Lumbar Degenerative Disc Disease: Part 2: Non surgical treatments

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@bobcondra8589 7 ай бұрын

I am a retired anesthesiologist and have had four lumbar fusions over twelve years for DDD and spinal stenosis/ fascet disease. Your videos deserve an academy award for factual down to earth understandable explanations for various spine conditions. Please keep up the great work you do.

@annur3432 3 ай бұрын

How are your fusions doing now Sir ??

@dlg5485 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for highlighting the difference between peer reviewed research and industry funded papers. I have severe DDD and I read a lot of studies on the topic. It is often very difficult to even know who is behind the study or what their incentives are. This is SO important to understand.

@phyllisthomas1326 Жыл бұрын

Dignos with d d d it's very painful to painful

@timothymunn3387 2 жыл бұрын

Dr, Su does an excellent job explaining giving a much better understanding of the different scenarios that people like me may face in the future. I've been an educator for 33 years....he explains in a way everyone can understand. Great Job!

@clublulu399 5 ай бұрын

Doc Su, you are truly the most honest doc on the internet I found. It’s refreshing and much appreciated.

@miketilton6393 Жыл бұрын

This channel is light years better than any other channel on these subjects

@hablefikirwolle1733 Жыл бұрын

Thaanks Doctor for you mentioned that stress can cause this disease.thanks

@kindraeversdyk1728 2 жыл бұрын

I’m 44 with DDD and more. Nothing has helped me and I’m terrified to have surgery. Walking and sitting is an issue. I can’t work out. I had to leave my job recently. I am so happy I found your page today.

@peterichard3925 2 жыл бұрын

Visit Doctor Ani John on his KZbin channel his herbal medication is the best and permanent solution to all kinds of virus disease and STDs contact him now for help he cured mine completely within 12days.

@santimadrid8196 2 жыл бұрын

Don’t give up my friend there’s a permanent solution to your problem visit Doctor Ani John on his KZbin channel he cured mine completely with his natural herbal remedies

@silviaferreira6188 2 жыл бұрын

I am also 44 just found out I have ddd working on my stretches and meditation, it has worked. Hope you feel better

@Texasgirlinacrazyworld 2 жыл бұрын

Omg, me too, I just turned 45, felt in great shape until a year or 2 ago, now my neck is already in Stage 3 and just found out I have degeneration in my L5, S1 too…. I don’t know what exercises to do or not do now 😢

@Texasgirlinacrazyworld 2 жыл бұрын

@@silviaferreira6188What stretches or exercises do you do?….

@bobheide 2 жыл бұрын

Dear Dr. Su, Your approach to patients who are watching is wonderful. Thanks so much, your the best.

@bigal5323 9 күн бұрын

Proper core strengthening has kept me from dangerous fusion for 20 years now. But psychiatrist can't make pain go away!!!

@BrockOBauma 3 жыл бұрын

When I started having problems, surgeons told me to hang on because advances in artificial disc replacement were going to make them the next big thing . It's 20 years later and nobody seems to even mention that option now.

@veecamp7088 3 жыл бұрын

A neurosurgeon where I live went nuts doing that surgery. He was sued by over 40 patients the last I knew. I thought it would be my healing too after decades of this. I am thankful I could not go do it. This physiotherherapy or with the blood platelets is the best thing I've heard.

@KHANGENISYS 3 жыл бұрын

@@veecamp7088 does ddd heal? I am only 25 and planing to die because of this

@veecamp7088 3 жыл бұрын

@@KHANGENISYS look for a doctor to give you pain meds for relief, special chairs, even exercises easy to do at home. Don't give up.

@juniormako6184 3 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad to share with you my experience on how I got rid of my Degenerative disc disease with dr.oyalo herb whom I met on channel. No more symptoms of back or neck pain. I'm completely free. Thanks Doc

@juicegeneral5082 3 жыл бұрын

@@juniormako6184 how

@dorothyharberts9099 7 ай бұрын

I am so glad that I found your channel. You are very clear in explaining these issues to those of us that are experiencing some of these issues, but are not in the medical field and don't really understand. It is frustrating when you have pain and you have your doctor orders an MRI. When you go back to your doctor they don't explain the report clearly and slowly so that you understand what the MRI shows. Thank you so much for helping me understand my MRI report. Please continue educating all of us. You have a special gift of helping people to understand and make good choices in their care.

