Degenerative disc disease is a condition in which age-related wear and tear of one or more spinal discs causes pain, such as in the low back, buttocks and thigh. Injuries can also contribute to disc ...

A bulging disc in your lower back is most often caused by naturally occurring changes as you age. Most bulging discs don’t cause symptoms, but they may progress to become herniated discs. Lower back ...

Dr. Evan Larson, orthopedic spine surgeon with Steindler Orthopedic Clinic, and physician’s assistant Ashley Reed in the operating room at Iowa City Ambulatory Surgical Center. (Steindler Orthopedic ...

Degenerative disc disease is a condition in which the intervertebral discs of the spine become weak and start to deteriorate. There can be a multitude of causes for this condition. Fortunately, there ...

The treatment is far less invasive than other surgeries, and has been given FDA approval. Spinal discs play an important role in cushioning the vertebrae, but as with many parts of the body they begin ...

As everyone ages, it’s rare for adults to not have neck or back pain. Fifty percent of Americans and 90% of people at least 50 years old have some level of degenerative disc disease. Whether you’re a ...

A clinical trial on the VIA Disc NP treatment for discogenic back pain has shown impressive results, significantly reducing pain and improving back function. The non-surgical, minimally invasive ...

Endoscopic spine surgery is a revolutionary, minimally invasive procedure for spine care. This procedure uses small tools and an endoscope with an angled camera lens to magnify and illuminate your ...

A person who has a herniated disc may experience pain that affects their daily activities. While it is not always necessary, some people may require herniated disc surgery to alleviate pain and other ...

Back pain is one of the most common health problems worldwide, affecting people of all ages and lifestyles. In many cases, it results from simple issues like muscle strain, poor posture, or overuse, ...