Degenerative Disc Disease

From medication to physical therapy to surgery, our spine experts offer complete care for back and neck pain caused by degenerative disc disease.

Degenerative Disc Disease

From medication to physical therapy to surgery, our spine experts offer complete care for back and neck pain caused by degenerative disc disease.

Expert Spine Care for Degenerative Disc Disease

Degenerative disc disease is the medical term for the general wear and tear that develops in the discs that cushion the bones in the spine. This condition can occur as you age or as the result of a back injury.

Over time, the discs can break down, causing symptoms such as:

  • Lower back pain
  • Neck pain
  • Pain and numbness in your legs or arms

Our doctors work closely with physical therapists and pain management specialists to create a treatment plan designed just for you. Whether you need medication, physical therapy or surgery, our goal is to help you find relief and enjoy a better quality of life.

Why Choose Us for Neck and Back Pain Relief

Our experienced spine surgeons treat all types of simple to complex spine conditions and are trusted by patients looking for second opinions.

We offer a variety of interventional services to provide back pain relief without surgery.

Our team conducts cutting-edge research and clinical trials to deliver better patient outcomes.

Your doctors work closely with physical therapy and pain management experts to find the care plan that’s right for you.

Our team is recognized as a Blue Distinction Center by Blue Cross Blue Shield for outstanding spine care.

Ram Kiran Alluri, MD

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Assistant Professor of Clinical Orthopaedic Surgery
Specialties
Spine Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery

Thomas C. Chen, MD, PhD

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Professor of Neurological Surgery
Specialties
Neurosurgery, Spine Surgery, Brain Tumor  View more

Raymond J. Hah, MD

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Associate Professor of Clinical Orthopaedic Surgery
Specialties
Spine Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery

Patrick C. Hsieh, MD

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Professor of Clinical Neurological Surgery
Specialties
Neurosurgery, Spine Surgery

John C. Liu, MD

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Professor of Neurosurgery
Specialties
Neurosurgery, Spine Surgery

Christopher C. Ornelas, MD

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Chief of Spine Medicine, Director of USC Spine Medicine Serv …
Specialties
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Orthopedic Surgery, Pain Medicine  View more

Michael Safaee, MD

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Assistant Professor Of Clinical Neurological Surgery
Specialties
Neurosurgery, Spine Surgery

Mark J. Spoonamore, MD

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Associate Professor of Clinical Orthopaedic Surgery
Specialties
Spine Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery

Gene Tekmyster, DO

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Assistant Professor of Clinical Orthopaedic Surgery
Specialties
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine, Interventional Spine and Musculoskeletal Medicine  View more

Jeffrey C. Wang, MD

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Professor of Clinical Orthopaedic Surgery and Neurosurgery ( …
Specialties
Spine Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery

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