. Have 17 % scoliosis, and muscle spasms. People I know with use stem cell-not positive.
If you are thinking of any treatment to Degenerative disc disease, think of doc Oyalo herbal remedy as he has save me with me. I used his herbs and it work for me.
Till now my health is normal. His is on channel with his name Dr Oyalo
My hips keeps falling out of place. It’s very painful. I am only 41. I used to be fit and very active and now if I sit down my hips is out. Doing normal chores is a nightmare! I went to chiropractor, physical therapy and my back is still crooked.
I am trying one more thing and I will flip on every body because I can’t have surgery when I’m 70
Wonderful explanation and guidance
I have had disc herniation and high pain for the past year plus degenerative disc disease and a bunch of other stuff like scoliosis and stenosis. I tried anti-inflammatories and I got ended up with a gastric and esophageal ulcer and the pain was still there. I just tried cortisone injections in my spine and it didn't even touch the pain I have had trouble with cortisone injections in my knees and feet as well so this does not work on me. There is nothing left because the PA at the office said that there's nothing wrong with my spine and I should just go home. mri is full of problems but he thinks everything's peachy. So I can't even get up with the surgeon because PA blocked communication. Now I'm looking for another surgeon but half the surgeons don't even do some minimally invasive spine surgeries. Hi have to go from one spine doctor to another trying to figure out if they can do a surgery that can help me. Because not all of them do every type of surgery. So I stay home on pain medicines. I have no life and I'm in pain everyday. It's nice to talk about ideal situations regarding surgery and the choices seem to be easy. But in real life it's hard to get people to cooperate and be helpful. I really given up on doctors
Very well explained,thank u so much doc😘
If you are thinking of any treatment to Degenerative disc disease, think of doc Oyalo herbal remedy as he has save me with me. I used his herbs and it work for me.
Till now my health is normal. His is on channel with his name Dr Oyalo
I am currently trying to manage back pain as I wait for an MRI. I'm still very young, barely 30. Its a combination of so many issues with DDD showing up on an preliminary X-ray. Its a life long process and quite frankly exhausting.
@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy all this is to say thank you for making this information accessible and giving me the vocabulary in case I meet with a surgeon in my area.
Thank you for taking the time to make these very informative posts, greetings from Belgium
If you are thinking of any treatment to Degenerative disc disease, think of doc Oyalo herbal remedy as he has save me with me. I used his herbs and it work for me.
Till now my health is normal. His is on channel with his name Dr Oyalo
I also think that diet can effect how one's body heals. Yes, it's anecdotal, but before going on an oil free, whole food plant based diet, I had wounds that just would never heal completely. They would form a scab and the scab would last forever. Now that I changed my diet, I noticed that they heal significantly better and my skin looks healthier. If this is occurring on the outside, then certainly on the inside as well.
I injured my back at work 5 months ago. An MRI revealed severe degenerative disc disease from the top of my cervical, to my L-5, severe arthritis from top, to bottom, spinal stenosis, L-5 is slipped out of place, and 3 herinated discs. I spent 2 1/2 months in Chiropractic care, now in my 3rd month of physio, 5 days a week, anti inflammatory and pain meds to lessen the pain. My Orthopedic Surgeon said that I'd need to be fused from T-2, to L-5. No way! He said no surgeon on the planet would do that much surgery. So here I am 5 months of treatment and still in pain, legs from the knees, down are numb ( pins & needles/electrical pulsing ) my feet ache really bad, now my hands and forearms, left cheek and top lip are numb with the same sensation in my legs.
I pray you get better.🙏🙏
If you are thinking of any treatment to Degenerative disc disease, think of doc Oyalo herbal remedy as he has save me with me. I used his herbs and it work for me.
Till now my health is normal. His is on channel with his name Dr Oyalo
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What I find so interesting is my Mother had severe DDD and zero back pain I have mild DDD on 2 discs and have issues sitting /working out - she at 74 had more mobility than me!!! so many factors affect back pain ...
Excellent information
Dr. Su is the Best Doctor in Northern California!
If you are thinking of any treatment to Degenerative disc disease, think of doc Oyalo herbal remedy as he has save me with me. I used his herbs and it work for me.
Till now my health is normal. His is on channel with his name Dr Oyalo
Have you done any videos on adult scoliosis and suggestions for pain? In 5 years my lumbar scoliosis went from Cobb angle 52 to currently 68.
