Can IDD help with Degenerative disc Disease or chronic back pain?

Back pain is one of the most common reasons people visit us at Harpenden Sports & Spinal. For many, the cause is Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) - a condition that happens as the spinal discs naturally wear down with age. If you’ve been told you have degenerative discs or if you’ve been struggling with chronic back pain, you may be wondering what can be done about of if you just have to love with it.

If you're looking for a solution to finally get active again and do the things you love without being in pain I'm going to help explain a solution to you. If you want to avoid surgery keep reading!

Found out more about treatment for Degenerative disc disease

What is Degenerative Disc Disease?

Your spinal discs act as cushions between the bones in your spine. Over time, discs can lose hydration and height, making them less flexible. This is known as Degenerative Disc Disease.

Common symptoms include:

Chronic lower back pain
Pain that worsens with sitting, bending, or lifting
Stiffness and reduced mobility
Episodes of sharper pain during flare-ups

Can IDD Therapy help with Degenerative Disc Disease?

Yes. IDD Therapy (Intervertebral Differential Dynamics) is a non-surgical spinal treatment designed to target disc problems like herniated discs, bulging discs, and degenerative discs. it is especially helpful if you have not had lasting relief with other types of manual treatment.

IDD Therapy uses precise, computer-controlled pulling forces to gently decompress the spine. This:

Reduces pressure on worn or bulging discs
Restores space between the vertebrae
Improves hydration and nutrition inside the disc
Relieves irritation of nearby nerves

For patients with chronic back pain caused by DDD, IDD Therapy is often a breakthrough after other conservative treatments haven’t worked. Find out more about IDD therapy

Patient receiving IDD Therapy for degenerative disc disease in Hertfordshire

What about chronic back pain?

Not all chronic back pain is caused by disc degeneration, but for many patients, discs play a key role. IDD Therapy helps by restoring mobility and reducing the strain on surrounding muscles, joints, and nerves.

It is especially helpful for patients who have:

Tried physiotherapy, osteopathy, or chiropractic without lasting relief
Ongoing pain for more than 3 months but often its been years!
MRI scans showing disc degeneration or loss of disc height

Is IDD Therapy safe?

Yes. IDD Therapy is safe, non-invasive, and clinically proven. It has been used worldwide for over 20 years to help patients avoid spinal injections or surgery. At Harpenden Sports & Spinal, we tailor the programme to your individual condition and monitor progress closely.

Next steps

If you’ve been struggling with Degenerative Disc Disease or chronic back pain, you don’t have to live with it. At Harpenden Sports & Spinal, we provide expert assessment, can arrange MRI scans if needed, and offer IDD Therapy - the leading non-surgical treatment for disc-related back pain.

📞 Find out more and take the first step toward lasting relief.