Back Pain Causes: Exercises, Relief & Warning Signs

Back pain can stem from weight lifting, hyperextension, or underlying conditions like degenerative disc disease. Targeted exercises for seniors, natural anti-inflammatories like turmeric, and proper lumbar support help manage symptoms effectively.

The End Stages of Degenerative Disc Disease

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Christian Walker, Ph.D.

End stage or advanced degenerative disc disease occurs when the intervertebral disc degenerates and the disc space collapses. This can result in herniation of the inner disc material through the disc wall. There also can be visible changes on the bony portion of the adjacent vertebrae as detected by MRI or CT scan.