Human trials have shown that hydrogel injections are a promising, effective treatment for chronic lower back pain caused by degenerative disc disease (DDD). The treatment is far less invasive than other surgeries, and has been given FDA approval. Spinal discs play an important role in cushioning the vertebrae, but as […]
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Injected ‘Hydrogel’ May Be New Option Against Back Pain
By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, June 9, 2022 (HealthDay News) — Like fixing a flat on the roadside, a new injectable hydrogel is showing promise as a remedy for worn-down spinal discs — pumping them back up and relieving chronic back pain. The gel, with the brand name Hydrafil, […]