Regenerative medicine offers a promising alternative through intradiscal biologic therapies such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP), mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs), and other orthobiologics. These treatments aim not just to relieve pain, but to promote healing within the disc itself.

John K. Hong, M.D. | 5/16/2025 Degenerative Disc Disease Regenerative Treatments - Parkview Pain & Regenerative Institute Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) is one of the most common causes of chronic low back pain and spinal disability worldwide. Traditionally managed with medications, physical therapy, or spinal fusion surgery, DDD has long posed a challenge for patients seeking durable relief without invasive procedures. Today, regenerative medicine offers new hope by targe