Experiencing a back injury can rob you of mobility and cause pain that
makes even the most basic movements difficult. Once you have
rehabilitated from your injury, your physician may recommend exercising
to maintain or achieve a healthy weight, relieve stress and maintain
mobility. Varying your cardiovascular exercises can help you to avoid
strain and over-use, which could potentially re-injure the back
Warning
Always get your physician’s approval before beginning any exercise program. After a back injury and recovery, your physician can make
recommendations for appropriate exercises for your condition
Recumbent Bicycle
A recumbent bicycle places less strain on the back than a traditional
upright or stationery bicycle. Adjust the seat to where your feet can
pedal comfortably as you use the bicycle. As you improve in function
Walking
Walking is a low-impact exercise that can be performed almost anywhere
and is ideal for back patients recovering from injury. Be sure to warm
up your muscles for 5 minutes by walking more slowly than usual and
stretching your back, arms and legs.
Yoga and Tai Chi
Use yoga and and tai chi as a complimentary practice to your cardio
workouts. Although some of the more strenuous styles of yoga like
Ashtanga may be out of your reach while you're healing from your back
injury; the slow measured movements of both yoga and tai chi will
strengthen your core muscles that support your back.
Source: livestrong
