Genes Linked To Spinal Disc Degeneration Identified

Courtesy ScienceDaily  Tue, 03/17/2009 - 01:45

Lumbar disc degeneration is an uncomfortable condition that affects millions of people, but two researchers have identified some of the genes that are causing problems.


 

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