Can patients with lumbar disc herniation run?

There are actually many patients with lumbar disc herniation in life, which will have a great impact on their work and life. When the lumbar disc is herniated, you can run appropriately, but when the pain occurs, you should still pay attention to avoid strenuous exercise.

First: Can I still run if I have a herniated disc?

During the acute attack of lumbar disc herniation, you need to lie on a hard bed to rest and take certain treatment measures. During this period, running and other exercises are prohibited. If your low back pain symptoms have disappeared and the doctor agrees that you can run appropriately, then you can re-evaluate your previous running plan. In the early stages, you have to let your waist move under a smaller load, and you have to use appropriate waist protection equipment during running.

Second: Things to note when running with lumbar disc herniation

1. If the symptoms of low back pain have disappeared, you can try running. Be careful about the time you run. Start with 10 to 15 minutes of running and walking, and gradually increase the time and intensity until your body is fully adapted.

2. Hard road surfaces will cause greater impact on the spine. When running on soft surfaces, the pressure of each step is cushioned and in slightly different directions, which means that the wear and tear during running will be borne by more parts of the body, reducing the pressure on a single joint.

3. Do more back and waist muscle exercises during interval training. For example, "Flying Swallow" and "Five-Point Support Method". It's even easier to walk backwards. This way of walking can strengthen the waist and back muscles. Of course, you must pay attention to safety when walking and not fall down. Feiyan means lying flat on a wooden bed with your limbs and head off the ground. The opposite is called opisthotonos, which means using the limbs and head to support the body.

Third: How to treat early-stage lumbar disc herniation?

1. Avoid strenuous exercise and sitting for long periods of time. In particular, avoid bending over to do strenuous exercise or pick up objects. At the same time, sleep on a hard bed, and women should wear flat shoes to reduce the pressure on the intervertebral disc.

2. Protect your waist. Try to protect your waist with a waist protector in daily life. This can not only reduce damage to the waist, but also keep you warm.

3. Massage. Massage can relieve muscle spasms and reduce pressure between lumbar discs. But it should be noted that not all patients with lumbar disc herniation are suitable for relief by massage. So be sure to choose a regular hospital.