Degenerative Disc Disease Support Group

Degeneration of the intervertebral disc, which is often called "degenerative disc disease" (DDD) of the spine, DDD is in fact a condition that can be painful and can greatly affect the quality of one's life. While disc degeneration is not a normal part of aging and for most people is not a problem, for certain individuals a degenerated disc can cause severe constant...

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L5-L4 & L5-S1 bulging disc

Nasser
Nasser

Hi there,


I have L5-L4 & L5-S1 bulging disc due to heavy deadlift.


To what extent is this condition serious?


Would I be able to return to gym and lift heavy wieghts?



ItsJustMe2012
ItsJustMe2012
Depending on how much damage has been done. You could require surgery. Have you had a MRI done ? Is their nerve damage ? Is the pain so severe it affects your ability to sit, stand and walk?

You need to see a neurosurgeon. Talk to him about continuing your gym routine.. It is possible your gym routine has caused some the problem. Age can also play a role.
Nasser
Nasser
Thank u

The MRI shows minor damage in L5-L4 and more moderate damage in L5-S1, but there is no damage in the nerve.

It is very difficult to do any movement like sitting, standing, rotating, bending over but I can walk.