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Degenerative disorders are sometimes due to the process of normal
aging and/or wear and tear. Just like mechanical devices, human bodies
are subject to wear and tear from use.
However, unlike machinery, the human body has the ability to heal
or attempt to repair a problem. At birth, the structural integrity
of a person's spine, heart, lungs or any other organ system is at its
peak for development through the years. During mid-life, early microscopic
changes begin to appear that indicate the spine is aging. The spine
does not deteriorate just because it ages. Wear and tear also play
important roles. Ailments such as arthritis, spinal stenosis, or osteoporosis
do not develop overnight. Degenerative diseases may take many years
to develop. These disorders may be associated with past injuries, abuse,
body structure, or congenital problems.
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