Stronger Spine, Less Pain: The Power of Exercise for Nashua Disc Herniation

Struggling with a herniated disc in your spine? If yes, you probably know the pain all too well—stiffness, sharp twinges, maybe even shooting pain down your leg, something called "sciatica". The upside is that newer research describes that exercise—done the right way—can be one of the most powerful additional tools to your overall treatment plan to reduce pain, restore movement, and help you feel like yourself again.

NEW STUDIES ON EXERCISE’S BENEFIT

Two major studies published in 2025—one from Acta Neurologica Belgica by Arslan and Ülger, and another from Frontiers in Medicine by Du and colleagues—looked into exercise benefits for lower back disc injuries. (1,2) What did they find?? Not surprising. Exercise works well..

The first study reported that certain forms of movement—particularly core stabilization, gentle flexibility, and low-impact aerobic exercises—can reduce pressure on the discs and lower inflammation. This produces both pain relief and enhanced movement ability. The second study went even further. It analyzed multiple clinical trials and ended by stating that exercise is more valuable than rest or passive treatments in boosting people’s recovery from disc herniation. For our Nashua chiropractic patients, this aligns perfectly with our whole-body, movement-focused approach which incorporates Cox® Technic treatment which is all about motion, too! When your spine is managed with chiropractic care and supported by proper exercise, your body may well heal quicker and function better.

WHAT KIND OF EXERCISE IS BEST?

But not all exercise is created equal. These researchers stress that the key is a personalized program—one created for your specific needs and guided by a healthcare professional. Push too hard or move the wrong way, and you might set yourself back. That's where your Nashua chiropractor comes in—helping you build something that works without causing harm. The bottom line? If you’re dealing with a lumbar disc herniation, movement is help. Combined with Nashua chiropractic care, a focused exercise routine can speed up healing, lessen pain, and help you get back to doing what you love—without surgery or long-term meds.

Move! Heal.

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Listen to this PODCAST with Dr. Jason Charkalis on The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson as he describes the effectiveness of the chiropractic treatment plan in The Cox® Technic System of Spinal Pain Management for patients with back pain seeking to prevent spine surgery and feel better.