Staying Young and Vibrant – No Matter Your Age
Aging is no joke… And oftentimes, the spine is among the first to bear the brunt of the aging process. Degenerative spine disease, spinal stenosis, and disc disease are age-related processes that affect the spine and the shock-absorbing spinal discs that cushion adjacent spinal vertebrae.
Degenerative disc disease or DDD is usually the first sign of age-related changes in the spine. Degenerative disc disease can lead to pain, spinal dysfunction, osteoarthritis, and spinal stenosis. Although degenerative disc disease, arthritis, and spinal stenosis can happen as you age, it doesn’t mean that it is destined to happen.
The keys to managing and preventing degenerative disc disease begin with implementing lifestyle choices that support spinal wellness.
- Live an Active Lifestyle Including Regular Exercise
- Be Mindful of Posture and Proper Body Mechanics
- Maintain an Ideal Body Weight
- Eat Nutrient Rich Foods and Drink Plenty of Water
Taking the simple steps to protect the well-being of your spinal discs will yield long-term benefits over your life. Commit to less time in front of the computer or TV and more time walking around Howard County parks, stretching, eating healthy foods, and maintaining spinal mobility with routine chiropractic visits to tailor the healthiest and most vibrant life possible; you’re worth it…