I was lucky in my 20s though. I was despondent from back and neck pain at a desk job. I transition into the ideal career: community college teaching. You stand and communicate, you pace in front of the whiteboard, you walk quickly to change classes, and have fun!
I retired at age 64 from too much pain. I am now 71. I had a good career, but I’m shrinking and twisting (from nearly 6 ft to 5’8”). Ideas? Thank you.
Yes I will do one on scoliosis that is on my radar
This was a very informative video I learned alot about my problem which I have had for quite awhile .
I started having bad back problems 3 years ago no at then I started having pain in my knee I can't hardly walk then I started having pain in my grown I'm a mess I'm taking pain meds the patch lidocaine 5 I'm on muscle also I take a muscle relaxer and ibuprofen isn't that enough thanks very much be save and please be aware and then your teacher
I had this HORRIBLE provocative disco gram before my neurotomy.. it’s pure torture. I guess I need a new doctor , I didn’t even know there was another option. The other option sounds like a visit to paradise in my humble opinion.
I'm so glad to share with you my experience on how I got rid of my Degenerative disc disease with dr.oyalo herb whom I met on channel. No more symptoms of back or neck pain. I'm completely free. Thanks Doc
If you are thinking of any treatment to Degenerative disc disease, think of doc Oyalo herbal remedy as he has save me with me. I used his herbs and it work for me.
Till now my health is normal. His is on channel with his name Dr Oyalo
What other option are you referring to? What is a nurotomy
Thank you for the info. I wish I could share my recent MRI report with you. I have so much going on in my lumbar spine right now. It is very painful!
You can call California orthopedics and spine for a virtual consult
I have the same an I live in Iowa an my quality of life is No Quality an all the himhawing around has me wanting to give up!!!! Please Help me Dr.
Very useful info. I'm in the beginning phase of physical therapy for Degenerative disc
thank you DR Rorpopor Herbal on TH-cam FOR Helping me to cure my Disc degeneration disease God bless you DR Rorpopor Herbal on TH-cam.......
If you are thinking of any treatment to Degenerative disc disease, think of doc Oyalo herbal remedy as he has save me with me. I used his herbs and it work for me.
Till now my health is normal. His is on channel with his name Dr Oyalo
Physical therapy never helped me!
80% of the comments I read from TH-cam to Facebook people who went to Physical Therapy do not help them at all with DDD problems at all!
After 8 months of physical therapy I have been sent to pain management for my DDD from L1 through S1, currently I have 5 bulging discs and L4-L5 is unsurprisingly in the worst condition. I am getting the epidural steroid tomorrow and I hope for some relief. My personal case of DDD developed when I was 19 and I am now 20 so I am just a little salty about it being so early onset. For the past several months I have been entirely incapable of running or complex movement with rather annoying constant pain. I'm just wondering if surgery is the right option if I am unable to experience relief after my series of injections.
It depends on what the imaging looks like. Unfortunately if you have multi-level to generation it is unlikely that you would be a surgical candidate. It's hard to know without evaluating the imaging. As a disclaimer please consult your surgeon
At your age I would try everything short of surgery. They are developing new technologies including disc replacement.
Good Saurday the 29th of July to you. Thank you for your great website. My 66 year old wife was recently diagnosed with DDD which tends to hurt her more when sleeping>. Is there a website OTHER than a bed manufacturer, which she can see if the “Sleep Number” bed Should be set to. We would appreciate any information you can share with us.
Would like to see more information/education about pinched nerve, siatica and treatment
Please see the videos on lumbar stenosis and lumbar disc herniation
If you are thinking of any treatment to Degenerative disc disease, think of doc Oyalo herbal remedy as he has save me with me. I used his herbs and it work for me.
Till now my health is normal. His is on channel with his name Dr Oyalo
What a great clip, very informative. Thx from U.K. Dr Brian👍
Prolotherapy helps disc degeneration, as Disc degeneration is a symptom of spinal instability. Fix the instability with Prolotherapy the Disc settles down 👍
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So interesting!
You have GREAT videos , thanks
I have a question. I visited a chiropractor for consult after a diagnosis of lower lumbar spondylosis from L3 through S1 with degenerative disc disease ( age 68) and was given info on the DRX-9000 spinal decompression unit . What are your thoughts about this device ?
There's minimal harm in using it with the problem being once you stand up gravity takes effect again.
If you are thinking of any treatment to Degenerative disc disease, think of doc Oyalo herbal remedy as he has save me with me. I used his herbs and it work for me.
