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Mom, 58yo, has numb aching legs. diagnosed of bulging disc at her waist. one dr recommended her to rest in bed strictly for 6 weeks. sounds right?
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Prolonged bed rest: Without examination, we can't diagnose your mother's condition, but prolonged bed rest can put her at risk for deconditioning, muscle atrophy and blood clots (deep vein thrombosis or DVT).
Answered 2/17/2015
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