Hi,
I had a slip and fall and took a MRI. It showed a herniated disc between L4 and L5 with nerve compression on the L4 left side. OK , I have read the beginning of the book but I have not done the rebuilding part yet. What I would like to know is the following: What have been your experiences with NSAIDS and/or natural supplementation to reduce the swelling and spasms. I don't like to take drugs but.........................
I have stopped jogging and doing yoga and doing calistehtics due to chronic back pain, any opinions? Finally how important is the type of bed I sleep on?
Thanks
John
Exercise and supplements for Herniated Disc L4-L5 with nerve
Hi John,
Welcome to the group.
You didn't mention how long ago you injured your back, but it sounds like it's been over a week.
Dean has a good artilce on MRI's and back pain called, Abnormalities are Normal
As far as the NSAIDS are concerned, I have not tried them personally so I can't comment. I do believe they have their place when a doctor thinks they will help. Always follow their advice.
I've found garlic is a good natural pain reducer but it's not a panacea.
Bill
Welcome to the group.
You didn't mention how long ago you injured your back, but it sounds like it's been over a week.
Dean has a good artilce on MRI's and back pain called, Abnormalities are Normal
As far as the NSAIDS are concerned, I have not tried them personally so I can't comment. I do believe they have their place when a doctor thinks they will help. Always follow their advice.
I've found garlic is a good natural pain reducer but it's not a panacea.
Bill
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jayjoseph
Thak to bill
Hi Bill,
Thanks for welcoming me to the forum. You mentioned garlic but I was wondering if you eat it naturally or take it in pill form/ Also, could you share what worked for you and what did not work for you. I have had back spasms off and on for the last year and a half. The MRI in May showed a herniation with nerve compression. I plan on finishing the Rebuild Your Back Book and then creating a program. I am interested in learning what to do and also what not to do which could further aggravate the back. Thanks again
John
Thanks for welcoming me to the forum. You mentioned garlic but I was wondering if you eat it naturally or take it in pill form/ Also, could you share what worked for you and what did not work for you. I have had back spasms off and on for the last year and a half. The MRI in May showed a herniation with nerve compression. I plan on finishing the Rebuild Your Back Book and then creating a program. I am interested in learning what to do and also what not to do which could further aggravate the back. Thanks again
John