@katyfoster6780 Жыл бұрын

Wonderful explanation and guidance

@tomstirdivant37 3 жыл бұрын

I was diagnosed with DDD. I’ve been a steel worker since I was 17yrs old. Pretty sure moving tons of steel for nearly 30yrs has caused by back problems. I met with a chiropractor, had no relief. I then went to a pain consultant doctor that did a series of injections. She did four rounds of injections (4 injection points each time) at my L5-S1 within 3 months. She referred me to a neurosurgeon. He had me get an MRI, immediately after seeing it said I need to stop working and get prepared for surgery. I apparently had severe Retrolisthesis, I couldn’t feel my feet. Walking became a challenge. It’s been 3 months since my ALIF, I was feeling good for the first 5weeks then the pain began to set in. I’ve started PT this week, it has had immediate results.

@bolinhong2598 2 жыл бұрын

If you are thinking of any treatment to Degenerative disc disease, think of doc Oyalo herbal remedy as he has save me with me. I used his herbs and it work for me. Till now my health is normal. His is on channel with his name Dr Oyalo

@erirst1255 2 жыл бұрын

How you feeling now since taking PT

@terriliggett5377 Жыл бұрын

What are your PT exercises? Thank you

@AB-yc1np Жыл бұрын

how many milimeter was your Retrolisthesis. also how much disk was left milimeter wise

@ourlittlefamilyanimals4744 3 жыл бұрын

I love your channel you make it easy to understand information and you can tell you care about people to give them the best outcome.

@bolinhong2598 2 жыл бұрын

@Nigfis Жыл бұрын

I'll take it! What are you offering? Pain is my constant companion. I have had enough of it.

@ythings 2 жыл бұрын

Im in my 30s with ddd and this is highly informative

@bolinhong2598 2 жыл бұрын

@bradboisvert4892 Жыл бұрын

Same going for injections next week

@evelyns3201 Жыл бұрын

Really helpful thank you! Love your detailed description and openness about treatments. My spine doctor had zero to say about DDD. Basically the “there’s nothing you can do” and invalidated my pain by saying DDD doesn’t cause back pain. Beyond disappointing and traumatizing!

@genxx2724 Жыл бұрын

I was treated dismissively by two spine surgeons at UCLA. Then two spine surgeons at Cedars Sinai, plus one other outside who I saw for a second opinion, said I definitely need the surgery.

@elgiro15 2 жыл бұрын

Loves ur videos alway watch them, why is it when you see a surgeon for DDS no one never talk about checking for Pelvic positions disorder like ApT which in a lot of cases is the main source of the pain and contributes to DDS , even physical therapy missed too

@Neely2457 7 ай бұрын

Thank you Dr Su for making these videos. I’m an anesthesiologist and interventional pain fellow. I had reservations on provocative discograms especially tampering with a control disc which may be perfectly normal. Some institutions rely on them a lot. I felt that they were over utilized and possibly harmful. It’s great to know you stick to evidence based medicine. Keep up the great work. Cheers.

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy 7 ай бұрын

I would not use a provocative discogram they are painful and they have been shown to increase degeneration based on the Stanford studies. However there is terrific evidence for functional anesthetic discography. It is low volume does not pressurize the disc and correlates with surgical outcome

@whiteheat1578 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for taking the time to make these very informative posts, greetings from Belgium

@bolinhong2598 2 жыл бұрын

@thelenny38 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent information

@mkarakum 3 жыл бұрын

Dr. Su is the Best Doctor in Northern California!

@bolinhong2598 2 жыл бұрын

@mikehawk9992 2 ай бұрын

This video is legit thanks doc

@osangbautista565 3 жыл бұрын

Very well explained,thank u so much doc😘

@bolinhong2598 2 жыл бұрын

@jameskao1001 Жыл бұрын

It doesn't sound funny at all, Doctor, that my back pain goes away every time when I take a long vacation. But my doctors don't take it seriously when I mention it. Thank you so much for your expertise!

@hablefikirwolle1733 Жыл бұрын

Stress can cause it.

@junbug1029 2 жыл бұрын

My lumbar and cervical spine are a mess. I have severe stenosis and 3 bulging discs in my lumbar spine. My neck is straight with disc disease. I’ve had MRIs and was immediately suggested to have a laminectomy and fusion for the lumbar spine. I refused both. I’m on 25 mg of Pregabalin at bedtime, I use a cervical pillow, a passive neck stretcher and a SI belt. All help but my back is getting more painful. I didn’t used to have back pain, but sciatica and hip pain. I see our cervical neck chiropractor weekly and ice when needed. Degeneration is so much fun! Thanks for the info.

