Who is the most likely to need degenerative disc disease physical therapy?

Degenerative disc disease (DDD) is not actually a disease at all, but rather a condition that occurs over time caused by the wear and tear on our spine. It can be painful, cause instability and lead to back stiffness. Sometimes it is associated with osteoarthritis (OA), which affects over 30 million Americans. 

Are you wondering if degenerative disc disease physical therapy can help you? Learn who can benefit from physical therapy and some risk factors for degenerative disc disease.

Who might need degenerative disc disease physical therapy? 

Degenerative disc disease is a normal process that occurs from an injury or from aging. This means that it’s more likely to affect older populations. Almost every adult over 60 will experience disc degeneration. However, it’s important to note that it can affect adults of all ages. The symptoms for disc degeneration can range from mild to severe. 

Some other risk factors for DDD include:

• Traumatic injuries like car accidents.
• Obesity. 
• A sedentary lifestyle (not staying very active).
• High-impact activities that put extra strain on the spine, like exercise, heavy lifting or labor-intensive jobs.
• Family history of DDD or other back problems.
• Weak core muscles that do not support the back and spine.

DDD can worsen over time, and it cannot be cured since it’s a natural byproduct of aging. However, the symptoms can be greatly reduced. Physical therapy can be a safe and effective way to treat DDD. It can also help slow down the progression of the disease.

Armor Physical Therapy is prepared to help alleviate your DDD symptoms

If you are suffering from DDD, then physical therapy is your next step toward relief. There are specialized physical therapy techniques for degenerative disc disease that can help slow down the disease. Our expert team at Armor Physical Therapy can help you reduce the pain you feel from DDD. We are prepared to build you a personalized treatment plan to help alleviate your DDD symptoms to make living with the disease easier and healthier.

Contact our team today for more information about how we can treat your DDD or to schedule an initial appointment.