Expert Advice   Print Version 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 require much less healing and recovery time than a fusion surgery. It also depends on the stress of the activity. You will need to begin any activities gradually, and in a gentle, controlled manner. You don't want to cause yourself pain or, worse, reinjure your spine. Be sure to follow all recommendations from your doctor. Be patient, and follow your rehabilitation program closely. It has been developed to give you the best chance of returning to full function. No activity is worth causing more injury to your spine. 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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