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I just discovered a ~5mm l5-s1 hernia. i workout moderately at the gym 4 times/week-1h. is it true that flexing is bad in my case? how about crunches?
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Disc herniation?: While flexing is thought to potentially increase risk of worsening a disc herniation.. It is not necessarily bad; especially if it isn't causing you more pain. I would be cautious with squatting exercises and recommend working on core strength (back/abdominals). Over overdoing repetitive flexion activities in the gym if possible as a precaution. Learn a Mckenzie program. Hope that helps!
Answered 6/11/2017
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