I had a herniated disc L4 and L5 removed when I was 38 which stabilising by wire wrapped from L4 to L6. It took 6 months recovery. I do pilates 2 to 3 days a week with a few exercises in between. I have an issue with my left hip whih I am having physio for. He said my sciatica pain is coming from my SI joint. I am so glad I had the operation as my surgeon said that was my only option as the pain was getting so bad I couldn't walk in the mornings. I'm 59 now. I cycle and walk to keep fit. I am conscious when it comes to lifting and was told not to lift above 10kg. You definitely have to keep moving even with a herniated disc as it takes recovery longer.
It would generally be the same, the only difference is that you'll likely (but not always) get away with more of the errors compared with the L5/S1 injury. Although there will be some cases, like on a hip hinge where you could struggle more in different ways. With those with upper lumbar issues it is very common to have a degree of sway back posture so definitely be aware of that!
Cycling is something we recommend AGAINST - instead use your rehab as your focus and if you do it right they can be equivalent for cardio in short amount of time, and if you absolutely need to do the cardio cross trainer is going to be best first choice.
Ok thanks , good to know I’ll have break from biking . . Feel like when I’m cycling there’s no pain but still dull pain afterwards . Is walking 1-2 km ok ?
Also my job is a truck driver doing 12 hr shifts . Which I’m sitting at least 10 hrs a day driving . Am I wise to look for another job that doesn’t involve so much sitting.?
100% looking for something else but with that kind of shift you've got limited time for extra "Stuff" prioritise rehab work rather than extra cardio :) there will be time for that when you get a baseline of recovery :)
@@mckyv731 Really you need to be doing the right kind of rehab, if you do, it can start getting better pretty quick. If you don't it wont. that's why we did this video to help ensure the former :)
@@mckyv731 Cycling is something we recommend AGAINST - instead use your rehab as your focus and if you do it right they can be equivalent for cardio in short amount of time, and if you absolutely need to do the cardio cross trainer is going to be best first choice.
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I had a herniated disc L4 and L5 removed when I was 38 which stabilising by wire wrapped from L4 to L6. It took 6 months recovery. I do pilates 2 to 3 days a week with a few exercises in between. I have an issue with my left hip whih I am having physio for. He said my sciatica pain is coming from my SI joint. I am so glad I had the operation as my surgeon said that was my only option as the pain was getting so bad I couldn't walk in the mornings. I'm 59 now. I cycle and walk to keep fit. I am conscious when it comes to lifting and was told not to lift above 10kg. You definitely have to keep moving even with a herniated disc as it takes recovery longer.
Thanks for sharing! Hope you're on the mend now!
What if the disc herniation is at L2/L3? Would some/all of your advice/exercises differ?
It would generally be the same, the only difference is that you'll likely (but not always) get away with more of the errors compared with the L5/S1 injury. Although there will be some cases, like on a hip hinge where you could struggle more in different ways.
With those with upper lumbar issues it is very common to have a degree of sway back posture so definitely be aware of that!
I have never heard of sway back posture. What is it?
@@eddieloid Just think about the posture you'd adopt if carrying a heavy box you lean back to counterbalance :)
Disc herniation with isthmic spondolythesis ... what to do confused can you explain
IT's best to do what we talk about in this video, the masterclass is also a good starting point: th-cam.com/video/QIYFt7qQbJw/w-d-xo.html
Is walking a couple 1-2 km at an easy pace ok ?
If it causes no pain sure just make sure you focus on your rehab work :)
Is treadmill okay?
It's ok if it is flat but there are better things you could be using your time for rehab wise :)
Hi is cycling 10-20 km ok for herniated disc , trying to keep some sort of fitness.?
Cycling is something we recommend AGAINST - instead use your rehab as your focus and if you do it right they can be equivalent for cardio in short amount of time, and if you absolutely need to do the cardio cross trainer is going to be best first choice.
Ok thanks , good to know I’ll have break from biking . .
Feel like when I’m cycling there’s no pain but still dull pain afterwards .
Is walking 1-2 km ok ?
Also my job is a truck driver doing 12 hr shifts . Which I’m sitting at least 10 hrs a day driving . Am I wise to look for another job that doesn’t involve so much sitting.?
100% looking for something else but with that kind of shift you've got limited time for extra "Stuff" prioritise rehab work rather than extra cardio :) there will be time for that when you get a baseline of recovery :)
Are these movements safe for someone with si joint imbalance/pain ?
Yes, you might also want to check out this video on SIJ :) th-cam.com/video/kA78E046584/w-d-xo.html
@@BackInShapeProgram sounds good thank you
@@distortedimages Pleasure :)
My L3 & L4 are smashed together
Sorry to hear that - the bits in this video should help! Do check out the linked resources too for more support
Hi , how long is to long for herniated disc pain .? Be having trouble since January and think of getting injection to help with pain . Thanks
Hi , is cycling 10-20 km on flat road ok for herniated disc ?
Trying to keep some sort of fitness
@@mckyv731 Really you need to be doing the right kind of rehab, if you do, it can start getting better pretty quick. If you don't it wont. that's why we did this video to help ensure the former :)
@@mckyv731 Cycling is something we recommend AGAINST - instead use your rehab as your focus and if you do it right they can be equivalent for cardio in short amount of time, and if you absolutely need to do the cardio cross trainer is going to be best first choice.