Causes of disabilities:

Causes of disabilities:

The most common causes of disability:

·        Illnesses like cancer, heart attack or diabetes cause the majority of long-term disabilities. Back pain, injuries, and arthritis are also significant causes.

·        Most are not work-related, and therefore not covered by workers' compensation.

·        Lifestyle choices and personal behavior that lead to obesity are becoming major contributing factors.

·        Injuries at work? Freak accidents? It's true, they happen. But the truth might surprise you.

·        Musculoskeletal disorders are the #1 cause of disabilities.

Examples include; arthritis, back pain, spine/joint disorders, etc.

Some conditions that cause people to miss work include:

·        Arthritis,

·        Back pain,

·        Heart disease,

·        Cancer,

·        Depression,

·        Diabetes

Here's a closer look at some of the most common disabling conditions -- and some tips on how to protect yourself from the high medical bills that may come with them.