Stronger Spine, Less Pain: The Power of Exercise for Auburn Disc Herniation
Got a lumbar disc herniation diagnosis? You’re not alone. You probably feel 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 shows that exercise—done well—can be one of the most powerful additional tools 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? Not surprising. Exercise works well..
The first study reported that specific forms of movement—particularly core stabilization, gentle flexibility, and low-impact aerobic exercises—can decrease pressure on the discs and lessend inflammation. That means less pain and better mobility. The second study went even further. 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 Auburn chiropractic patients, this aligns perfectly with our whole-body, movement-focused approach which incorporates Cox® Technic treatment which is all about motion, too! When your spine is managed with chiropractic care and supported by proper exercise, your body may well heal quicker and function better.
WHAT KIND OF EXERCISE IS BEST?
But not all exercise is created equal. These researchers stress that the key is a personalized program—one created 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 Auburn chiropractor to build a safe, progressive plan is so important. The bottom line? If you’re dealing with a lumbar disc herniation, motion is healing. Combined with Auburn chiropractic care, a focused exercise routine can speed up healing, reduce pain, and help you get back to doing what you love—without surgery or long-term meds.
Let your body move—and heal—smarter.
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Listen to this PODCAST with Dr. Jason Charkalis on The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson as he details the effectiveness of the chiropractic treatment plan in The Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management for back pain patients seeking to prevent spine surgery and feel better.