Till now my health is normal. His is on channel with his name Dr Oyalo
I saw a consultant today who recommended steroids injected into the L4 and facets joints in the area because I have running sensations in both legs and feet for 3 months now. There hasn’t been any pre injection therapy recommended. I hope this works for me.
I have DDD on my L5 S1, seriously considering Stem Cell injection.
If you are thinking of any treatment to Degenerative disc disease, think of doc Oyalo herbal remedy as he has save me with me. I used his herbs and it work for me.
Till now my health is normal. His is on channel with his name Dr Oyalo
It's very dangerous and expensive.
Great report, Thank you Doctor. Do you know of any studies based on the correlation between Sciatica & RLS? Caused by physical trauma?
Great video, thank u so much Dr.Su!
Is it safe to have spine surgery while one has significant inflammation and Osteoarthritis in the facet joints of the spine? Will surgery fail as a result of such factors?
I'm looking at tough decisions with all of this and would appreciate ur input.
Thank you!!
Yes that is not a contraindication to surgery
And what is done to determine if it is ruptured? I was told for 15+ years that my disc was "just" herniated here are some pills.... The pain got worse, much much worse over time. It was the discogram that determined that it was actually ruptured and not just herniated. Surgery was done to fuse and the pain was nearly taken away completely. How would numbing determine if ruptured?
MRI
@@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy I had numerous MRI's and they never determined a rupture, only said it was herniated. It was not until the Discogram and a CT that they were able to see that it was ruptured.
I just had X-rays done a couple days ago and DDD was listed in the report. Also, L2-3 was listed as having vacuum disc phenomena and endplate sclerosis, plus I have a leftward curve in my lumbar spine. I’ve had pain, numbness, and tingling all down my left leg into my foot and sometimes on the right, and a persistent numb patch of skin on my left front thigh. PT has made zero improvement so far. I have a consult set with a spine surgeon in a few days and I’m paranoid that surgery will be a topic of discussion. 😱
Surgery should be the last option.
Only just discovered your channel. Really enjoy your videos. I’m 29 and have had DDD for over 10 years. I’ve literally just had an MRI scan today to see if it is getting worse or not. I’be been told that steroid injections would be the first option in regards to treatment. I’m pretty nervous about an injection right into my spine so was hoping you could give me some information as to how it works
Lumbar ddd is not typically treated with steroid injections. Steroid injections can be helpful for a pinched nerve. Depending on what the MRI shows you may be a good candidate for other interventions. Many of those are described in my video. As a disclaimer you should always seek the advice of your spine physician. You may also make an appointment with me through zoom at 415-927-5300
There shots speed it up and there not approved for this issue dont do it the system is full blown set up to fail nutirents heal drugs ruin ya !!
I've had the pain shot injections and the epidural pain shots. They only last about a week. After that I was in constant pain when walking longer than 30 minutes (Shopping). If I sweep with a broom it aches really bad.
@@latoyahodges4962 welcome to.my life nothing helps this shit qnd i got a nevro implant !
I'm so glad to share with you my experience on how I got rid of my Degenerative disc disease with dr.oyalo herb whom I met on channel. No more symptoms of back or neck pain. I'm completely free. Thanks Doc
Thank you for this video 🙏
I crushed my T 12 - 3 1/2 yrs. ago and my dr. or insurance co. Wouldnt let me get an MRI. That is New Mexico for you. No neurologist will see me because of this. I am in chronic pain since the start.
My husband was just diagnosed with this condition. Can it cause difficulty with walking? My husband cannot seem to walk normally and slides his leg instead of lifting it as you would do normally. He does tend to lay in bed instead of sitting up. We haven't started PT yet and I have scheduled him with a psychiatrist. Worried about this walking.
I would have to look at the images studies. Please call 415-925-8200 for a video visit
Thank you for sharing
I'm trying to deadlift again. What are my options?
"Just lose weight." My dude, I used to hike mountains. If I wasn't in constant pain at 48, as a disabled veteran, I'd be walking and hiking every weekend. DDD on T-8 to T-10 and L-3to S-1. I've had RFAs and on tons of meds. I feel like I've got serated knives twisting into my back and hips with walking, carrying anything heavier than a 1/2 gallon of milk, or walking accross the intersection.
Thanks for this video i hope my mum can walk back. She have a DDD, now shes lying and setting on bed then doing her daily routine treatment.
