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How Serious An Issue Are Herniated Disks In Lower Back Shown In MRI?
i recently had a mri and it showed that i had 3 herniated or bulging disks in my lower back and my left leg suddenly drags behind my right leg which in turn causes my left leg to give way and i fall to the floor. what can be done about this serious problem and i am 75 years old
Thu, 2 Jan 2014
As you have 3 herniated discs and disk bulging it needs to be properly managed by your orthopedic surgeon and you also need to follow some precaution like:
1. Avoid lifting heavy weight
2.Avoid bending forward or backward
3.Avoid any jerky movement that can further damage your spinal cord.
4.Use firm mattress or bed and avoid soft bedding.
Besides this please consult a physiotherapist for some conservative management
with best wishes
Dr Chowhan
1. Avoid lifting heavy weight
2.Avoid bending forward or backward
3.Avoid any jerky movement that can further damage your spinal cord.
4.Use firm mattress or bed and avoid soft bedding.
Besides this please consult a physiotherapist for some conservative management
with best wishes
Dr Chowhan
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