Can anyone give me info on a bulging disk in the lower back?
www.espine.com/herniateddisc.html
www.spineuniverse.com/displayarticle.php/article437.html
www.wisegeek.com/what-is-a-bulging-disk.htm
Bulging, ruptured, disc are all the same thing, what it means is that some of the cushiony material between the vertebrae has leaked out of the disc space and is sort of a bubble at the side of the vertebrae; and consequently the vertebrae is compressing because of loss of some of the cushiony stuff – the vertebrae can then sit on the spinal cord causing pain, numbness and discomfort to various parts of the body, depending upon what level it is compressed.
There are any number of ways to help it heal including rest, getting off your feet, certain exercises to strengthen both your back and stomach muscles. As stomach muscle play an important roll in helping the back (like the riggings of a ship). The stomach and back muscles must work together to ensure that you stay upright and that your back is strong. Also it can be bad enough that the doctors suggests a laminectomy or in very severe cases involving several levels of the back maybe even a fusion.
I hope this helps.
EDIT: Don’t do any exercises that are not approved by your doctor of physical therapist including pilates. The exercises approved are the only ones that will not do more harm to your back muscles and your vertebrae. Check it out with your doctor. Leg lifts are especially good, but must be done properly. A list of the appropriate muscles that have been approved is as follows: but please CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE PERFORMING ANY EXERCISE.
General Instructions
The low back exercise program is a series of stretching exercises and strengthening exercises prescribed by your physician for your medical condition. The purpose of this exercise program is to improve the flexibility and strength of your trunk musculatures essential for your low back care.
By following this program on a regular basis, you will see improvements in your posture, work endurance and athletic performance. The exercises in this booklet will not irritate your back or neck when done properly. Perform each exercise at a slow pace at least once a day, everyday. If there is pain, stop.
Carefully follow the instructions and do only those exercises that have been recommended to you. If you experience any discomfort other than muscle soreness, slow down the pace or decrease the number of repetitions. Should pain persist, discontinue exercises and contact your physician immediately.
The Exercises
Knee to Chest
Pelvic Tilt
Hip Rolling
Pelvic Lift
Lower Abdominal Exercises
Curl Ups
Cat and Camel
Tail Wagging
Hip Extension
Hand-Knee Rocking
Lying Prone in Extension
Press Up
Back Extension
Arm Lifts
Hip Extension
Knee Push Up
Push Up
Trunk Rotation
Full Back Release
Upper Back Stretch
Side Bending
Backward Bending
Pectoralis Stretch
These are listed and you can get the booklet describing these exercises at the following:
www.nismat.org/orthocor/programs/lowback.html
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