Degenerative Disc Disease Carrollton, TX
- See It On Your Own X-Rays
- Decompression & Pain Relief
- Bone-on-Bone Screening
Degenerative disc disease (DDD) is not an actual disease. Rather, it naturally occurs in an aging population. At Dallas Spine Center, Dr. Hoa Nguyen provides chiropractic care for DDD. But proper examination is necessary to determine if you have a true problem related to your disc.
Dr. Hoa Nguyen will examine the potential causes of your DDD before he can recommend treatment. But not all DDD can be treated by chiropractic care. Dr. Nguyen will let you know more about it during your initial consultation.
What Causes Degenerative Disc Disease?
Degenerative disc disease happens as you get older. As you age, the supply to discs decreases. This results in structural changes to the disc. Injuries can also cause DDD. This is especially true if your spine is stressed repeatedly each day. Occasional injuries can also damage the discs in your back. In that case, your environment and lifestyle can affect your discs. Moreover, low estrogen levels may affect the integrity of these discs in women. To know the real cause of your DDD, our chiropractor may request imaging of your spine.
Common Symptoms of Degenerative Disc Disease
The common symptoms of degenerative disc disease will depend on the affected area. In some cases, DDD won’t cause any symptoms.
- Damage to the spine can cause pain. The pain gets worse with age.
- Discomfort that can range from mild to severe.
- Osteoarthritis accompanied by pain and stiffness in the back.
- Pain and weakness in the back that can travel to another area
- Pain in the shoulder, arm, and hand
- Pain may be worse when you sit, bend, or lift
How We Treat Degenerative Disc Disease
Dr. Hoa Nguyen will only start treating your degenerative disc disease if he has a complete picture of your condition. This means that he must examine your medical history, get hold of any imaging tests you have, and evaluate you as a whole person. Here are the treatments that may be part of your care:
- Spinal decompression
- Shockwave therapy
- A hot pad
- Hako-Med therapy
- Infrared therapy
What to Expect During Your Visit
Your first visit to Dallas Spine Center always starts in the consultation room with Dr. Hoa Nguyen. He listens to your story carefully to know what exactly your pain level is and your symptoms. Dr. Nguyen will also examine you physically by observing how you move, checking your posture, and your gait. Then, he’ll assess your range of motion. Imaging may also be necessary, but not everyone with DDD may need it. Generally, your first visit will last for an hour or so. Your care plan may only be discussed after Dr. Nguyen has thoroughly examined your condition.
Why Patients Choose Dr. Hoa Nguyen
There are many chiropractors in Carrollton, TX, but many patients here choose to see Dr. Hoa Nguyen because of his 20 years of experience and how he handles his patients’ treatments. Unlike other chiropractors in the area, Dr. Nguyen supervises the treatment of every patient, not his staff. He also chooses the treatment because of its proven effectiveness.
Let’s Find the Right Care for You
Still have questions about your symptoms or treatment options? Dr. Hoa Nguyen will listen to your concerns, assess your pain level and explain your options. Schedule your first visit at Dallas Spine Center to take the next step.