A member asked:

I had a microdisecktomy for a slipped disc in my l5s1 2 weeks ago. i feel quite tired after short walks. is this expected?should i be pushing myself?

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Dr. David Lundin answered

Specializes in Neurosurgery

Not reccomended: Light walking is recommended after disk surgery for the first 6 weeks to prevent re-injury which is most common during that period of time. Fatigue is common after surgery and generally improves.

Answered 5/23/2015

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