Question 1

how can i lift weights without straining my back?

Accepted Answer

Personal Trainer: A well qualified personal trainer could instruct you on proper lifting techniques.  As with any new exercise program, start low, go slow and build fron there.  If you over do it, back off on the weight you ae lifting and increase your reps.

Question 2

can you lift weights every day without causing unhealthy strain or injury?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Just make sure that you are alternating muscle groups

Question 3

after getting made fun of by one of the docs, i will re-phrase my q. are there any ways to safely lift weights to tone underarms without neck strain?

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My apologies: Our intention here is not to make fun, but to teach. Remember on the internet tone is  not included in the words. This question, now is much more clear. Thank you. Yes. Of course. But, it may require a medically sensitive trainer to work with you to find the exact weight, balance , and posture  you need. If I knew where you live I  could possibly recommend someone.

Question 4

i used to go to the gym and lift weights but i feel discomfort and the ct shows a small umbilical hernia of 0.5cm only herniating while straining ... what should i do and can i go to the gym ?

Accepted Answer

: You can wear a protective belt over it before lifting. But if there is increase in size or pain you will need it to be repaired. Avoid sudden heavy exertions

Question 5

after working out, i have strained my right forearm and can't lift a lot of weight (~30 lbs) without feeling lots of tension. how can i get back to normal?

Accepted Answer

Time/massage: time will heal, massage the area with a lacrosse ball, drink lots of water and stick to lighter weights or exercises that do not directly use the forearms.

Question 6

hello, i had got lumbar strain caused by weight lifting, there is swelling around the area since a month when will i be able to train again.

Accepted Answer

Recommend PT: If you were injured one month ago, and still have issues, this first needs to be treated and stabilized.  An experienced physical therapist can not only make your problems decline, but can guide your resumption of exercise in a safe and sensible fashion.  Do NOT restart until you have had a prudent direction.

Question 7

i have sacralization l5 but had no pain until i lift heavy weight a week ago. the pain is very mild on difen b12. could be serious or a muscle strain?

Accepted Answer

Strain: as long as your symptoms are improving it is likely that it is just a spring and will hopefully continue to improve. it is important to remember however that with sacral isation leave biomechanics are not normal and extension strengthening exercises for your back would help.

Question 8

can physical strain on the spine from physical work (lifting, construction site) or lifting weights (breast press) compress the spine so that you grow less?

Accepted Answer

Physical stress ?'s: Exercise as described will not affect growth, but excessive weights could cause vertebral disc herniation.

Question 9

hurt my lower back just above tail bone lifting weights on saturday. really tightened up as day went on. sunday morning was really tough getting out out of bed. loosens up with activity. i notice a strain in buttock and little below when i drive.

Accepted Answer

Back pain: I strongly recommend you go to a facility where your back problems will be discussed and management suggested.
There are many programs that will help you minimize your back pain and keep it that way.

Question 10

my son, 33, works out,w/covid-19,gyms are closed so purchased at home weights,
seems to always be injured now,shoulder, back,minor strains,now armpit hurting him, should i worry something serious,no swelling or lumps, hurts only w certain movements?

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Workouts.:  Actually, would encourage him to take a break from the home weights to allow these areas to recover. The number of injuries he has suggest that he might not be properly trained in use of his new weights.  Even though you might not want to have a personal trainer in the home, there are sites on line which can show him how to use the weights correctly

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After getting made fun of by one of the docs, i will re-phrase my q. are there any ways to safely lift weights to tone underarms without neck strain?

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I used to go to the gym and lift weights but i feel discomfort and the ct shows a small umbilical hernia of 0.5cm only herniating while straining ... what should i do and can i go to the gym ?

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After working out, i have strained my right forearm and can't lift a lot of weight (~30 lbs) without feeling lots of tension. how can i get back to normal?

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Hello, i had got lumbar strain caused by weight lifting, there is swelling around the area since a month when will i be able to train again.

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I have sacralization l5 but had no pain until i lift heavy weight a week ago. the pain is very mild on difen b12. could be serious or a muscle strain?

A member asked:

Can physical strain on the spine from physical work (lifting, construction site) or lifting weights (breast press) compress the spine so that you grow less?

A member asked:

Hurt my lower back just above tail bone lifting weights on saturday. really tightened up as day went on. sunday morning was really tough getting out out of bed. loosens up with activity. i notice a strain in buttock and little below when i drive.

A member asked:

My son, 33, works out,w/covid-19,gyms are closed so purchased at home weights, seems to always be injured now,shoulder, back,minor strains,now armpit hurting him, should i worry something serious,no swelling or lumps, hurts only w certain movements?

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