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Which excercises are helpfull or ok to carry out without harming myself since i have lumbar disc degenrative disease(l3-l4, l4-l5, l5-s1) with sciatica?
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Elliptical: Trainers and spin cycles for cardio and fixed weight machines such as nautilus for strength. Follow back strengthening exercises as instructed by a sports related physical therapist. This will minimize your risk of recurrent back pain. There is also some benefit to inversion tables but not without expert advice and direction.
Answered 9/12/2018
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