@serkigiwa7706 2 жыл бұрын

Any relief now am having sameness with burning sensations symptoms on both arm and feets and I have stopped taking pregabalin because it temporary pain relief and cannot leave my life on pain killers. Please share your symptoms

@Kausar720 10 ай бұрын

Yeah am just on similar path ...i really need help....am on pregabalin for almost two months now

@janicemorris6085 3 жыл бұрын

In 1994 at 38 years old my foot dropped with no relief from a decompression which was spine surgery #2. The foot has remained dropped. in 2014 I took a bad fall and subsequently was fused. Now My "good" side has a lot of, numbness R/T stenosis and bulging discs etc. I am a good weigh don't smoke and despite the dropped foot ride my bike, a lot. I have an inversion table , do hand stands and try to stay hydrated and active. My whole adult life, it seems, has been devoted to issues with my spine . A major drag. Thank you for these wonderful videos

@juniormako6184 3 жыл бұрын

@JT-un7dc 3 жыл бұрын

@@juniormako6184 whatever scammer! There is no magic pills to fix degenerative disc!

@bolinhong2598 2 жыл бұрын

@sjgeneralcontractors2137 2 жыл бұрын

My ex used flint rehab device and it helped with foot drop. Try to look into, usually used for those with stroke but many now covered by insurance along with physical therapy

@juliacesar2129 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing

@waltonesq 4 жыл бұрын

So interesting!

@dabvelaz8683 Жыл бұрын

Great presentation. Any info on discseel?

@anulaluna Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video 🙏

@pete9372 2 жыл бұрын

What a great clip, very informative. Thx from U.K. Dr Brian👍

@Worship_ALLAH_Alone 2 жыл бұрын

thanks a bunch sir

@HVACRTECH-83 Жыл бұрын

I have stenosis and degeneration l5 s1 causing severe sciatica. I've had 5 flarups over the last 4 years or so and gets worse and lasts longer each time it flares up. A month ago I got my first injection and unfortunately the pain became so much worse after the steroids. Therapy does ease the pain quite a bit but it's just temporary relief, every morning I wake up and pain is back to intense and I struggle getting ready for work, showering,dressing, tying my boots,ect. Very informative video

@lucianadinato5567 Жыл бұрын

Omg we have the same issue and I was reading that injections with steroids make the problem worse and now I am terrified to start this treatment with pain management, I don’t want to take more pain killers bc of the pain caused by injections. What should I do???? I can’t even do my job anymore

@JillyBean1968 6 ай бұрын

Great information. I found out a couple weeks ago from my chiropractor that I have degenerative disc disease In between the 6&7 vertebrae in my neck. Had my MRI this past Wednesday and it showed severe bone growth with a lot of calcification. He is sending my results to our neurosurgeon for a 2nd opinion to see if surgery is needed at this time or not. Until then, we will continue with adjustments, traction and massage therapy with the chiropractor and I will be going to another doctor for pain management using injections. It’s been quite a wild ride. Thank you for your video.

@katherinerodgers7052 10 ай бұрын

I have been diagnosed with mild scoliosis located just above severe ddd in L5 s1, my family doctor says because my scoliosis is mild so he doesn't understand why there is pain in that area, only where the ddd is where the pain should be. Keep in mind the pain where the scoliosis is has only been around the last almost 2 years the ddd over 29 yrs but worse last year. Dr Su I am so grateful for your insight because my doctor will not send me to a specialist. The mri's 10 years apart show the severe deterioration differences use to be bulging now not much there at all between the L5 and S1 left. I am doing everything to alleviate the pain . One I am no sugar no grain way of eating. Doing core exercises, walking a lot, puppy pose and now he finally is sending me to physio.

@1947froggy Жыл бұрын

What about Viadisc NP Allograft?

@ХалиматЯмадаева28 3 жыл бұрын

I have 6 years of unsuccessful non operative treatment , I’m praying to get a surgery one day. I feel like I tried everything from steroid injections to a neurotomy and nothing works except the oral Prednisone I take for a couple of days before getting an infiltration which my GP refuses to prescribe. I’d take that 15% difference

@juniormako6184 3 жыл бұрын

@bolinhong2598 2 жыл бұрын

@stj971 2 жыл бұрын

I have DDD, 3 drs all said it is inoperable. I had lumbar and cervical injections and had severely bad reactions to both. The only thing that helps me is pain meds which, good luck, finding a Dr that will prescribe. really tired of living in constant pain. Btw for some ppl like myself, steroids have nasty side effects worse than any pain med.

