I've had a L4-5 fusion with rods added. Would like to get involved in a sport but am concerned about injuring my back.
2006-06-15 06:21:48 · 13 answers · asked by Val R 1 in Health ➔ Other - Health
You need 'in water' Tai Chi.... Badly, my friend.
Or even plain Tai Chi.
Then, work your way up to gentle swimming.
Think of the pool as your best friend!
of course, professional advice is best.
2006-06-15 06:24:09 · answer #1 · answered by ? 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
any non- heavy contact sport, I agree, swimming, golf, speed walking, etc... having had 2 lower back surgeries with rods inserted along with cervical neck surgery with a plate and cage inserted, I know what your going thru. But as is always, any sport no matter who low impact can hurt you now. A sneeze can re-injure your back. Lifting a loaf of bread and twisting the wrong way can injure you. Just do stretching excersizes and stay limber, and becareful.
2006-06-15 06:30:01 · answer #2 · answered by jtracer48 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Swimming
2006-06-15 06:24:48 · answer #3 · answered by Sugar Magnolia 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Swimming.
2006-06-15 06:27:47 · answer #4 · answered by timberghost61 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tennis might be ok once your back heals a bit!
you do stretch and jump around but probably one of the lightest sports there is
2006-06-15 06:25:56 · answer #5 · answered by bmxcollections 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pool
2006-06-15 06:24:54 · answer #6 · answered by WDarling 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm no medical expert by any means, but how about swimming? They say that swimming is very easy on your joints, etc. You should ask your doctor for *real* advice, though!
2006-06-15 06:25:37 · answer #7 · answered by jengirl9 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try competative walking - with yourself. It is and always has been the safest 'sport', and with so many walkers now, you can likely join a group that fits your pattern/personality.
2006-06-15 06:26:43 · answer #8 · answered by Smaug Newton 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
swimming is no impact and yet will strentghen and relax your muscles - plus you won't get sweaty! If you can't swim, then just run in place under water or do jumping jacks, etc. while in the water.
2006-06-15 06:25:53 · answer #9 · answered by island3girl 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
umm walking is good because u wont hurt your back..i recommend tennis..wear the right shoes and play for about an hour it will keep u in shape and not mess you all up after surgery..
2006-06-15 06:25:51 · answer #10 · answered by sammy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