Degenerative diseases are the results of a continuous process based on degenerative cell changes, affecting tissues or organs, which will increasingly deteriorate over time. These changes may occur as part of normal aging or be influenced by lifestyle factors such as physical activity, diet and overall health habits.
There are more than 100 types of arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions affecting the muscles, bones and joints. Effective management techniques often involves a combination of medical treatment, medication, physiotherapy, targeted exercise and self-management strategies.
These are some of the conditions:
Lumbar
Lumbar degenerative disc disease, refers to a syndrome whereby a compromised disc causes low back pain, which could be resulted from simple wear and tear, or may be due to a traumatic cause.
Cervical
Cervical degenerative disc disease, refers to a syndrome whereby a breakdown of the cushioning disc in the cervical spine due to wear and tear, resulting in neck and radiating arm pain.
Spondylosis
Spondylosis is a condition of any spinal degeneration with both pain and degeneration happening concurrently.
Arthritic Conditions
Arthritic conditions are generally characterised by pain, aching, swelling, stiffness, decreased range of motion in one or more joints.
Hip Osteoarthritis
Hip osteoarthritis is a condition caused by a breakdown of cartilage tissue due to inflammation, injury, or wear and tear of the hip joint, resulting in pain and stiffness in the hip area and the lower limbs.
Knee Osteoarthritis
Knee osteoarthritis is a condition caused by a breakdown of cartilage tissue due to injury, or wear and tear of the knee joint, resulting in pain and stiffness in the knee.
