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Can you do ab exercises with fused l back?

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Dr. SG Erman answered

Yes: Once you are cleared by your surgeon and/or physical therapy, you may do core strengthening exercises. Depending on the level of the fusion, there may need to be some modifications as to how you perform the exercises. See your pt.

Answered 7/9/2012

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