Degenerative disc disease (DDD) is a very common condition and affects millions worldwide. Most people who suffer from DDD experience pain in their back. However, other problems can occur as well such as nerve damage and loss of mobility due to spinal cord compression. Many people struggle to find relief until they seek medical attention. Continue Reading…
What Is Degenerative Disc Disease? Degenerative disc disease (DDD) is the most common form of arthritis in adults. DDD usually develops between ages 30 and 50 and affects more than 60% of Americans by age 65. There’s no cure for this condition, but there are ways to relieve some symptoms. For example, physical therapy can Continue Reading…
In order to fully understand a condition, you need to be able to identify all its symptoms. If you are suffering from degenerative disc disease, then you should know that there is no cure. However, there are some treatments available for people who suffer from these conditions. The first step you can take to treat Continue Reading…
Back pain affects about 80% of the population at least once during their lifetime, which means that almost every person on earth experiences it. There are many reasons that people develop back pain. Some of these include obesity and diabetes, while other reasons can involve work-related injuries. Regardless of why someone develops back pain, one Continue Reading…
Slipped Discs and Pinched Nerves. Disc Herniations Many people have heard the terms “slipped discs”, “pinched nerves” and “disc herniations” in the age of Back Pain Epidemic. They refer to the same condition that is related to the relationship between spinal bones (known as “vertebrae”) and spinal nerves. Understanding Disc Disorder Treatment An anatomy course Continue Reading…
