http://www.cyberpt.com/ptforum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Tue, 05 May 2026 04:28:25 +0000 Tue, 02 Mar 2010 14:12:00 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 11.03 360 www.cyberpt.com/ptforum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=592 http://www.cyberpt.com/ptforum/forum_images/pt_logo.gif http://www.cyberpt.com/ptforum/ http://www.cyberpt.com/ptforum/forum_posts.asp?TID=592&PID=699&title=arm-exercise#699 Author: Ask a PT
Subject: 592
Posted: Mar 02 2010 at 2:12pm

Patients who have cervical discogenic syndrome should avoid lifting of heavy items as this could cause additional strain at the cervical spine/discs if compensatory patterns are substituted in order to achieve the activity of lifting a heavier weight. An exercise routine focusing on ensuring proper posture while lifting light weight for the upper extremities can be performed safely along with an exercise routine for the cervical spine when prescribed by a PT or other health care professional. Various equipment such as hand weights, tubing and weight machines can be utilized. Some examples of exercises focusing on light weight for the upper extremities can include biceps curls, tricep extension, shoulder flexion, shoulder abduction, etc...   ]]> Tue, 02 Mar 2010 14:12:00 +0000 http://www.cyberpt.com/ptforum/forum_posts.asp?TID=592&PID=699&title=arm-exercise#699 http://www.cyberpt.com/ptforum/forum_posts.asp?TID=592&PID=697&title=arm-exercise#697 Author: dconrow
Subject: 592
Posted: Feb 27 2010 at 7:32am

When I was diagnosed with bulging cervical discs, the doctor told me not to strain with my arms.  If I avoid everything that strains my arm muscles, they will turn to jello.  What can I do to keep muscle tone in my arms without agravating my condition?]]> Sat, 27 Feb 2010 07:32:43 +0000 http://www.cyberpt.com/ptforum/forum_posts.asp?TID=592&PID=697&title=arm-exercise#697