Degenerative disc disease is something that raises many questions. To begin with, it's not an illness in the traditional sense; instead, it's a symptom of a damaged disc.
Disc degeneration symptoms may be caused by aging of the spinal discs or by recent trauma to the spine. Back pain is a common symptom as we age because of the strain our bodies are through. After a certain age, disc degeneration is common, although not everyone who has it has back discomfort.
According to some studies, a DDD family member may increase your risk of acquiring a painful back ailment. Is degenerative disc disease hereditary, and if so, what are the risk factors?
