Degenerative disc disease is an aging associated condition, explaining the breakdown of an intervertebral disc of the spine. These pillow-like discs are responsible for protecting brain, vertebrae and other nerves. This naturally occurring condition may cause numbness, weakness and pain that radiates down the leg. The longer the disc degeneration left untreated, the more the chance of severe chronic pain and other spine problems.
Some commonly noticed signs and symptoms of degenerative disc disease include: Lower back or upper neck pain Leg weakness or pain Loss of bladder or bowel control Muscle spams Stiffness or reduced sensation of touch
The most probable causes of this condition include- Aging Inflammation Abnormal micro-motion instability Injury Tumor
The doctor will ask about your affected section and symptoms to get the proper knowledge of this condition. ... Electromyography CT scan or MRI scan Discogram or discography Myelogram
Medications and certain surgeries can lessen the symptoms of this condition. Although this is a natural occurring condition, preventive measures can help control the symptoms. .. Physical therapy and low impact exercise Chiropractic care Anti-inflammatory medications TENS units Surgery
Although this is a naturally occurring condition, some preventions might reduce its severity. Healthy lifestyle modifications Regular exercise Good nutrition Quit smoking
