Expert Advice   Print Version Q. How can I get my activities done when I am in this much pain? A. If your pain is keeping you from getting your activities done, you may need to re-organize your tasks to include rest periods. Take breaks frequently. Find comfortable positions in which to relax. Use heat or ice to calm sore areas. Healthy posture and body movements can also help prevent extra pain and may help you do your activities with less pain. If you continue to struggle through a task, talk to your physical or occupational therapist to strategize other ways to get it done with less pain. Print Version		Anatomy and Function of the Spine Spondylolysis and Spondylolisthesis Diagnostic Tests for Spine Problems Q. When can I play golf, ride a bike, or go hiking after spine surgery? A. It depends on the type and location of your surgery. A micro-discectomy… Clicking on any of the links will take you to a Web site to which this Privacy Policy does not apply. You are solely responsible for your interactions with such Web sites. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

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