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Can Heavy Weights Be Lifted While Having Protrusion On L3, L4 And L5?
I have a protrusion on my L3, L4 and L5. What are some of my effects? Because I have pain that shots down my left leg, with sharp pins and needles feeling. My left leg gets swollen when standing to long and feel numb. Should I still be working in a warehouse and letting boxes that weight 30 to 40 lbs?
Mon, 13 Oct 2014
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You should avoid lifting heavy objects with disc protrusion.
You symptoms suggest nerve compression due to disc prolapse.
This condition can be managed by both conservative or surgical means.
You should try to shift your job and avoid jobs that require lifting heavy objects because it may aggravate your problems.
Firstly,you should try physiotherapy and medicines like pregabalin.
Get well soon.
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You should avoid lifting heavy objects with disc protrusion.
You symptoms suggest nerve compression due to disc prolapse.
This condition can be managed by both conservative or surgical means.
You should try to shift your job and avoid jobs that require lifting heavy objects because it may aggravate your problems.
Firstly,you should try physiotherapy and medicines like pregabalin.
Get well soon.
Take Care
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