Performing the right core exercises for a herniated disk can help reduce pain and improve mobility. Focus on your abs with four exercises to try and two to avoid.

A herniated disk or slipped disk is a serious issue that occurs in the lower back. People with herniated disc do not usually need a surgery and with a few precautions they can work in their daily ...

Readers’ orthopedic and fitness questions are answered by doctors at Broward Orthopedic Specialists in Fort Lauderdale.The following response is from Dr. Kalman . D. Blumberg who specializes in spinal ...

Taking care of our bodies for the long-term is an investment. As we age, it’s common to become more fragile, less flexible and more prone to injury. But injury does not have to be inevitable. Although ...

It’s important to not only identify this painful condition correctly, but find exercises you can comfortably do.

Dear Dr. K: I have a herniated disk in my lower back. What does this mean? And what are my treatment options? Dear Reader: Your spine is made up of a stack of bones called vertebrae. In between each ...

Q: Is a herniated disc very serious? A: Herniated disc in general is not very serious as it responds well to conservative treatments like medications and exercise. However, the condition may require ...

The spinal discs are shock-absorbing cushions between the vertebrae. Vertebrae are the large bones of the spinal column. If the spinal column tears open and the discs protrude outward, they can press ...

Pregnancy adds new weight and changes how your spine, joints, and ligaments behave. If you already have a herniated disc, the pain can intensify as your belly grows and your posture shifts.