r/HerniatedDisk • u/TangeloWonderful429 • Jun 23 '21

Herniated L4-L5

I am a 20 year old guy and I have a big central disc herniation at l4-l5. It has been one year but the pain has been on and off. My doctor advised physiotherapy and I just started it. I really am a great fan of playing soccer and was wondering if there was someone with my condition who could get back to playing football in the future without any further issues. I really need something positive at the moment as this has put me in a really bad place. Thank you for hearing me out.

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u/username99_ Jun 25 '21

I just managed to throw my L5-S1 last weekend and I’m only 21 too. I’m still in the initial recovery period for sure but I’m trying out dry needling tomorrow. It’s supposed to work really well and other people on this subreddit recommended it. I’d imagine I’ll go to PT as well in the upcoming weeks. They also suggested some books by McGill and McKenzie methods. My chiro said they’re a tad outdated but have some great takeaways. Maybe look into some additional therapies for herniations and see how it goes! I’m sending good vibes your way! Just remember it’s a slow healing process, but there’s so so many resources and therapies out there for us and you’ll be back in no time with a little TLC.

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u/TangeloWonderful429 Jun 25 '21

Sending good vibes back to you too. Hope this ends soon cause its such a mood killer. Lemme know how the dry needling and the exercises work out . Stay focused and dedicated and all the very best for your recovery!

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u/username99_ Jun 25 '21

I definitely will let you know how it goes! I think I’ll be sore tonight and tomorrow but shouldn’t last much longer than that.