I injured two discs in my back while bouldering in September last year. I was still able to maintain my normal activities with light pain, including skiing, but then I either re-injured or newly aggravated it in January. I went skiing again and the slightest bumps made it too painful to continue. After doing some physical therapy and resting a ton, my back is finally doing pretty well again, but I'm nervous about re-injury. I used to run to maintain fitness in the summer, but the PT and doctor both said that I should avoid running and jumping and that it might take up to 2 years to heal completely. I'm wondering two things: 1) does anyone have experience in completely recovering from this type of injury and if so, what helped you? 2) what are your favorite core-strengthening exercises to help protect against future injury? I am doing some exercises recommended by PT, but I'd love recommendations for any yoga classes, Pilates, or YouTube videos that you've found helpful. I'm 30 years old with no other mobility issues.
Basically, I really missed skiing all winter and want to set myself up for success next year, including more alpine touring. Any tips/advice would be welcome.
Basically, I really missed skiing all winter and want to set myself up for success next year, including more alpine touring. Any tips/advice would be welcome.