Guest guest Posted July 31, 2006 Report Posted July 31, 2006 Hi , I too had a herniated disc, a diagnosis of degenerative disc disease, and spinal stenosis. What got me started on the abs work was a physical therapist my doc referred me too who showed me how to do ab crunches situps in the pool using floats to rest by back on. It was awesome because I managed to exercise 3X a week, still working on my body, and strengthen muscles BEFORE surgery. It also made me feel better and take less pain medication. A spinal fusion was a complete success and ever since, I can exercise freely and often. I continue to do specific exercises in the pool and on land for my back. My last X rays in 2003 showed that no other degeneration has taken place, and that my spinal canal is as open as it should be. You might ask your doc about some water-based physical therapy for the back, core muscles and all. You will be pleasantly surprized what medically supervised exercise programs can accomplish: flat stomach, etc. I know you are in the Keys, but if you get to Jensen Beach, look up Deni Gilliespie, she has CMT herself, she's a member of , and she is an OT specializing in water therapy. Might be worth the trip to go see her sometime. ~ Gretchen Quote
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