Stem cells transplants at the Mayo Clinic. Dr. Qu, read about him.
I'm so glad to share with you my experience on how I got rid of my Degenerative disc disease with dr.oyalo herb whom I met on channel. No more symptoms of back or neck pain. I'm completely free. Thanks Doc
If you are thinking of any treatment to Degenerative disc disease, think of doc Oyalo herbal remedy as he has save me with me. I used his herbs and it work for me.
Till now my health is normal. His is on channel with his name Dr Oyalo
Question for you Dr. Su. You mentioned in your video, "if it was your back you would try PRP". My question is, If it was your back, would you also use a combination of Mesenchymal stem cells injection with the PRP at the same procedure or would you just use PRP only?
Prp
Standing for long periods kills my back. I’m best if I can rotate positions.
Hi I wish having you in Boston to help patients your video was helpful
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What about Viadisc NP Allograft?
Then I must loose weight and keep it off. Makes sense as just losing 10kg makes a big difference, I know.
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In a future video, would you like to share your thoughts on innovative/alternative/controversial methods for disc degeneration disease? Things like prp, stem cells, artificial disc replacement and dynamic stabilization might be interesting to know their pros and cons. And what you think might be promising In the future either with incrementally better surgical techniques or breakthrough methods.
Yes
I got that shit is killing me they had me on prescription opioid it works but it mess up my stomach I'm a long chronic pain patient n I got diabetes nerve damage too so that medication calm my nerves pain n burn in my hand n feet is crazy living like this
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You are amazing, now I understand what I have been diagnosed with and why I had a lumberlapinectomy, however, it's been a year since my surgery and I have severe pain in my buttocks and left leg all the way down to my foot, the pain has me flat on my back and now I'm seeing a new doctor and he is recommended that I do a spinal injection to calm the nerves I hope it works....
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I’m in severe pain and so depressed
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completely understand...same boat
thanks a bunch sir
What if I have both, Degenerative Spondylolisthesis grade 1 L4-5 Severe Stenosis?
Then I would defer to watching the degen spondy video series
Great presentation. Any info on discseel?
Please how can I get the graph?
Dr su i just did my MRi scan last month and based on your explanation I feel good when I lay down because standing standing straight is very difficult for me and i bend on my left side, what's your advice to my condition
Hi. having DDD can the pain spread to your flank area in your back
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I have DDD, I just got diagnosed the other day, what should I do? Can chiropractic treatment help?
What if you have been told you have DDD, but there is no pain? I assume you just carry on without treatment.
Yes it's not a problem
Can you answer this ? foe me.i had surgery awhile back and they tried giving me an epidural and it didn't take well needless to say they didn't do a patch job on me and for like 12 hours plus I was losing my spinal fluids can that have done more harm to me ? They had to come in the next morning and put 20 CC of blood to stop it so could that have done more damage to my DDD problem thanks waiting patiently Teresa.
Can a tear in the rotator cuff influence negatively to a pinch nerve in neck? And can pinched nerves in neck make you dizzy?
No it cannot but they can often overlap in terms of pain distribution. You should see a shoulder doctor and a spine doctor separately
Yes I did
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I live in Southern Caifornia. Do you have any fellows around this area performing the blood treatment you mentioned?
I don't know of anyone in southern California that does PRP in the lumbar spine but I am certain there are many that do so. Often local spine surgeons will know of physicians who perform that procedure. has a disclaimer this is not considered a substitute for medical advice from your physician
Good news for am dealing with it
Can you do a video about why younger people have DDD I’m 34 and was told I have it at 29 with my first back surgery
It can happen for sure in young people.
Does large breasts put a lot of pressure on the disc as well??
It can certainly put pressure on the cervical and thoracic spine. Less so on the lumbar spine. As a disclaimer this should not be considered as medical advice.
@@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy thank you
If you are thinking of any treatment to Degenerative disc disease, think of doc Oyalo herbal remedy as he has save me with me. I used his herbs and it work for me.
Till now my health is normal. His is on channel with his name Dr Oyalo
Dr. Su, Have you used or done research on peptides, such as BPC157 for use with DDD? Either tablets or injectable? If so, what if any efficacy are you finding? Thanks!
I have not.
What about new treatment options utilizing stem cells, PRP or iv high dose vitamin c and turmeric by mouth daily along with implementing stretching and avoiding gluten which is horrible for those that are arthritic
Also can Synvisc be used for this as with degenerative knee pain?
