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Lower back pain
Hi. Pls advise about the attached MRI report. I am going thru physiotherapy from past 1 week and results are ok. But few times pain is recurring when i travel in bike after wearing LS belt also. Pain is random while resting at home also. Pls let me know how worse is my report and whats the best solution
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Your MRI shows mildâmoderate disc changes, not serious.
Pain flare-ups (especially during bike rides or even at rest) are common and expected in this stage.
ð Good news: Physiotherapy will work well for youâif it is properly tailored to your condition.
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Detailed physiotherapy assessment is MUST to rule out root cause & customize treatment Continue physio, but ensure it is condition-specific, not generic Avoid activities increasing pain beyond tolerance (especially bike riding for now) Book an appointment for a systematic, structured rehab plan for faster recovery
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Donât chase temporary reliefâfocus on -- correct movement ,posture correction, spinal mobility exercises , strengthening and stretching exercises respectively , electric stimulation, stability ð Right treatment + right progression = long-term recovery along with pain control
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As per your MRI findings add spinal extension exercises.
Avoid long sitting
No forward bending
Biking can give you jerks
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Spinal strengthening exercises
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Consultation me online for proper exercises Protocols.
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Continue with physio sessions and do back strengthening exercises.
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Your MRI shows mild-to-moderate Lumbar Disc Bulge at L3-L4 and L4-L5 with mild nerve irritation. The good part is that you are already responding to physiotherapy, which is a positive sign.
Pain during bike travel and prolonged posture is common in such cases and usually improves gradually with proper rehab.
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Continue physiotherapy regularly
✔ Avoid long bike rides, bending & jerky movements
✔ Focus on core strengthening and posture correction
✔ LS belt only for limited support, not continuous use
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At present, this appears manageable conservatively, and most patients improve well with a structured physiotherapy program.
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Reports indicate a sacralization of your L5 vertebra. You mentioned experiencing recurring discomfort while cycling, despite consistent physiotherapy sessions and the use of orthotic support. The primary objective of physiotherapy in this context is to enhance muscle strength and provide internal spinal support. While exercises contribute to internal support, relying on an LS belt can render these muscles inactive, as external support then assumes their function.
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stop using ls belt for more time, wear it when it's needed most during hectic work
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maintain the exercises what you told if you've any other doubts feel free to consult
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Dr. Neetu Rathi (PT)
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Disc bulge is the problem visible in the report.but to solve the problem you need to solve the root cause of the problem that is pelvic misalignment and muscle imbalance.
So better you consult the chiropractor, osteopath, physiotherapist to solve the problem.
It will be the permanent solution. For more details connect us directly
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this report does not look like a severe spine condition, it does shows mild to moderate mechanical and nerve root irritation.
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avoid lifting heavy weights, prolonged sitting, take breaks in between while working- take a small walk and continue with your physio sessions. it will take some time for you to be painfree.
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be consiswte3nt with your exercises altleast do it twice a day
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Dr. Avijit Das (PT)
Sports and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist
4 yrs exp
Kolkata
Hi please take an online consultation for best diagnosis and treatment
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According to report its not possible to give correct treatment
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Rest
Postural care
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Ms. Shefali Gandotra (PT)
Physiotherapist
20 yrs exp
Jammu
Best solution includes to maintain a good posture along with back exercises. Frequent rest periods in between work.
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Avoid sitting for longer periods of time
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Avoid lifting heavyweights and avoid forward, bending
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Dr. Afsa Rafiq (PT)
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Srinagar
Avoid Foward bending
Consult online for better treatment and diagnosis
Maintain posture
Do hot water fomentation
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Will give exercise
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