u/evaporatedmilksold

4’11” (F) - 126lbs

I’ve been doing a lot of recovery for my lower back and looking to head back to the gym. Is it safe for me to use the elliptical and stair climber?

I started using a stationary bike at resistance 1-3 and I only have back issues later, if I’m bending over to the handle bars.

I want to get back to weight training, but nothing like weighted squats.

I’ve included a photo of my MRI results taken when I initially (2023) developed lower back pain.

My condition: slight disc bulge L4-L5 and L5-S1

I currently sit in a Herman Miller Aeron chair while I’m watching tv, but sometimes I want to be in something more relaxing. I know some recommended a recliner from Costco.

For the past 1.5 months, I’ve been getting disc decompression treatments (DRX 9000). The treatments have really helped my back, but I still develop back pain from sitting on a couch or on the floor.

Have you tried something like this from Amazon? https://a.co/d/03OpXLbP

Just saw posts (FB and Nextdoor) about a missing young brown husky. It’s been seen with an unhoused person. The dog keeps trying to get away from him.
See photos for information. Last seen tonight on Leavenworth and Hyde ~ 7pm. Check FB link on sightings. https://m.facebook.com/groups/lostpetinsanfrancisco/permalink/2824520271215065/?mibextid=wwXIfr