Stop Letting Degenerative Disc Disease Control Your Life: Here's What Helps
Nov 12, 2026
Do you live with constant, wearing back pain? At Arora Pain Clinic in Torrance, California, we understand how degenerative disc disease can shrink your world.
Dr. Ripu Arora helps patients regain control of their lives. We specialize in treating neck and back pain with personalized, minimally invasive care. You do not have to accept chronic pain as your permanent reality. Let's look at what the latest medical research says about finding real relief.
Many patients believe that major surgery is the only way to fix a degenerating spine. However, conservative and interventional therapies are often the best first steps.
A 2026 study in the International Journal of Spine Surgery followed 150 adults with chronic low back pain. The study found that lumbar surgery was associated with reduced pain intensity over three years. Yet, surgery did not offer superior improvements in physical disability or daily function compared to usual care.
This is why we focus on targeted, nonsurgical options first. We offer advanced treatments like epidural injections and spinal cord stimulation to relieve your pain. These therapies help you stay active without undergoing major spinal fusion.
Chronic pain actually changes how your nervous system processes pain signals. Your brain can become hyper-vigilant, making you fear normal movements.
A study in The BMJ showed that combining cognitive behavioral therapy with active physiotherapy care provides significant immediate benefits. This combined approach outpaced standard physical therapy alone for chronic back pain.
At our Torrance, California, clinic, we focus on the whole person. We combine physical recovery with therapies that help you overcome the fear of movement. We also offer innovative orthobiologics and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) to support your body's natural healing. This helps you rebuild strength and move with confidence again.
Living with constant spinal pain takes a heavy emotional toll. A 2025 systematic review in PLoS One estimated that about a fifth of patients living with lumbar degenerative disc disease also experience clinical depression.
This mental health burden is deeply intertwined with physical spine symptoms. Depression can actually worsen the physical pain you feel.
Dr. Arora takes a compassionate, multidisciplinary approach to your care. We do not just look at your MRI scans. We tackle chronic pain by addressing both its physical symptoms and its emotional impacts. Our team customizes a plan to help you feel better both physically and mentally.
You do not have to let degenerative disc disease dictate your daily life. Our dedicated team is ready to help you find lasting relief and regain your mobility. Explore your treatment options by scheduling a visit with us today.