4 Most Common Age Related Spine Problems in UK

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4 Most Common Age Related Spine Problems in UK

• A marvellous collection of bones, muscles, discs
  and the spine is a robust structure that forms
  the backbone of every movement and function of
  the body.
• Unfortunately, it is also the structure that
  comes with a limited warranty when it is not
  adequately taken care of.
• This is the reason why back pain is the most
  common ailment that every individual goes through
  at some point of time in their life.

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4 Most Common Age Related Spine Problems in UK

• Age-Related Spine Changes Their Impact on Spine
  Health
• The spine that has tolerated every physical
  mishap slowly begins to give up as we age.
• Those abrupt movements or sudden pivots call for
  muscle strain, tension or spasms putting you out
  of work for a few days at least.
• In rare cases, the spine may begin to degenerate
  leading to chronic back pain that can lead to a
  drastic reduction in quality of life.

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4 Most Common Age Related Spine Problems in UK

• Fortunately there are treatments for back pain
  caused by age-relate spine problems, but
  prevention is always better than cure, says a
  spine care specialist in UK Mr Jwalant S Mehta.
• The first step towards prevention is to improve
  awareness about age-related spine problems and
  their causes to ensure proper spinal care.
• According to spine care specialist, Jwalant S
  Mehta here are the common age-related spinal
  problems that are commonly experienced by
  patients in the UK

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4 Most Common Age Related Spine Problems in UK

• Degenerative disc disease Spinal discs are the
  cushion that is set between two vertebrae (bones
  that are stacked to make the spine).
• As we get older these discs may get worn down
  leading to the bones rubbing on each other to
  cause intermittent back pain.
• Pain that worsens with lifting or sitting, pain
  radiating to the lower back and buttocks, and
  numbness or tingling sensation in arms or legs
  are some of the common symptoms.
• Every individual above age 40 suffers some kind
  of degeneration but physically demanding jobs,
  obesity, and smoking may accelerate the onset.
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4 Most Common Age Related Spine Problems in UK

• Spinal Osteoporosis Osteoporosis is a common
  age-related condition where an individual slowly
  loses the density of bone every one of us does.
  
• Lowered bone density means weak, brittle spinal
  bones with lowered bone mass which ultimately
  increases the risk of hunched posture, fracture
  or injuries.
• It can be hard to identify since this condition
  doesnt show up any symptoms.
• Adopting a regular well-balanced diet along with
  low-impact exercise like walking, and running can
  slow down the deterioration.

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4 Most Common Age Related Spine Problems in UK

• Slipped spinal discs The spinal disc is made up
  of a soft gelatinous-like substance which resides
  inside the tough outer ring.
• Spinal injury or weakness may push the soft
  substance to protrude outside, compressing the
  spinal nerves in the process.
• This results in numbness, pain, and discomfort
  and may even need surgery for treatment.
• Individuals with age-related spinal problems like
  degenerated disc diseases are more prone to
  slipped spinal disc problems.

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4 Most Common Age Related Spine Problems in UK

• Spinal stenosis Like the degeneration of spinal
  discs, the spinal canal which houses the spinal
  cord may degenerate too as we age.
• The space through which the spinal cord runs
  down the back may narrow, over time-pinching the
  spinal nerves or spinal cord in the process.
• Neck pain, numbness, problems with the bladder or
  bowel, and weakness or tingling in the leg, arm
  or foot are some of the common symptoms of spinal
  stenosis.
• Age-related spinal degeneration which ultimately
  leads to a herniated disc, spinal tumours or
  injuries may lead to spinal stenosis.

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4 Most Common Age Related Spine Problems in UK

• The risk of all the above four age-related spine
  problems can be cut down dramatically with a
  well-balanced diet, regular exercise and making
  healthy lifestyle choices (avoid smoking).
• Its never too late to take care of yourself.
  Treat your spine well and repays your back with a
  pain-free life.
• In case you need more information on spinal
  health or need help in managing your back pain,
  you can contact Children Adult Spinal Surgeon
  in UK Mr Jwalant S Mehta

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Contact us

• Royal Orthopaedic Hospital
• BMI The Priory Hospital
• Spire Parkway Hospital
• Bromsgrove Private Clinic
• Birmingham Childrens Hospital

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Contact and Connect

• Clinical secretary Samantha Leavy 44 785 021
  1939
• Medico-legal secretary Jan Clarke 44 121
  4508928
• Spire Parkway Hospital 0121 704 5500
• BMI NEC (National Enquiry Centre) 0808 101 0337
• BMI Priory 0121 446 1638
• Email secretary_at_mehtaspine.co.uk
• The appointments are booked through the clinic