@whatnextkai1294 Жыл бұрын

In my case, had DDD for over 10 years and more. Recently tried a few de-compression exercises and they seem to work really well, especially for the lower back, just letting your core hang loose supporting yourself between two chairs e.g. Upper back seems more tricky but pulling back and down seems to work work somewhat.

@nur-udilara2105 2 жыл бұрын

Yes I did Thank you!

@peterichard3925 2 жыл бұрын

@santimadrid8196 2 жыл бұрын

Don’t give up my friend there’s a permanent solution to your problem visit Doctor Ani John on his KZbin channel he cured mine completely with his natural herbal remedies

@denisefrancois-annevil7101 2 жыл бұрын

Hi I wish having you in Boston to help patients your video was helpful

@peterichard3925 2 жыл бұрын

@santimadrid8196 2 жыл бұрын

Don’t give up my friend there’s a permanent solution to your problem visit Doctor Ani John on his KZbin channel he cured mine completely with his natural herbal remedies

@josephflores9705 Ай бұрын

How do you filter out B.S in a study? Patients can lie so is there some control procedure to consider that? The only thing that has helped me is routine light exercise. I had to be damn near desperate to give it a real chance though because of the pain i was already enduring. Surgery made it worse and drugs made me more sensitive. I had to be tough on myself. Thanks for an honest discourse of this issue, it was better than a 10 minute appointment.

@thechugdude Жыл бұрын

I'm trying to deadlift again. What are my options?

@gmabrenda5295 3 жыл бұрын

Would like to see more information/education about pinched nerve, siatica and treatment

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Please see the videos on lumbar stenosis and lumbar disc herniation

@bolinhong2598 2 жыл бұрын

@Douggiie 3 жыл бұрын

Very useful info. I'm in the beginning phase of physical therapy for Degenerative disc

@michealcheng2949 3 жыл бұрын

thank you DR Rorpopor Herbal on KZbin FOR Helping me to cure my Disc degeneration disease God bless you DR Rorpopor Herbal on KZbin.......

@bolinhong2598 2 жыл бұрын

@brendabarge9883 2 жыл бұрын

Physical therapy never helped me!

@michellehall5792 Жыл бұрын

You're so smart I really wish you could help me

@michellehall5792 Жыл бұрын

Your videos really help me but I really need you

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy Жыл бұрын

You can make a virtual appointment by calling California orthopedics and spine with me by zoom

@michellehall5792 Жыл бұрын

Can you show me how to how I can talk to you please

@mtioran 2 жыл бұрын

I have had disc herniation and high pain for the past year plus degenerative disc disease and a bunch of other stuff like scoliosis and stenosis. I tried anti-inflammatories and I got ended up with a gastric and esophageal ulcer and the pain was still there. I just tried cortisone injections in my spine and it didn't even touch the pain I have had trouble with cortisone injections in my knees and feet as well so this does not work on me. There is nothing left because the PA at the office said that there's nothing wrong with my spine and I should just go home. mri is full of problems but he thinks everything's peachy. So I can't even get up with the surgeon because PA blocked communication. Now I'm looking for another surgeon but half the surgeons don't even do some minimally invasive spine surgeries. Hi have to go from one spine doctor to another trying to figure out if they can do a surgery that can help me. Because not all of them do every type of surgery. So I stay home on pain medicines. I have no life and I'm in pain everyday. It's nice to talk about ideal situations regarding surgery and the choices seem to be easy. But in real life it's hard to get people to cooperate and be helpful. I really given up on doctors

@melanielaprairie9896 Жыл бұрын

Good news for am dealing with it

@zohntpz6620 4 жыл бұрын

How can i met you Dr. Brian

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy 4 жыл бұрын

You can always make a zoom appointment with me by contacting my office at 415-927-5300

@bolinhong2598 2 жыл бұрын

There are better ways to cure Degenerative disc disease 🦠 permanently using root and herbs and I got rid of mine with herbal supplements I got from Dr Oyalo on channel and it work for me perfectly. Cure for DDD is real and doc Oyalo is doing well with it.

@millionhailezgy7300 2 жыл бұрын

@@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy did it have any fee

@armandaliotta7065 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent presentation.I wonder what dr thinks of intradiscal ozone for herniated disc?

