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What is
degenerative disc
disease?
Degenerative disc disease occurs as a result of wear
and tear to the cartilage that acts as a "cushion"
between the vertebrae. Over time, it becomes
thinner and more brittle. If there is a narrowing of
the space between the vertebrae, this is referred to
as spondylosis. In a herniated disc, the disc bulges
(protrusion) or tears and the inner core pushes out
(prolapse). And if a disc presses on a nerve or the
spinal cord, it can cause a feeling of numbness or
weakness, as well as being painful.
2 Ottobock | Your back in focus
Facet joint
Spinal cord
Disc
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