Cycling after a slipped disc Cycling offers both advantages and disadvantages for the back and intervertebral discs. The regular movement of the legs is very good for strengthening the muscles of the lumbar spine. Compared to jogging, there are fewer impacts on the spine on a flat surface that the intervertebral discs would have to … Cycling after a slipped disc | Sport after or after a slipped disc
Riding after a slipped disc Riding can have both positive and negative influences on the stability of the spine. How riding demands on the individual back depends on a number of different factors. The riding technique is particularly important when it comes to the question of how much strain is placed on the back when … Riding after a slipped disc | Sport after or after a slipped disc
“In the supine position, place 2 tennis balls or a fascia roll in the thoracic spine area. One ball to the right and one ball to the left of the thoracic spine. The legs are slightly bent and the hands are crossed behind the head. From this position, slowly bend and stretch your back in … Slipped Disc – BWS Exercise 4
Introduction Sudden twitches in the leg usually have no disease value and are called fasciculations. Muscle fibers in the leg contract involuntarily and irregularly. A distinction is made between benign (benign) and pathological (pathological) muscle twitches. Benign twitches are not uncommon and occur frequently, especially when falling asleep. Pathological fasciculations occur rarely and are caused … Twitching in the leg
Associated symptoms The twitching in the leg can be of varying intensity and therefore the accompanying symptoms can be very different. Sudden twitches in the leg are normally painless, but in some cases painful muscle cramps may be an accompanying symptom. The calf muscles or thigh are often affected by the cramps. When a muscle … Associated symptoms | Twitching in the leg
Indications of thrombosis A leg vein thrombosis is a blood clot in the leg, which becomes noticeable by an unpleasant pulling sensation. The pain gets worse over time and the leg warms up. Typically, you will feel a pulling pain in the calf area. Twitching in the leg is not a typical symptom of thrombosis, … Indications of thrombosis | Twitching in the leg
Duration If the twitching in the leg muscles occurs in the phase just before falling asleep, sudden contractions occur which last only for a very short time. In people who suffer from restless legs syndrome, the symptoms can last for several hours and persist for several nights. All articles in this series: Twitching in the … Duration | Twitching in the leg
“Cervical spine – yawn – starting position” The hands are crossed in the seat behind the head. Now bend your head forward. With the hands a pressure is given forwards (ventral), while pushing the elbows backwards (dorsal). From this position the head is slowly stretched against the resistance of the hands until you can look … Slipped disc – Cervical spine exercise 2
“Cervical spine – compression” The hands are crossed in an upright position on the head. The elbows point forward. Now exert pressure from top to bottom. This position is held for 10 seconds before you take a short break of 10 seconds. Repeat the exercise 5 – 10 times. Continue with the next exercise
“Lumbar spine – extension in prone position” The right knee is bent about 90° in prone position. Stretch from this position in the hip joint so that the right foot goes up towards the ceiling. Perform this exercise 10-15 times. Take a short break (10 seconds) between each of these times. Afterwards, perform the exercise … Slipped disc – lumbar spine exercise 8
“BWS – Quadruped” Go to the quadruped stand. Make sure your back is straight. Now stretch your right leg and your left arm. Hold this position for about 5 seconds. Take a short break of 10 seconds. Repeat the exercise depending on your endurance and strength. “Quadruped – Variation” If you want to introduce an … Slipped disc – BWS exercise 6
“Cervical Traction” Place both hands on the sides of the cheeks while sitting. The small finger side is under the ear and the thumb under the chin. Use your hands to slowly push your head towards the ceiling. This position is held for 10 seconds. Then take a break (10 seconds). Repeat the exercise 5 … Slipped disc – Cervical spine exercise 1