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Excellent presentation.I wonder what dr thinks of intradiscal ozone for herniated disc?
There's no scientific data behind it
@@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy I think there’s quite a bit of literature out of Europe..For some reason,there seems to be no interest on this side of the Atlantic
I've got less back pain and more thigh pain, butt pain, and a heavy/numb feeling in my legs for 13 yrs since being diagnosed with DDD. What type of surgery would be performed to address the leg pain? Thank you, Dr. Stu.
I would have to take a look at the imaging please call California Ortho and spine for a virtual appointment.
@@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy Thank you. Are these appointments covered by insurance?
If i believe i have this disease, what type of doctor should i see? I'm also feeling discomfort going down my right leg and also other joints, not sure it's related. What type of doctor should I see?
A spine surgeon.
I have a question and i need an answer: it is possible to have sciatic spasm? Because i have a sciatica
Didn't talk about the stem cell procedure. Other than that awesome info!
There is currently no peer reviewed evidence showing the benefit of stem cells in the spine.
How can i met you Dr. Brian
You can always make a zoom appointment with me by contacting my office at 415-927-5300
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@@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy did it have any fee
Could you provide information about Radio Frequency Thermo Coagulation?
Please see the facet joint syndrome videos
Dr. Su,
Excellent informative and down to earth video. Thank you. I am suffering from sciatica in my upper leg. In part two of your video you mentioned taking 800 mg ibuprofen 4 times a day (200 mg every 4 hours). Each time I take 800 mg or total of 800 mg each day?
It should be 800 mg three times a day
If you are thinking of any treatment to Degenerative disc disease, think of doc Oyalo herbal remedy as he has save me with me. I used his herbs and it work for me.
Till now my health is normal. His is on channel with his name Dr Oyalo
Won't taking all that Advil (or Motrin - ibuprofen Fry Your Liver / Kidneys. It does work for me, but I take it on a sporadic basis. Alleve too. I have DDD in many areas of my spine, as well as Facet Joint arthritis, disc bulges with OA along many vertebrea, OA in my Hips (left is worse), SI joint inflammation and Dextroscoliosis of 25 degrees. Much of this, if not all of it has stemmed from sustaining a Fractured right femur in 1966, playing HS Football. I'm 70 now, retired with spinal disabilities. The right leg is 1 inch short from age 15, was left unaddressed by my parents and the Orthio doctor who put me in traction for 6 weeks and then a body cast for 3 months back then. There is NO SURGERY for this, 6 surgical opinons say so. Too much arthritis. As 1 Rheumatologist told me , testing me for RA and AS, the SI Joints is Ground ZERO for many of the back ailments - reach reach to the top of my Head. The Inflammation is Systemic. Chronic Pain with Chronic Stiffness wit all the signs of Inflammation: Tinnitus, Sinusitis, IBS /GERD, AO everywhere, Sacroilitis and Sites of Stenosis in the Lumbar, Thoracic and Cervical spines. I never drank water on any regular basis - major default on my part, smoked cigarettes for over 40 years; and didn't pay enough attentiion to my body and the advancing afflictions for 35 years (stated wih lower back pain and stiffness over 35 years ago). Currently, I'm on my 6th Chiropractor (2 retired), see a Pain Manaagement doctor for over 10 year (who says IHO , don't waste your money on Stem Cell Therapy - sems to be worthless for Spinal arthritis). One of the abolute worst parts of this is the affects to my Psyche - Neurological damages from the Spinal Cord being "pinched"in numerous areas. Peripheral Nerve damage causing Radiculapathy in my arms and legs, bouts of incontinence (baldder and Bowel), tingling, "weird" sensations and more. I'm no Doctor, however, I've done years of research , seeking Magic Pills or Therapies, seeking Answers. One facor that is very interesting, at least to me, is that the radiologist's report from my first ever MRI in 2012 of my neck - revealed that I had a More Narrow Than Normal Spinal Canal !!! To me as a layman, is revealing. A birth defect that combined with the encroaching OA and DDD has wreaked Havoc with my overall well being.
Is it controversial to use Enbrel on the disc
@@Chiroman527 yes it does plus it does take a toll on your stomach too can cause holes in stomach and intestines so be careful with all types of NSAIDs. Turmeric and black pepper together usually found in these expensive supplements can give some relief. Just don't over do anything boswellia serrata in supplements also works well but all natural supplements will not give you instant relief. It will give you relief in long run.