i broke my spine at l4 l5 on top of a nerve with cyst. i had surgery and decided to take jobs where i could walk. well you always seem to end up dragging heavy things around which is not good for you. also do not go bowling - that a no-brainer but evidently i do not have one. i find walking is the best and i agree it is boring so. i walk in big stores because it is more interesting. wal-mart is great because it is so big you can keep a good pace. i have a huge herniated disc and nerve room involvement just where i had the spinal fusion surgery. i am in pain right now and the nerve block did not work. i am also a little scared because i do not know what is going to happen next. i went to physical therapy because the insurance required it before my nerve block. they could not work on my back because it was too swollen - but you might benefit you. i have been to other physical therapists and they were not that helpful. i really like this one - results physical therapy. they may be a chain. they will give you exercises (that make sense and help. ) good luck - do not forget to use an ice pack because that helps (i use frozen peas wrapped in a towel. thanks denise
what types of exercise are contraindicated for someone who has had a l5-s1 spinal fusion? screws were removed. my fusion has been complete for several years but i still have chronic pain. excercise can help but i'd like to know what not to do with having my l5-s1 vertebrae fused. also which types of exercise and stretching would be most beneficial? i have tried walking which gets painful for me and bores me to tears. i also am not fond of pilates.