Archive for February 2012
Fixmybackdisc.com Disc protrusion – Herniated Disc Treatment – Back Pain
A herniated (or slipped) disc is expulsion in the spinal channel of a part of the intervertebral disc. This one being normally located in the space between two vertebras which he separates. A hernia occurs in 87 % cases at the level of the last lumbar vertebras: most often between vertebras L4 and L5 (4th and the 5th lumbar vertebra) as a consequence of a wrong movement or of a traumatism. This hernia can draw away a compression of roots at this level: bed of sciatic nerves. At Fixmybackdisc.com we can help you end your back pain problems. Visit us at http://www.fixmybackdisc.com
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Stretching sciatica exercises for a herniated disc: rise on elbows
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This exercise targets: sciatica pain caused by a herniated disc
For this exercise, you will need: an exercise mat
Lie down on the exercise mat, on your stomach, in a prone position. Prop your upper body up on your elbows, but make sure to keep your hips on the floor. People who suffer from sciatica pain from a herniated disc often cannot tolerate this position at first, so this movement should be performed slowly and carefully.
Tips:
Always consult your spine specialist before starting any type of stretches and exercises.
Perform extension exercises regularly, if possible every 2 hours, or follow the recommendations of your spine specialist.
Since bending over or bending forward counteracts the effects of extension exercises, people with a herniated disc should avoid doing this.
After doing stretching exercises, you should continue to perform exercises that will strengthen your lower back muscles and abdominals.
Strong lower back muscles and abdominals will help you prevent sciatica pain caused by a herniated disc.
Number of repetitions:
Start with holding the press-up position for 5 seconds per repetition. Repeat 10 times.
Gradually increase the press-up position to 30 seconds per repetition. Repeat 10 times.
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Back Surgery at Laser Spine Institute — Are You a Candidate?
Are you a candidate for back surgery at LSI? Visit http://www.laserspineinstitute.com to learn more.
Michael Perry, M.D., Medical Director of Laser Spine Institute, explains which patients are back surgery candidates for the center’s minimally invasive spine procedures. Conditions that can be treated at Laser Spine Institute include: herniated discs, bone spurs, scar tissue, spinal stenosis, foraminal stenosis and arthritis.
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