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I was operated from a herniated disc l4 l5 a year ago what sports can i do?
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If you have made a : Full recovery and have no symptoms as well as rehabilitated appropriately , you have no real restrictions . However, sports that involve repetitive flexion and rotation may place you at a higher risk of recurrence. Weight lifting competitively would not be recommended, it is important that you keep your core strong and body flexible while maintaining good cardio endurance , .
Answered 3/26/2013
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It depend: What kind problem you had and what kind treatment you had. Let us assume you disc was partially taken out, you had good recovery and physical therapy i believe you could do any sport you want and capable of doing.
Answered 2/16/2013
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