Question 1

what exercises can i do if i have a back injury?

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Core: You first do want to make sure that if you have injured your back you do not do exercises that will aggravate it.  That being said, most exercises for the back involve a gentle stretching program followed by a strengthening program of the core muscles that support the back and pelvis. Thank you for your question.

Question 2

some low impact cardio exercises i can do if i have a back injury?

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See below: Have your doctor refer you to a physical therapist to teach you these exercises.

Question 3

i have a low back injury and would like to start an exercise program. what is a safe program to do?

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A lot!: Lifestyle changes are important like not smoking, weight control with regular exercise.   You can use medication if no contraindications, try a back support, & activity modification.  If no better, then see your doctor for further evaluation and treatment. Exercise can include walking, elliptical and stairmaster machines to start and then increase it along with gentle stretching and core strength.

Question 4

best exercises to prevent lower back injury while weight training?

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Work with a trainer: There are no specific exercises that will prevent a lower back injury.  If you are doing an aggressive program, it is best to work with a trainer or have your program directed by a physical therapist, professionals who are trained to monitor muscle usage and strain.  In general, temper your weight program with stretching and flexibility activities and monitor muscle tightness and spasm.

Question 5

what kind of exercise can i do with a lower back injury and a serious knee injury, especially when i didn't get any surgery?

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Aquatherapy or : Exercising in a pool and swimming is probably the safest way with the guidance of your physician.

Question 6

does back injury affect growth?

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No: No but if there is neurologic involvement it may affect muscle bulk.   A fusion surgery over several levels to treat a back injury involving fractures and or spinal instability can lead to shorter stature or height if done in a youth still growing.

Question 7

what symptoms suggest back injury?

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Depends: Depends on the severity of the injury bachache, radicular pain  if a nerve is pinched all the way up to the bladder and bowl symptoms. There is no spinal cord at the lower back level, only nerve roots but higher up can cause spinal cord problems with important sensory and motor symptoms.

Question 8

how do i stretch or treat a back injury?

Accepted Answer

If: If back pain is worse with activity & better with rest, does not affect your sleep & is not associated with any weight loss, fever, chills or sweats then you can try some things otherwise see a doctor. First, stop smoking if you do so. Start exercising daily including stretching & cardio workouts which can be a fast walk to begin with but start slowly.  Otc meds may help as well as a back support.

Question 9

how can i get my back injury to heal faster?

Accepted Answer

Physical therapy: Active physical therapy and nsaid's (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications) are the mainstains of treatment for routine back injuries.

Question 10

can a person work out again after back injury?

Accepted Answer

Exercise is good: Depending on the type of back injury, it can be good to workout after the injury.  However, you need to consult with an orthopedic surgeon to known for sure when and what regimen you should use.

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What kind of exercise can i do with a lower back injury and a serious knee injury, especially when i didn't get any surgery?

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