Chiropractors/Disc

Advertisement


Question
Dr. O'Brien, I have a herniated disc on the L5 and I am fixting to start mountain biking again.Havent riden since injury and I am curious what I might expect. Any suggestions?

Answer
Hello Curt,

   Depends if you are fully healed.  If the low back is still sore you may want to start off very slow.  Short 1/2 hour ride to see how you feel the next day, ice and no heat after you ride.  If you have not already, start looking at those full-suspension mountain bikes---they will save your back!!

Watch out for those roots!
Dr. Brendond O'Brien D.C.

Chiropractors

All Answers


Answers by Expert:


Ask Experts

Volunteer


Dr. Brendon J. O`Brien, D.C.

Expertise

Questions related to: Chiropractic, Physical Therapy, Soft Tissue Treatment, Nutrition, Acupuncture, and the integration of Chinese and Western medicine.

Experience

Dr. O'Brien is a highly skilled doctor of Chiropractic who has come to Minneapolis, Minnesota from Rochester, Minnesota. Dr. O'Brien has a extensive knowledge of sports related injuries and myofascial conditions. Dr. O'Brien has competed in Judo, Mountain Biking, Road Cycling, Free-Style Skiing, Cross-Country Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, and continues to compete in Mountain Biking, Road Cycling, and Cross-Country Skiing.

Education/Credentials
D.C., Certified Acupuncturist in Minnesota.

©2012 About.com, a part of The New York Times Company. All rights reserved.