485- Exploring the Connection Between Adolescent Growth Spurts and Disc Degeneration

This week, we're diving into a fascinating piece of research that shines a light on how adolescent growth affects spinal discs, particularly focusing on the lumbar spine. We'll explore a groundbreaking longitudinal MRI study that tracks how rapid growth during the critical years of adolescence can impact disc degeneration by age 18. We'll discuss the implications of those sudden growth spurts and what they mean for spinal health, along with practical advice on how chiropractors can monitor, educate, and intervene effectively during these crucial years.

Episode Notes:

Bodily growth and the intervertebral disc: a longitudinal MRI study in healthy adolescents

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