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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.

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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.

What Is Degenerative Disc Disease?

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.

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Toyota Sports Performance Center

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555 N. Nash Street Suite B
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Arcadia

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125 W. Huntington Drive
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Arcadia, CA 91007
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Glendale – Orthopaedic & Spine Surgery

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1818 Verdugo Blvd. Suite 300
Glendale, CA 91208
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Our Team

Ram Alluri, MD

Assistant Professor of Clinical Orthopaedic Surgery
Accepting new and returning patients
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Medical Specialties

Spine Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery

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Thomas Chen, MD, PhD

Professor of Neurological Surgery
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Medical Specialties

Neurosurgery, Spine Surgery, Brain Tumor, Brain and Tumor Neurosurgery

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Alexander Christ, MD

Assistant Professor of Clinical Orthopaedic Surgery
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Orthopedic Oncology

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Seth Gamradt, MD

Director of Orthopaedic Athletic Medicine
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Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedic Sports Medicine, Orthopaedic Surgery Sports Medicine, Orthopedic…

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Joshua Gary, MD

Associate Professor of Clinical Orthopaedic Surgery
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Medical Specialties

Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedic Trauma Surgery

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Loren Geller, MD

Clinical Assistant Professor of Othopaedic Surgery (Practitioner)
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Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery, Sports Medicine, Orthopaedic Surgery Sports…

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Paul Gilbert, MD

Assistant Professor of Clinical Orthopaedic Surgery
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Orthopedic Surgery, Hip and Knee Orthopedic Surgery

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Raymond Hah, MD

Assistant Professor of Clinical Orthopaedic Surgery
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Medical Specialties

Spine Surgery

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Cara Hall, MD

Assistant Professor of Clinical Orthopaedic Surgery
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Medical Specialties

Family Medicine, Sports Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine

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George Hatch, , MD

Associate Professor of Clinical Orthopaedic Surgery
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Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedic Sports Medicine, Sports Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery Sports…

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Nathanael Heckmann, MD

Assistant Professor of Clinical Orthopaedic Surgery
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Orthopedic Surgery, Hip and Knee Orthopedic Surgery

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Brian Hong, DPM

Assistant Professor of Clinical Orthopaedic Surgery
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Orthopedic Surgery, Foot and Ankle Orthopedic Surgery, Podiatry

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Aaron Ahearn, MD

Assistant Professor of Clinical Surgery
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Medical Specialties

Transplant Surgery, Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery, Pancreas Transplant Surgery, Liver…

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John Allen, DMD

Medical Specialties

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

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Ram Alluri, MD

Assistant Professor of Clinical Orthopaedic Surgery
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Medical Specialties

Spine Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery

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Arun Amar, MD

Associate Professor
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Medical Specialties

Neurosurgery, Endovascular Neurosurgery

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David Armstrong, DPM

Professor of Surgery and Director, Southwestern Academic Limb Salvage Alliance (SALSA)
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Medical Specialties

Podiatry, Surgical Wound Care

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Scott Atay, MD

Assistant Professor of Clinical Surgery
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Thoracic Surgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Lung Cancer, Transplant Surgery, Lung Transplant…

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Regina Baker, MD

Associate Professor of Clinical Surgery
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Medical Specialties

Plastic Surgery, Reconstructive Plastic Surgery, Breast Cancer, Breast Reconstruction Surgery,…

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Craig Baker, MD

Chief, Division of Cardiac Surgery
Accepting new and returning patients

Medical Specialties

Cardiothoracic Surgery, Cardiac Surgery, Cardiac Transplant Surgery, Heart Valve Repair

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Mark Barr, MD

Associate Professor of Cardiothoracic Surgery

Medical Specialties

Cardiothoracic Surgery, Cardiac Surgery, Transplant Surgery, Cardiac Transplant Surgery

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Subarna Biswas, MD

Assistant Professor of Clinical Surgery

Medical Specialties

Surgical Critical Care, Trauma Surgery

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Joseph Carey, MD

Associate Professor of Clinical Surgery
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Medical Specialties

Plastic Surgery, Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, Reconstructive Plastic Surgery, Breast Cancer,…

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Azadeh Carr, MD

Associate Professor of Clinical Surgery
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Surgical Oncology, Breast Surgery, Endocrine Surgery, Breast Surgical Oncology, Breast…

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Our Locations

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Keck Hospital of USC

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1500 San Pablo Street
Los Angeles, CA 90033
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USC Verdugo Hills Hospital

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1812 Verdugo Blvd
Glendale, CA 91208-1407
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Toyota Sports Performance Center

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555 N. Nash Street Suite B
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