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy 2 жыл бұрын

There's no scientific data behind it

@armandaliotta7065 2 жыл бұрын

@@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy I think there’s quite a bit of literature out of Europe..For some reason,there seems to be no interest on this side of the Atlantic

@gsmith4991 2 жыл бұрын

You have GREAT videos , thanks I have a question. I visited a chiropractor for consult after a diagnosis of lower lumbar spondylosis from L3 through S1 with degenerative disc disease ( age 68) and was given info on the DRX-9000 spinal decompression unit . What are your thoughts about this device ?

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy 2 жыл бұрын

There's minimal harm in using it with the problem being once you stand up gravity takes effect again.

@bolinhong2598 2 жыл бұрын

@Rawdil 3 жыл бұрын

I have DDD on my L5 S1, seriously considering Stem Cell injection.

@bolinhong2598 2 жыл бұрын

@Beltoftruth. Жыл бұрын

It's very dangerous and expensive.

@zohntpz6620 4 жыл бұрын

Dr. Brian,,,,, please help me out of this case

@bolinhong2598 2 жыл бұрын

@terryedens9844 Ай бұрын

What if your pain management doctor says DO NOT go to a chiropractor?

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy Ай бұрын

I would defer to your doctor.

@Jennifer-gr5zl 2 жыл бұрын

Does chiropracty help?

@ruztytv7617 Жыл бұрын

I have DDD, I just got diagnosed the other day, what should I do? Can chiropractic treatment help?

@annur3432 3 ай бұрын

What about now in October 2024 Doctor?? What do you think about Via Disc Allograft intradiscal injections?

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy 3 ай бұрын

That is still undergoing trials in Europe and under investigation. It remains to be seen if it works

@annur3432 3 ай бұрын

@@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy I’m slated to receive it next month, I’m hearing peer groups studies are showing 50-80% no pain after 12 months.

@sweetjayrom 4 ай бұрын

Please how can I get the graph?

@jennifertrue3438 Жыл бұрын

Could you provide information about Radio Frequency Thermo Coagulation?

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy Жыл бұрын

Please see the facet joint syndrome videos

@suzannehomer4679 Жыл бұрын

Is there a gel like substance that can be injected into desiccated discs?

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy Жыл бұрын

There is some research surrounding that such as viadisc now

@turbyturbo1 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Dr. Brian Su, do you have any recommendation in southern california? thanks

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy 3 жыл бұрын

The doctors at cedars Sinai are excellent.

@bolinhong2598 2 жыл бұрын

@minusud Жыл бұрын

Does the prp therapy help the de generate disc disease? Plz help🙏🏼

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy Жыл бұрын

Depending on how severely degenerative it is yes it can help

@minusud Жыл бұрын

@@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy thank you so much for caring and replying. God bless.

@chafouaube985 Жыл бұрын

I have a question and i need an answer: it is possible to have sciatic spasm? Because i have a sciatica

@tagqasim4668 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, thank u so much Dr.Su! Is it safe to have spine surgery while one has significant inflammation and Osteoarthritis in the facet joints of the spine? Will surgery fail as a result of such factors? I'm looking at tough decisions with all of this and would appreciate ur input. Thank you!!

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy 2 жыл бұрын

Yes that is not a contraindication to surgery

@sausyhance6792 Жыл бұрын

Can you answer this ? foe me.i had surgery awhile back and they tried giving me an epidural and it didn't take well needless to say they didn't do a patch job on me and for like 12 hours plus I was losing my spinal fluids can that have done more harm to me ? They had to come in the next morning and put 20 CC of blood to stop it so could that have done more damage to my DDD problem thanks waiting patiently Teresa.

@keenanmurray7652 10 ай бұрын

What’s your opinion on cortisone for DDD?

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy 10 ай бұрын

That is not typically a useful evidence-based solution

@phil291 11 ай бұрын

Hello Dr Su. Have you had any expereince with the TOPS system which is being marketed to avoid fusion. What are your thoughts regarding this device?

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy 11 ай бұрын

I think there are potentially quite a few problems with it and we don't have enough data long-term. I should do a video on it.

@phil291 11 ай бұрын

I would appreciate that as I am a subscriber.

@nolaburgess6559 2 жыл бұрын

Dear Doctor I had a bad car accident. I have been diagnosed having multiple Tarlov Cysts. Can you tell me anything about these Cysts? Thank you Nola Burgess ⭐️⭐️⭐️

@deborahhorch828 2 жыл бұрын

I started having bad back problems 3 years ago no at then I started having pain in my knee I can't hardly walk then I started having pain in my grown I'm a mess I'm taking pain meds the patch lidocaine 5 I'm on muscle also I take a muscle relaxer and ibuprofen isn't that enough thanks very much be save and please be aware and then your teacher

@BY-xt1vb Жыл бұрын

Doctor I really love your video. In a future video, would you like to share your thoughts on innovative/alternative/controversial methods for disc degeneration disease? Things like prp, stem cells, artificial disc replacement and dynamic stabilization might be interesting to know their pros and cons. And what you think might be promising In the future either with incrementally better surgical techniques or breakthrough methods.

