can degenerative disc disease be prevented?
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Exercise for a Stronger Spine Weight training and strength training are key to preventing further disc degeneration, because by building the musculature surrounding the spine, you can take a lot of pressure off the discs.
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Degenerative disc disease/lumbar herniated disc. When a spinal disc breaks down and/or herniates, a rigid or semi-rigid back brace can help stabilize and reduce micro-motions at the affected spinal segment.
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Not actually a disease, degenerative disc disease is a condition in which pain is caused by a disc that wears down. Several factors can cause discs to degenerate, including: Drying out of the disc with age. Tears in the outer portion of the disc due to daily activities and sports.
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Being overweight, even by as few as 10 pounds, can burden your intervertebral discs as they work to help support your spine. Degenerative disc disease (DDD), which can affect any one of us as we age, can be especially problematic for people who are overweight by as few as 10 pounds.
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A degenerating spinal disc does not always lead to pain or other symptoms. Because the disc itself has very little innervation, pain usually occurs when the degenerating disc affects other structures in the spine (such as muscles, joint, or nerve roots).
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Osteoarthritis of the Spine and Disc Degeneration It represents an ongoing, degenerative process in the spine, and may be associated with a number of other degenerative spinal conditions. In particular, osteoarthritis is associated with degenerative discs in the spine.
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Intervertebral disc disease refers to a herniated disc in the spine. 1﻿ Sometime called a "slipped disc," any dog can develop IVDD. It can be due to a spinal injury or another issue, and while there is no way to prevent it, you can reduce the risk and know how to best care for your injured dog.
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Nearly everyone's spinal discs show signs of wear as they age. Not everyone, however, will have degenerative disc disease. Not actually a disease, this is a condition in which a damaged disc causes pain.
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Nearly everyone's spinal discs show signs of wear as they age. Not everyone, however, will have degenerative disc disease. Not actually a disease, this is a condition in which a damaged disc causes pain. A wide range of symptoms and severity is associated with this condition.
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Degenerative Disc Disease, or DDD, is among the most common impairments for which the Social Security Administration (SSA) receives disability applications. While it is a qualifying disability under certain circumstances, proving your condition meets the SSA's duration and severity level requirements can be difficult.
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Painful aches at the site of a damaged disc is the most common symptom of a degenerative disc. Pain may spread to the buttocks, groin, and upper thighs. This pain typically feels achy, dull, and can range from mild to severe. Occasional pain flare-ups.
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This is not a “disease” in the traditional sense of the world. This is not a life and death situation, and you cannot die from degenerative disc disease. This can, however, be a quality of life issue. While degenerative discs are not always associated with pain, they can be.
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It's important to minimize the pressure on your herniated disc. Avoid wearing high heels, sleeping on your stomach and standing or sitting for long periods of time. Keep your back straight while lifting heavy objects, using knees and hips instead. Avoid repetitive bending or reaching.
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Disc degeneration should not cause symptoms of bowel/bladder dysfunction, fever with back pain, unexplained and rapid weight loss, or intense stomach pain. These symptoms are suggestive of more serious conditions and should receive prompt medical attention. In This Article: Lumbar Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD)
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As you age, your intervertebral discs begin to degenerate. This causes the discs in your spine to grow thin and collapse. This change to the spine can alter your neck's natural curvature and cause an imbalance due to the weight of your head. Degenerative disc disease usually increases in severity as you get older.
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If a degenerated disc impinges on a nerve root in the low back it can cause a form of sciatica. Additionally, degenerative disc disease commonly causes the disc to shorten in height, leading to the nerve passageways becoming smaller (spinal stenosis) and pinching the nerve roots as they exit the spine.
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Disc degeneration may cause no symptoms, or the pain may be so intense that the individual cannot continue with their daily activities. The condition starts with damage to the spine, but in time, symptoms can affect other parts of the body. Symptoms usually get worse with age.