The loss of the structural and functional integrity of the discs in the spine. They lose their flexibility and ability to cushion the spine.
Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) can affect any part of the spine, although common sites are the lumbar (lower back) and cervical (neck) spine; thoracic DDD is very uncommon. X-ray findings of DDD are a narrower disc space and some osteophyte (bone spur) formation. Loss of water content (hydration) in the invertebral disc is an early finding, which is followed by narrowing of the disc space. People in the 20's and 30's may already have changes to their discs but no clinical symptoms. As the aging processes continues, the prevalence of DDD increases. As DDD progresses, there is ligamentous buckling and osteophyte development which can cause narrowing of the space for the spinal cord and nerve roots.
Laser Therapy promotes angiogenesis (the formation of small blood vessels) which allows the body to deliver more moisture into the area. The discs become rehydrated and retract from impinging upon the spine as well as slow or reverse the narrowing of the disc space. The therapy can also soften some bone spurs.
Laser Therapy promotes angiogenesis (the formation of small blood vessels) which allows the body to deliver more moisture into the area. The discs become rehydrated and retract from impinging upon the spine as well as slow or reverse the narrowing of the disc space. The therapy can also soften some bone spurs.
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