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy Жыл бұрын

Yes

@userunfriendly9304 2 жыл бұрын

After 8 months of physical therapy I have been sent to pain management for my DDD from L1 through S1, currently I have 5 bulging discs and L4-L5 is unsurprisingly in the worst condition. I am getting the epidural steroid tomorrow and I hope for some relief. My personal case of DDD developed when I was 19 and I am now 20 so I am just a little salty about it being so early onset. For the past several months I have been entirely incapable of running or complex movement with rather annoying constant pain. I'm just wondering if surgery is the right option if I am unable to experience relief after my series of injections.

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy 2 жыл бұрын

It depends on what the imaging looks like. Unfortunately if you have multi-level to generation it is unlikely that you would be a surgical candidate. It's hard to know without evaluating the imaging. As a disclaimer please consult your surgeon

@davidsmith4559 2 жыл бұрын

At your age I would try everything short of surgery. They are developing new technologies including disc replacement.

@MarkFriedman-d7q Жыл бұрын

Good Saurday the 29th of July to you. Thank you for your great website. My 66 year old wife was recently diagnosed with DDD which tends to hurt her more when sleeping>. Is there a website OTHER than a bed manufacturer, which she can see if the “Sleep Number” bed Should be set to. We would appreciate any information you can share with us.

@LadieBjj 2 жыл бұрын

My hips keeps falling out of place. It’s very painful. I am only 41. I used to be fit and very active and now if I sit down my hips is out. Doing normal chores is a nightmare! I went to chiropractor, physical therapy and my back is still crooked. I am trying one more thing and I will flip on every body because I can’t have surgery when I’m 70

@moicus29 Жыл бұрын

Disk between L4 and L5 is bad. The shot they give me gives me like 95% of my range of motion back pain free. Lasts about 8 months.

@bonnieketterman6542 Жыл бұрын

This was a very informative video I learned alot about my problem which I have had for quite awhile .

@D-T-L 2 жыл бұрын

If i believe i have this disease, what type of doctor should i see? I'm also feeling discomfort going down my right leg and also other joints, not sure it's related. What type of doctor should I see?

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy 2 жыл бұрын

A spine surgeon.

@jamilawilliams7108 3 жыл бұрын

Does large breasts put a lot of pressure on the disc as well??

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy 3 жыл бұрын

It can certainly put pressure on the cervical and thoracic spine. Less so on the lumbar spine. As a disclaimer this should not be considered as medical advice.

@jamilawilliams7108 3 жыл бұрын

@@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy thank you

@bolinhong2598 2 жыл бұрын

@cindyhernandez9979 2 жыл бұрын

Hi. having DDD can the pain spread to your flank area in your back

@hmp2085 6 ай бұрын

Did someone try glucosamine & chondriotin and healed the spine discs?

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy 6 ай бұрын

There's no clinical evidence to show that that works

@hmp2085 6 ай бұрын

@@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy You are right no clinical evidence but ...

@prernaneelavar3280 2 жыл бұрын

Can spinal anesthesia be a cause of low back pain , in the long term ?

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy 2 жыл бұрын

I'm not certain what that question means.

@bourda2012 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the info. I wish I could share my recent MRI report with you. I have so much going on in my lumbar spine right now. It is very painful!

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy 2 жыл бұрын

You can call California orthopedics and spine for a virtual consult

@giseleaponte4516 Жыл бұрын

I have the same an I live in Iowa an my quality of life is No Quality an all the himhawing around has me wanting to give up!!!! Please Help me Dr.

@AlejandroRodriguez-xs4lt Жыл бұрын

Hi Dr, what do you think about shockwave therapy to treat herniated discs or torn joints/ligaments in the low back?

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy Жыл бұрын

There's no clinical evidence to support this

@AlexPenn-k8z Жыл бұрын

i have severe right buttock pain. Is this from a pinched nerve and is surgery required?

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy Жыл бұрын

Yes it could be.

@DanScottChannel 2 жыл бұрын

I also think that diet can effect how one's body heals. Yes, it's anecdotal, but before going on an oil free, whole food plant based diet, I had wounds that just would never heal completely. They would form a scab and the scab would last forever. Now that I changed my diet, I noticed that they heal significantly better and my skin looks healthier. If this is occurring on the outside, then certainly on the inside as well.

