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Disc bulge problem
I have disc bulge in l3-l4 , I m suffering it from last 4 months , now disc pain again irritating .. what should I do now ? Can I do Meckenzie exercises or other ones ?
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You should to start physiotherapy treatment and strength exercise of spine
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Bulged disc can be,pushed back to normal place,with manual therapy. Try it, good luck.
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Yes You Can Start Mackenzie Exercises As It's Good for Spine.
But if it's From Long Time & Reoccurring Again and Again, You Can Take Online Consultation for it To Get A Second Openion About The Right Exercises According to Your Problem.
It's Always Better to Do A Video Examination of The Patient Before Prescribing Him The Right Exercises, As it's Difficulty Designed for Every Patient.
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First try to concentrate on reducing pain. After reducing of pain then start with stretching and sttengthening exercises. Ofcourse meckenzie exercises will also help you in recovering from disc bulge. Take Physio treatment for atleast 15 days.
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You should start Physiotherapy treatment as soon as possible .Meckenzie exercises gives good result in disc bulge problems so please go for it .
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Once you pain reduces you need to strengthen your back muscles and follow a routine home exercise program prescribed by the therapist.Also postural correction exercises and ergonomic advice for work place is also must if you have a long sitting job
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Avoid bending forward directly , lifting heavy weights, prolong sitting
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Yes, these exercises will be helpfull for you.
Avoid forward bending and sitting for too long.
And start physio treatment as soon as possible.
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Physiotherapy treatment as soon as possible.
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Ms. Komal Jagtap Gaonkar (PT)
Physiotherapist
15 yrs exp
Mumbai
Yes there are spinal exercises for disc buldge. You can do Mackenzie also.
But need to complete proper session to see the best results.
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Mr. Nitin Kumar Arora (PT)
Physiotherapist
8 yrs exp
Delhi
You need a comprehensive assessment followed by a proper treatment plan.
You can refer to this. https://youtu.be/94rbubspsy0
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