Hello,
Thanks for the query.
Degenerative disk disease ( DDD ) is a condition which can be painful and really disturb the quality of life.
Although disc degeneration is normal as you age and may not cause problems in many people but for some people it can cause severe chronic pain.

Often, degenerative disc disease can be successfully treated without surgery. 
One can opt a single treatment or a combination of treatments like
Physiotherapy
Anti inflammatory medications
Spinal traction
Spinal injections
Chiropractic manipulation etc....
However if a person doesn't get relief in 3 o 4 months or if there is severe leg or back pain or some weakness in legs or sone difficulty in walking and standing,then surgery is recommended.
I hope it helps however you may revert to me for any further query.
Best of luck.
Thanks

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