Hello good evening.
You are a 29 year old female with pain in the lower back which increases with weight lifting and forward bending
L1-L2 lumbar level shows significant disc bulge which is pressing over nerve root causing pain
Please a answer a few questions
1) is the pain radiating to any of your limbs?
2) any tingling, numbness or shock like sensation in your legs
3) how many metres can you walk without experiencing pain?
4) any difficulty in passing urine or stools
5)do you feel any loss of sensation in the lower limbs?
Yes since your age is less, we need to push surgery forward as much as possible.
We need to try and manage conservatively.
Danger signs- increasing pain, pain going to the legs, tingling and numbness, weakness, loss of sensation, difficulty in passing urine and stools.
Next Steps
Keep in mind the danger signs i have explained.
1) strictly avoid lifting heavy weight, forward bending, 2wheeler travel
2) physiotherapy and exercises is a must, you need to strengthen your back muscles
3) lifestyle modification.
Health Tips
This type of condition
The main goal of conservative management is to prevent it from worsening even more.
Complete cure is only by surgery.
Some people may be symptom free for many years with proper exercises and lifestyle management
Book appointment with me or consult nearest Orthopedic surgeon.