Back pain that persists for years usually has a structural source. Annular tears are the most common driver. Sealing the tear addresses the lesion.

Chronic back pain that does not resolve frequently traces to a damaged disc — most often an annular tear. Imaging plus exam confirms.

Key terms in disc conditions and diagnoses: degeneration, annular tears, herniation, high-intensity zones, Modic changes — what they mean.

DDD patients who have not improved with conservative care can evaluate regenerative spine care. The fibrin procedure addresses tears within degenerated discs.

Glossary of key spine anatomy and disc condition terms: vertebrae, discs, annulus, nucleus, herniation, degeneration, stenosis, radiculopathy.