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You Are More Than Your Illness — Chronic Illness Empowerment

Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) is one of the most common causes of chronic low back pain, but despite its name, it’s not actually a disease. As spinal discs lose hydration and flexibility over time, they may no longer absorb shock effectively, leading to lower back pain, nerve compression, sciatica, numbness, or tingling. The good news is that not everyone with DDD needs spine surgery. The right treatment depends on what’s actually causing your symptoms. Do you know what’s causing your degenera

Chronic Illness Matters: Living with Pain and Invisible Conditions