L4 and L5 herniation..??

[firewally1966]

have heriated L4 and L5 vertebrea..was going to start a ripptoe 3x5 or maybe a 5x5 program...but dont know if i can withstand the pressure of the weights on my back with the deadlifts..??...any suggetions..I dont think any of the other lifting would hurt...I had to quit sittups because of pain..

 

[kyoshi6]

I wouldn't take the chance. If it hurts that bad then why chance it to do more damage ?? The guys here can tell you of my mishap. I ended up having to have emergency back surgery because of a herniated disc and because of the surgeons mistake...now I'm paralyzed on my left leg and foot. The back has a way of healing itself to a point if you just give it a little time before rushing into things.. just my opinion. I just didnt listen when others told me to slow down and not push it so hard. Wish I would have.. Good luck with yours..

 

[Rachel...lol]

How are you doing? Did you decide to work through it or take it easy? Today found out I have a herniated disc between L5/S1