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Can Extension Exercises Be Done When Treating Sciatica And Lower Back Pain?

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Posted on Tue, 7 Apr 2015
Question: I am 51. Waterskier. have slight sciatica and occasional quick pain in lower back when twisting. Had mri showing some disc bulging. Am doing extension exercises. Is this a good idea???
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Sudhir Kumar (49 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Yes back extension excercises are good .

Detailed Answer:

Hi
Thanks for your query

I'm Dr Sudhir Kumar

I have gone through your query and understand your concern.You are having some sciatica with MRI showing some disc bulging. During episodes of pain you are advised rest in lateral position with both hip and knee slightly flexed. Analgesic such as ibuprofen are useful for pain relief. Mecobalamine is helpful in recovery of neuralgia. Back excercises ( flexion and extension) are good and advisable. It is also advised to avoid strenuous activity during sciatica period so that it doesn't deteriorate further.

You can discuss with your doctor about it.

Hope your query get answered. If you have any clarification then I will be happy to help you.

Wishing you a good health.
Take care.
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Can Extension Exercises Be Done When Treating Sciatica And Lower Back Pain?

Brief Answer: Yes back extension excercises are good . Detailed Answer: Hi Thanks for your query I'm Dr Sudhir Kumar I have gone through your query and understand your concern.You are having some sciatica with MRI showing some disc bulging. During episodes of pain you are advised rest in lateral position with both hip and knee slightly flexed. Analgesic such as ibuprofen are useful for pain relief. Mecobalamine is helpful in recovery of neuralgia. Back excercises ( flexion and extension) are good and advisable. It is also advised to avoid strenuous activity during sciatica period so that it doesn't deteriorate further. You can discuss with your doctor about it. Hope your query get answered. If you have any clarification then I will be happy to help you. Wishing you a good health. Take care.