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Does physical therapy help degenerative disc disease?
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Could look vey real: Physical therapy helps to strengthen the supporting joint muscles which it will lead to better joint support. In addition, exercise and healthy diet will help to lower body weight which it will help to decrease weight demand on the joints.
Answered 12/19/2014
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