Have a Bulging Disc? What You Should Know

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have a back problem, don't feel alone. It isdegree this is still true. But, unfortunately, this is
estimated that 8 out of every 10 people in theone of the worst things you can do with a bulging
United states suffer from some sort of backdisc.
problem. In fact, it is the leading cause of workLet's look at the reasons why. First, when you lay
absence.around with a bulging disc injury, your body begins
First, let's explore what a bulging disc is, and thento develop scar tissue inside the injured disc in an
look at your best course of action when it comesattempt to heal itself. This only causes the disc to
to working and other activities.become weaker in the future, and more prone to
Of course, your ultimate goal is healing thefuture injuries and pain.
condition, but the best way to do it may surpriseHere's a good plan of attack when it comes to a
you. Inactivity is the worst choice. Depending onbulging disc injury:
your condition, the best course of action is simplyIf you work in an office and sit in a chair a lot,
going about your normal activities as much asyou need to get up and walk around every 30
possible while you are healing.minutes. Five minutes every half hour is a good
The reason for this is because if you becomestart. This goes a long way to promote healing
inactive, like laying around on the couch or in bed,without excessive scar tissue.