Hello Cervical disc degeneration questions.... looking for advice
 

Hello not too much to say i am just new and looking for way to better the quality of life I broke the dens of c-2 and wasn't in that much pain at first but recently I had been in terrible pain so i went to the doctor and he diagnosed me with cdd i feel as if i am too young for this but i know there are many out there dealing with this younger and older than myself Thank you for taking the time to read this and have a Better Day

Hi ~ Degenerative disc disease can strike at any age unfortunately. Everyone gets it. It's just that some of us get it sooner than others. Every person alive will get it at some point or another.

All it is, is drying out of the discs. When they dry out, they tend to flatten, and that makes they bulge and/or herniate. Also when they flatten, the upper vertebra will sink down to the vertebra below it because the disc flattened, and it isn't there to hold it up. When several of these disc flatten, and the vertebra sink down, we become SHORTER!!! We lose height! I used to be 5'4 1/2" tall. I'm now 5'2" !!! I've actually lost 2 1/2" in height!! So obviously my spine is a mess -- 2 open surgeries, plus a spinal cord stimulator implant & removal, and many other procedures. :eek:

Why not join us on Spinal Disorders? I'm sure you'll learn alot. Take care and God bless. Hugs, Lee ;)

Great to meet you!!
 

Leo,

:Wave-Hello:It is great to have you come and be with us. You will fine a great number of dear friends to listen when you are in need of ears. Please, just let us know how we can help you out. You will find out we are supportive and relaxing place.

Click on the following forum there you will find a great number of friends to help you out.

http://neurotalk.psychcentral.com/forum22.html

Please keep us up to date on your situation. Again welcome, looking forward to seeing you around. My thoughts and prayers are with you. :smileypray:

Hello Leo!
 

Welcome Aboard! :hug:

You are sure to find this a wonderful place of support and understanding.
People are very caring and helpful.
Darlene has given you a point in the right direction.

Make yourself right at home!

Rae
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