Monday, May 23, 2011

degenerative disc disease : Causes and Risk Factors of degenerative disc disease


Several factors can cause discs to degenerate, including age. Specific factors include:
  • The drying out of the disc. When we are born, the disc is about 80% water. As we age, the disc dries out and doesn't absorb shocks as well
  • Daily activities and sports cause tears in the outer core of the disc. By the age of 60, most people have some degree of disc degeneration. Not everyone at that age has back pain, however.
  • Injuries, which can cause swelling, soreness and instability. This can result in low back pain.
*Pathologic changes of degenerative disc disease
degenerative disc disease

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