Bulging Disc Exercises

Performing regular exercises is necessary to maintain your body’s strength. These exercises can also help you improve your bulging disc condition and prevent it in the future.

Some of the most common bulging disc exercises that you might find helpful are the following:

Knee Chest Exercise

Start by lying down on your back with your knees and hands straight. Slowly bend your right knee and pull it closer to your chest. Hold this position for at least 5 to 6 seconds before slowly releasing it and returning to your starting position. Repeat the same procedure on your left knee.

Knee Rolls Exercise

This exercise routine is helpful in strengthening your back. You may start by lying on the floor. Simply join both of your knees and start rolling them from right to left and vice versa.

Back Extension Exercise

This is one of the best exercises for the lower back. Simply lie on your stomach and place your hands on your side. Slowly lift your upper body as far as you can. Make sure that you avoid forcing the lift and hold the position for about 3 to 4 seconds before going back to your starting point. You can perform this exercise on a daily basis in two sets with 10 to 12 repetitions.

Therapy Ball Exercise

This is one of the most common bulging disc exercises. You may start this routine by standing on an exercise ball and gently bouncing on it. As you bounce on the ball, you are pumping the discs on your spine and giving the disc jelly more oxygen. This exercise can also be performed on a daily basis for at least 5 to 6 minutes per day.

However, before starting on any of these exercises, make sure that you consult your physician first to determine the severity of your condition. Consulting your physician can also help you prevent aggravating your bulging disc condition.