A Tougher Start Than Expected I finally had my surgery—and it turned out to be harder than I imagined. Most people choose surgery because of pain, but my situation was different. My main symptoms were numbness and weakness rather than pain. Ironically, after surgery, I experienced more discomfort than before. The operation, performed by Dr. Cabrillo , was a success. Still, no one walks away from back surgery feeling instantly fine or comfortable. I was prescribed strong pain

This is my personal journey of recovering from L4–L5 herniated disc surgery, focusing on the mental challenges, diagnosis, and the decision to undergo surgery. The Mental Side of Recovery Positivity and adaptation—without setting unrealistically high expectations—are key to recovery. If expectations are too high, frustration can lead to depression. If effort is too low, progress stalls. Recovery from back surgery, especially for an L4–L5 herniated disc, is often slower than w

This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. As a personal trainer, I’m often asked about simple, effective wellness tools  that actually help with recovery and everyday movement. I always look for items that are easy to use, practical, and realistic to incorporate into daily life. One tool I personally recommend is Foot Alignment Socks . They’re a simple way to support foot strength and align

今日はゲストに、私の友人で日本にお住まいの 仮名／Sinoさん  との楽しい会話です。Sinoさんは日々の暮らしの中で、健康を意識した調理器具や保存容器選びにとてもこだわりを持っています。今回はそんなSinoさんに、E&K Wellnessからいくつか質問をしてみました。...

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About five months ago, I had surgery for a herniated disc . Before the operation, my main symptoms weren’t pain but numbness and weakness...

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