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Can I Do Push-Ups with a Herniated Disc

Is It Safe to Do Push-Ups when You Have a Herniated Disc?

on February 25, 2026 | By Barricaid
Push-ups with a herniated disc are generally not recommended during the acute phase of injury, but modified variations may be safe once initial pain subsides and with proper medical clearance. The traditional push-up position places ...
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How Common Is Discectomy Surgery

How Often Is Discectomy Performed as a Surgical Procedure?

on February 23, 2026 | By Barricaid
Discectomy surgery is one of the most frequently performed spinal procedures in the United States, with more than 300,000 operations conducted each year. This procedure ranks among the top surgical interventions for back and neck problems, ...
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What Are the Odds of Getting Sciatica

How Common Is Sciatica and Who Is Most at Risk?

on February 20, 2026 | By Barricaid
The odds of getting sciatica range from about 10 to 40 percent over a lifetime, depending on age, activity level, and underlying spinal health. This means roughly one in five adults experiences it at some point, making sciatica a ...
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Does Reherniation Require Surgery

Is Surgery Always Necessary when a Disc Reherniates?

on February 18, 2026 | By Barricaid
Is Surgery Always Necessary when a Disc Reherniates?
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Will Numbness Go Away after Microdiscectomy

Does Numbness Resolve Following Microdiscectomy Surgery?

on February 16, 2026 | By Barricaid
Most patients experience significant improvement or complete resolution of numbness within months following microdiscectomy surgery. The compressed nerve requires time to heal once pressure is relieved, and recovery progresses gradually ...
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What Is the Cobra Pose for a Herniated Disc

Can You Safely Practice Cobra Pose with a Herniated Disc?

on February 13, 2026 | By Barricaid
Cobra Pose (Bhujangasana) is a gentle backbend that can benefit a herniated disc (also known as a slipped disc or ruptured disc) when performed with proper modifications and medical clearance. This yoga posture strengthens the spinal ...
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How Long Will the Back Be Sore after a Microdiscectomy

How Long Does Back Soreness Last Following Microdiscectomy Surgery?

on February 11, 2026 | By Barricaid
Most patients experience back soreness for several weeks following microdiscectomy surgery, with the most intense discomfort occurring during the initial recovery period as the surgical incision heals. The severity and duration of ...
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Can Sitting Reherniate a Disc

Can Prolonged Sitting Cause a Disc to Reherniate after Recovery?

on February 9, 2026 | By Barricaid
Yes, sitting can contribute to disc reherniation. Prolonged sitting increases pressure on spinal discs by up to 90 percent compared to standing, which stresses healing or previously herniated discs. Poor posture, extended sitting duration, ...
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How Much Weight Can I Lift after a Microdiscectomy

What Are the Safe Weight Lifting Limits Following Microdiscectomy Surgery?

on February 6, 2026 | By Barricaid
Recovering from a microdiscectomy can raise many questions about when you can return to your normal activities, particularly when it comes to lifting weights and heavy objects. This minimally invasive spinal surgery is designed to relieve ...
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What Is the Success Rate of an L5-S1 Microdiscectomy

How Successful Are Microdiscectomy Procedures for L5-S1 Disc Herniation?

on February 4, 2026 | By Barricaid
Lower back pain stemming from a herniated disc between the fifth lumbar vertebra and first sacral vertebra can be debilitating, affecting every aspect of daily life. When conservative treatments fail to provide relief, many patients ...
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