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Pandemic Update as of Feb. 22, 2021:

We are continuing to keep our office as safe as possible to serve you. Please do not make or keep an appointment if you have any symptoms of Covid-19 or have been in contact recently with someone else who has those symptoms. WE REQUIRE THAT EVERYONE wears a mask. We are scheduling less patients/more time to allow for proper social distancing. All surfaces are sanitized after contact. Our current office hours are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8 am to noon and 2 pm to 6. Dr. Vegodsky, our massage therapist Elizabeth Triglione and our staff have all been fully vaccinated.

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233 Hydraulic Ridge Rd

Suite 103

Charlottesville, Virginia 22901 USA

434-973-1001

SteveVeGodsky@gmail.com

Serving the Charlottesville and the Albemarle Communities Since 1987.

Phone No. 434-973-1001 info@drstevedc.com

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Degenerative Disc Disease

Degenerative Disc Disease

What is Degenerative Disc Disease?

Degenerative disc disease is not as much a disease as it is a name for the changes that can happen to the spine as we age.

Our discs are made of a tough, rubbery exterior and a soft interior. They sit between the vertebrae to act as shock absorbers. As we age, the spinal discs begin to degenerate. This can cause herniated discs, bulging discs, spinal stenosis, and osteoarthritis.

Degenerative Disc Symptoms

The degeneration of spinal discs may cause no symptoms at all, and symptoms depend on each patient and the severity of their case.

Pain may occur at the site of the affected disc in the back or neck. As the pain is often caused by compressed nerves, this pain can also travel to other areas of the body like the buttocks, arms, and legs. Numbness and tingling in the arms and legs may also be experienced. Pain can range from mild to severe and debilitating.

Degenerative Disc Causes

As mentioned previously, our spines can degenerate as a natural part of aging. Tears in the tougher outer layer of the disc are common as we grow older. and when the discs begin to lose fluid, they become smaller and less flexible.

In addition to aging, other factors that may come into play, including obesity, smoking, repeated physical work, and injury.

Degenerative Disc Treatment

Pain caused by degeneration is often treated with hot or cold packs and an anti inflammatory medication. When disc degeneration causes problems like herniated or bulging discs, spinal stenosis, or osteoarthritis, other forms of treatment may be beneficial. This may include physical therapy, stretching, and in some cases, surgery. While degenerative disc disease is a natural part of aging, there are things you can do to prevent pain and stay healthy. If you are
experiencing frequent back or neck pain, be sure to visit our office for an examination so we can create a treatment plan for you.

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