Lower back pain from a Herniated disc
By moneymommy
@moneymommy (3418)
United States
February 5, 2009 8:53am CST
I hurt my back in October and I'm not even sure how I did it. It took me almost 2 months to be able to walk or sit without pain. I have been pretty much pain free since then. Yesterday as I was sitting here at my desk typing. The back pain started to come back. Could I have hurt it again without knowing? I didn't lift anything. These back issues are very troubling and I don't want to end up with a permanent injury. Do you think sitting could injure your back?
2 responses
@savypat (20216)
• United States
5 Feb 09
posture is the question, it's not sitting by it's self it's how you sit. What I would do if I were you and I was, I'd get a Yoga tape or join a class, you need all those stretches and relaxation to keep your back strong.
@moneymommy (3418)
• United States
6 Feb 09
Well my posture isnt the best. I know streching would be a good idea. Maybe I will try some yoga.
@jbosari (155)
• United States
6 Feb 09
Oh please take good care of your back! I went through a terrible time with a herniated disc that was pressing down on my sciatic nerve. Eventually I was physically unable to stand up straight because the muscles on that side were shrinking (nerves give your muscles nutrients too). I was very lucky to find an excellent surgeon and am now very well.
The most important thing I do to keep my back healthy is to keep my core healthy. This means physical therapy exercises that are targeted and maintaining strong abdominals. Stretching is also important, but the abdominals are key. Be very mindful of the way you are lifting things. Always keep your knees slightly bent and your stomach muscles flexed when you are lifting. Good luck and stay healhty!
@jase1170 (12)
•
18 Feb 09
well i done my back in nearly 3 years ago now due to a child car seat ,getting my son out of the car and its been getting worse since that day,well im now booked in for a spinal fusion next week im scared stiff,but ive tried every other thing the doctors have thrown at me,ive got two herniated discs and pressing on my sciatic nerve its painful.i start to wobble side to side if im on my feet for too long,but sitting is just as bad,well ive been to the physio again had treatment and on 24 tablets aday for pain,ive tried 3 injections and the 2nd one made me worse.well ive been put off once for operation but i dont see no other way forward now i just hope it will be a success.
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