@gideon33 2 жыл бұрын

Great report, Thank you Doctor. Do you know of any studies based on the correlation between Sciatica & RLS? Caused by physical trauma?

@jorgegarmendia3487 Жыл бұрын

Can a tear in the rotator cuff influence negatively to a pinch nerve in neck? And can pinched nerves in neck make you dizzy?

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy 11 ай бұрын

No it cannot but they can often overlap in terms of pain distribution. You should see a shoulder doctor and a spine doctor separately

@gibby35412 Жыл бұрын

I've got less back pain and more thigh pain, butt pain, and a heavy/numb feeling in my legs for 13 yrs since being diagnosed with DDD. What type of surgery would be performed to address the leg pain? Thank you, Dr. Stu.

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy Жыл бұрын

I would have to take a look at the imaging please call California Ortho and spine for a virtual appointment.

@gibby35412 Жыл бұрын

@@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy Thank you. Are these appointments covered by insurance?

@samothemano 4 жыл бұрын

Only just discovered your channel. Really enjoy your videos. I’m 29 and have had DDD for over 10 years. I’ve literally just had an MRI scan today to see if it is getting worse or not. I’be been told that steroid injections would be the first option in regards to treatment. I’m pretty nervous about an injection right into my spine so was hoping you could give me some information as to how it works

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy 4 жыл бұрын

Lumbar ddd is not typically treated with steroid injections. Steroid injections can be helpful for a pinched nerve. Depending on what the MRI shows you may be a good candidate for other interventions. Many of those are described in my video. As a disclaimer you should always seek the advice of your spine physician. You may also make an appointment with me through zoom at 415-927-5300

@_blew_a_fuse_7372 3 жыл бұрын

There shots speed it up and there not approved for this issue dont do it the system is full blown set up to fail nutirents heal drugs ruin ya !!

@latoyahodges4962 3 жыл бұрын

I've had the pain shot injections and the epidural pain shots. They only last about a week. After that I was in constant pain when walking longer than 30 minutes (Shopping). If I sweep with a broom it aches really bad.

@_blew_a_fuse_7372 3 жыл бұрын

@@latoyahodges4962 welcome to.my life nothing helps this shit qnd i got a nevro implant !

@juniormako6184 3 жыл бұрын

@derekrupert2013 Жыл бұрын

Standing for long periods kills my back. I’m best if I can rotate positions.

@concretehoustonpro 8 ай бұрын

Question for you Dr. Su. You mentioned in your video, "if it was your back you would try PRP". My question is, If it was your back, would you also use a combination of Mesenchymal stem cells injection with the PRP at the same procedure or would you just use PRP only?

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy 8 ай бұрын

Prp

@KaitlinWonders 7 ай бұрын

I am currently trying to manage back pain as I wait for an MRI. I'm still very young, barely 30. Its a combination of so many issues with DDD showing up on an preliminary X-ray. Its a life long process and quite frankly exhausting.

@KaitlinWonders 6 ай бұрын

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy all this is to say thank you for making this information accessible and giving me the vocabulary in case I meet with a surgeon in my area.

@boriskrizan7447 3 жыл бұрын

I just had an intervention done on my L4 L5 and L5 S1 that included ozone+blood plasma+collagen...its very early to say if it works

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy 3 жыл бұрын

Those treatments do not have any scientific evidence but may work and if it does for you that's great. As a disclaimer this is not considered medical advice and you should always seek advice of your spine surgeon

@andyl9900 3 жыл бұрын

How are you now? Would love to hear an update from you

@boriskrizan7447 3 жыл бұрын

@@andyl9900 Better, although I´ve always kept excercising as well so it´s hard to say what actually improved my condition and also, I went to chiropractor for the first time ever and it turned out my pelvys was twisted a tiny bit. This needs to be corrected first. You need to make sure your "base" or core is in line (both legs are the exact lenght) before you start any king of treatment. It is caused by muscle imbalance. Also, after let´s say 20-30 minutes of sitting, I get up and do some stretches and pelvys movements, or even traction if need to be. Also, long walks seem to be helping. You need to be moving as much as you can. Hope this helps.

@andyl9900 3 жыл бұрын

@@boriskrizan7447 Glad to hear you found what worked for you. May I ask what was the problem with your lumbar area that required intervention? Yeah I think muscle imbalance overtime might have caused one of my disc to degenerate. And I'll probably try those treatments you mentioned above before going into surgery, as pain level is stable at a 5-6 for now.

