The disc is a special cartilage between the bones of your spinal column. It attaches to the vertebra above and below it. This creates the separation between spinal bones so pairs of nerves can exit the spine. Each spinal disc has a jelly-like ball bearing core that is contained by bands of fibrous tissue. Healthy…
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For decades, osteoarthritis has been considered a part of aging. But not anymore. Recent research points out that older people don’t have to suffer from arthritic pain. And, surprisingly, people much younger than 65 can develop osteoarthritis. What Is Osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis (OA), or Degenerative joint disease (DJD), affects more than 20 million Americans and is…
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