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What are causes of spine degenerative changes and spine arthropathy in young male aged 31. and what's back training used in treatment, pls answer in de?

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Poly factorial: Degenerative disc disease affects approximately 30 percent of people over 35 and 90 percent over 60. So most people get it at some point. I have seen children as young as 10-12 with it. Genetics, environmental issues, and injury all may play a role. Many respond to conservative treatment including rest, meds, home exercises; physical therapy, chiropractic, traction for more severe cases.

Answered 7/25/2019

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See details: Congenital issues such as scoliosis or spondylolisthesis are common causes in young people. However, be certain that spondylitis is not the cause.

Answered 10/17/2014

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