Question:
Okay since my last question I've received the results from the MRI which shows that I have a bulging disc. I've gained a lot of weight in the last year and am now dieting to lose it. Will this alleviate the pain and/or shrink the bulging disc? It takes a month to get an appointment with my doctor and I'm just wondering now. I'm scheduled for a visit with the neurosurgeon and want to avoid surgery if possible. Any advice? Please help. I weigh 225, am a female at 5'6 and just take 30 minute walks for exercise to help release some of the pain I feel. I was 195 lbs. but gained the weight after pregnancy which ended in miscarriage and depression. I'm back on track now but afraid. I know that the weight didn't cause the problem but I'm wondering if losing weight will resolve it somewhat. The pain radiates down my right leg but feels better after I walk...sitting makes it feel worse. I'm 43 years old and a teacher. I used to wear heels to class everyday but won't do that again.
Answers:
Yes, losing weight will help you as it will decrease the amount of pressure placed on the disc. however, it will not correct the problem.To lose enough weight, you need to get your exercise to the point where you can hold a conversation with someone but it is a bit difficult.do that for 45 minutes a day, eat 5-7 small meals per day, with your largest meal being breakfast.carbs in the morning and protein at night, and you will get much healthier. Also go see a principled family chiropractor. they may also recommend a spinal decompression treatment plan.talk to your chiropractor about that and regular specific chiropractic adjustments. Good luck and God Bless.
It won't shrink the bulge...it's already there so it's not going anywhere. Losing weight may alleviate some of the pain. Your doctor will likely suggest conservative treatment before moving to surgery. You may want to try a series of Epidural Steroid Injections...I've seen a lot of people get relief with these and avoid or, if nothing else, put off surgery for awhile.
Good luck!
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