Arthritis & Rheumatism. 2006;54(12):3859-3867. Degenerative disc disease is one of today's most common and costly medical conditions. Marked by the gradual erosion of cartilage between the ...

Ms Ng was diagnosed with degenerative disc disease after a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan. The condition occurs when the soft discs between the bones in the spine wear out over time.