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6 weeks after L5-S1 microdiscectomy

Hi, I am post 6 weeks after my L5-S1 minimally invasive microdiscectomy surgery. I am feeling better and have some soreness/cramps in my muscles esp. in the hamstrings and calf area. If I walk for some time I have some soreness in my lower back. Other than walking I am doing nothing and no physiotherapy yet. My doctor told me that I can start driving carefully after 1 week but I haven't tried since I was afraid of the road and traffic. I was restricted to do bending, twisting and sitting more than 30 minutes but it was not mentioned till when I have to restrict myself. I am following the same pattern from day 1 post surgery except there is some increment in walking distances. I want an advise on when I can start my normal life (excluding exercises) which will not have an impact. Also I am rejoining back to my office after my 8 weeks post surgery. So please advise on the do's and don'ts at this moment. I am 94 kg male with moderate physical activity before surgery.

103 fever in every 6 hrs with shivering

Having fever with shivering from last four days, plz suggest medicines, feeling very week, reports uploaded. Past treatment:lupus, osteoporosis, Hrepes Zoster, motor plexopathy right side.

Painful feet and numbness in toes

I went abroad to Holland and done a fair bit of walking (around 5-6miles) within 24hrs. My feet were aching and I did continue to walk on them while away. Last night my largest toes on both feet were completely numb for around 12hrs now in left with extremely painful feet although I do feel as though I should ache but not to this extent

Shin Splints

I think I got shin splints and then took 6 weeks off. I started running a week ago and a done a few runs since and my legs have started hurting again. I am wondering whether it was actually shin splint and something worse.

Catch lifted 64 kegs

Lifted up 64 kg weight and there was sudden catch taking physiotherapist treatment since 1 week but Left side rib down side pain. And Stomach down side abdomen left side and backside also still pains . Stomach n ribs left side burning doctor saying it will reduce but still not

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The Pain Was in My Leg - the Problem Was in My Back: What Chronic Back Pain Patients Get Wrong

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Thumb Pain While Lifting? Get Your Grip Back

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Flat Feet & Sports Injuries: The Hidden Link Behind Performance Problems

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Why Every Women Should Consider Strength Training Afer 35 Years

It's Not Just About Weight Loss!When most women think about exercise, they often think about weight loss, cardio, or becoming slimmer. However, one of the most beneficial forms of exercise for women's health is often overlooked: strength training.Strength training is not just for athletes or ...

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