You may be able to prevent degenerative disc disease (DDD), or limit its effects, by making lifestyle changes to lower your weight, get more exercise, stop smoking, and more. Physical exercise is ...

Objectives Evidence comparing the effectiveness of surgical and conservative treatment of symptomatic lumbar disc herniation is controversial ... Diagnosis was verified by advanced spinal imaging (MRI ...

Older adults who have the best cardiovascular health also appear to carry lower risks for developing neurodegenerative disease, according to an analysis of the Chicago Health and Aging Project (CHAP).

Neural foraminal stenosis is a common condition that can cause symptoms referred to as a pinched nerve. The neural foramen (spinal foramen) are small holes on the sides of the backbone that are ...