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.

Exercise Therapy for Severe Degenerative Disc Disease L5-S1

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Julie Warren, PT

Degenerative disc disease (DDD) can be a confusing diagnosis, says Dr. Peter Ullrich, Jr., at Spine-Health.com. Not truly a disease or necessarily progressive in nature, DDD, is a degenerative process that affects the discs between your spinal vertebrae.