Degenerative disc disease is not genetic. Inheritance of Degenerative Disc Disease refers to whether the condition is inherited from your parents or runs in families. The level of inheritance of a condition depends on how important genetics are to the disease.
Bone fractures, particularly in the spine or hip, are the most serious complication of osteoporosis. Hip fractures often are caused by a fall and can result in disability and even an increased risk of death within the first year after the injury. In some cases, spinal fractures can occur even if you haven't fallen.
Osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is characterized by an abnormal loss of bone mass and disintegration of bone structure in older adults. This can cause bone fragility and increases the risk of fractures and breaks. Most individuals who have this disease are not aware of it until a fracture occurs.steogenesis Imperfecta. This disease is a genetic disorder that is characterized by brittle bones that break or fracture easily. It is caused by a gene defect in the production of collagen, a protein that is needed to make bones strong.