What is Degenerative Disc Disease?
Degenerative disc disease is not a disease at all but a term to describe the normal wear and tear that your spinal discs will undergo as you age. Naturally soft and compressible, spinal discs function as shock absorbers for the spine, allowing you to bend and flex. As a result, degenerative disc disease usually affects the lower back and neck regions and can lead to pain or even extensive nerve damage.
What are the Causes of Degenerative Disc Disease?
Age is the number one cause of degenerative disc disease, but there are some medical and lifestyle choices that can impact the body as well. For example, smoking or years of intense physical labor can aid in the formation of degenerative disc disease. People who are excessively obese could also suffer from this. An acute injury, such as a herniated disc, may impact potential degeneration as well.
What are the Treatment Options for Degenerative Disc Disease?
However, surgery might eventually be necessary if your degenerative disc disease has progressed far enough. At this point, spinal fusions and disc replacements are the most common treatment options, but you should see what your doctor has to say first.
How Can You Prevent Degenerative Disc Disease?
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