Stronger Spine, Less Pain: The Power of Exercise for Fernandina Beach Disc Herniation
If you have been told you have a lumbar disc herniation, you probably know the pain all too well—stiffness, sharp twinges, maybe even shooting pain down your leg, something called "sciatica". The bright side is that newer research describes that exercise—handled correctly—works as a really strong backup option to your overall treatment plan to decrease pain, bring back movement, and help you feel like yourself again.
NEW STUDIES ON EXERCISE’S BENEFIT
Two big studies published in 2025—one from Acta Neurologica Belgica by Arslan and Ülger, and another from Frontiers in Medicine by Du and colleagues—looked at how exercise affects people with lumbar disc herniation. (1,2) Their findings? Exercise works. And it works well.
The first study found that certain types of movement—especially core stabilization, gentle flexibility, and low-impact aerobic exercises—can decrease pressure on the discs and lower inflammation. The result is less daily discomfort and improved physical function. The follow-up research expanded on these findings. It evaluated multiple clinical trials and ended by stating that exercise is more valuable than rest or passive treatments in helping people recover from disc herniation. For our Fernandina Beach chiropractic patients, this aligns perfectly with our whole-body, movement-focused approach which incorporates Cox® Technic treatment which is centered on movement, too! When your spine is managed with chiropractic care and maintained by the right kind of exercise, your body may well heal faster and function better.
WHAT KIND OF EXERCISE IS BEST?
Not every form of exercise is equally effective. These researchers emphasize that the key is an individualized program—one made for your specific needs and guided by a healthcare professional. Push too hard or move the wrong way, and you might set yourself back. That’s why working with your Fernandina Beach chiropractor to build a safe, progressive plan is so important. The bottom line? If you’re dealing with a lumbar disc herniation, movement is help. Combined with Fernandina Beach chiropractic care, a focused exercise routine can speed up healing, reduce pain, and help you get back to doing what you love—non-surgically and non-pharmacologically.
Move! Heal.
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