@bolinhong2598 2 жыл бұрын

@blakemoore666 2 жыл бұрын

Dr. Su, Have you used or done research on peptides, such as BPC157 for use with DDD? Either tablets or injectable? If so, what if any efficacy are you finding? Thanks!

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy 2 жыл бұрын

I have not.

@sjgeneralcontractors2137 2 жыл бұрын

What about new treatment options utilizing stem cells, PRP or iv high dose vitamin c and turmeric by mouth daily along with implementing stretching and avoiding gluten which is horrible for those that are arthritic

@sjgeneralcontractors2137 2 жыл бұрын

Also can Synvisc be used for this as with degenerative knee pain?

@hugocontreras4067 Жыл бұрын

@@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy blessings Dr. !!!!! I am glad i found you channel 😊. I my call for a consultation this November wile i am visiting California. Thanks

@gibby35412 Жыл бұрын

Has anyone ever had an epidural spinal injection for DDD? If so, did it help? Thanks. Any thoughts, Dr. Stu?

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy Жыл бұрын

It typically does not help for disc degeneration.

@gibby35412 Жыл бұрын

@@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy Thanks. Would you mind explaining why, so I may understand better? Thanks.

@ХалиматЯмадаева28 3 жыл бұрын

I had this HORRIBLE provocative disco gram before my neurotomy.. it’s pure torture. I guess I need a new doctor , I didn’t even know there was another option. The other option sounds like a visit to paradise in my humble opinion.

@juniormako6184 3 жыл бұрын

@bolinhong2598 2 жыл бұрын

@terriliggett5377 Жыл бұрын

What other option are you referring to? What is a nurotomy

@teresastueck4152 Ай бұрын

i fell at work i have 5 discs that have moved and i have a collapsed discs hip pain knee pain c6 c7 i have a disc pressing into my spinal column all of the pt in the world will not change or fix this!!! in addition i have 2 pinched nerves one on each side of my lower back i have ddd on 5 discs my tailbone that hurt radio frequency simply caused a 5 day flare so im currently getting ready to have a sacroiliac nerve block injection

@369blackpanther 8 ай бұрын

What I find so interesting is my Mother had severe DDD and zero back pain I have mild DDD on 2 discs and have issues sitting /working out - she at 74 had more mobility than me!!! so many factors affect back pain ...

@martiniordanov4762 2 жыл бұрын

Where are you located at doc

@santimadrid8196 2 жыл бұрын

Don’t give up my friend there’s a permanent solution to your problem visit Doctor Ani John on his KZbin channel he cured mine completely with his natural herbal remedies

@mariantyson Жыл бұрын

Have you done any videos on adult scoliosis and suggestions for pain? In 5 years my lumbar scoliosis went from Cobb angle 52 to currently 68. I was lucky in my 20s though. I was despondent from back and neck pain at a desk job. I transition into the ideal career: community college teaching. You stand and communicate, you pace in front of the whiteboard, you walk quickly to change classes, and have fun! I retired at age 64 from too much pain. I am now 71. I had a good career, but I’m shrinking and twisting (from nearly 6 ft to 5’8”). Ideas? Thank you.

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy Жыл бұрын

Yes I will do one on scoliosis that is on my radar

@egutierrez3490 6 ай бұрын

I have Moderate disc height loss at l5-s1 and there is some lower lumbar facet arthropathy... will weight loss help ? Im currently doing chiropractor care and streaches also exercise at home . I hear the moderate disc height loss will cure itself with age is this true ? Any advice or exercises you might recommend?

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy 5 ай бұрын

Going to physical therapy would be reasonable. You should also watch the lumbar facet joint syndrome videos

@egutierrez3490 5 ай бұрын

@@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy Thank you for your response 🙏

@pualaniwagner789 2 жыл бұрын

What if I have both, Degenerative Spondylolisthesis grade 1 L4-5 Severe Stenosis?

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy 2 жыл бұрын

Then I would defer to watching the degen spondy video series

@lucianadinato5567 Жыл бұрын

Dr Brian I am diagnosed with Severe DDD l5s1 severe loss of intervertebral space height. It hurts every day! Should I try pain management first or I am a candidate for surgery?

@DrBrianSuTheSpineGuy Жыл бұрын

I would have to look at the imaging you can call 415-925-8200 for a second opinion.

@lucianadinato5567 Жыл бұрын

I’m in Tennessee 😢