Is it possible to exercise with a herniated cervical disc?
Dr. Iman Etsami
TehranDoctor of Chiropractic
Is it possible to exercise with a cervical disc protrusion?
The answer to this question is definitely positive. Without exercise, not only the spine but the whole body suffers. The important thing is to choose the right exercise and perform it correctly and observe the gradual progress in the intensity of physical activity. For example, walking, hydrotherapy and swimming help the patient to return to the former activities.
In general, it can be said that combat sports and sports with the risk of severe blows to Spine are (like football) for people with Exclusion Neck discs are not suitable. If a person follows such sports professionally and abandoning it means losing his job or an important part of his life, he should know that although continuing this sport may be a health threat, he may be able to continue this sport with gradual and correct strengthening of the neck muscles. Of course, returning to professional sports is usually possible within 9 months to 1 year, provided that the principles of gradual muscle strengthening are followed.
For a full clinical examination, visit and consultation in the field of chiropractic treatment (spine and joint pains, lumbar disc herniation and Neck, sciatica pain, muscle cramps and Dr. Iman Etsami, chiropractic specialist from America contact.