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INFORMATION ABOUT: Ankle Child Orthopedics Elbow Foot Fractures General Hand Hip Knee Pain Management Shoulder Spine - Cervical Spine - General Spine - Lumbar Spine - Thoracic Wrist View Web RX Copyright Statement Patient Education Disclaimer		« Back Why am I getting shorter with age? The exact process to explain the shortening of your spine is speculated in the spine-related research. Two proposed explanations include a cumulative micro-trauma theory at the disc-vertebra interface that creates an inflation process and merging of the cartilage and bone. The second theory suggests a gradual tensioning of the disc pulling on the vertebra that eventually triggers a process of converting the cartilage to bone. References: « Back *Disclaimer:*The information contained herein is compiled from a variety of sources. It may not be complete or timely. It does not cover all diseases, physical conditions, ailments or treatments. The information should NOT be used in place of visit with your healthcare provider, nor should you disregard the advice of your health care provider because of any information you read in this topic. All content provided by eORTHOPOD® is a registered trademark of Mosaic Medical Group, L.L.C.. Content is the sole property of Mosaic Medical Group, LLC and used herein by permission.