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Question asked by Jennifer Billings 265 days ago

Can someone recommend a good Physical Therapist for mild disk protrusions?

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Just received the results of my c-spine MRI and I have 2mm disk bulge/protrusions between C5-6 & C6-7. The neurologist prescribed PT and massage along with ultrasound, TENS, and traction. As a trainer & group fitness instructor who teaches 20+ classes per week there's no way I can limit my movement so I want to find a PT who works with athletes. I live in Redondo Beach, CA, does anyone have any recommendations?

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Answered by Joanne Duncan-Carnesciali 265 days ago
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Email Dr. Michael Jones at www.postrehab.com and tell him that I referred you. He is located in Sacramento. I feel confident that he can put you in contact with either a licensed physical therapist or one of the medical exercise specialist he has trained who might be able to assist you.

Hope this is helpful to you.
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Answered by Jennifer Billings 264 days ago
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Thanks so much! I'll keep you posted.
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Answered by LaRue Cook 60 days ago
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Hi Jennifer. I hope (know?) that by now your issue has probably been resolved. But for future reference, whenever I'm in the need for a special practitioner such as here with a physical therapist, I will check with the local PTA (physical therapy association) as well as check with clients/friends/local college athletic department or other local sources for referrals. I've found that this is a great way to 'discover' someone to help you.

I hope that this helps, and that you're completely recovered by now!

The answer to your question depends a lot on a couple of factors: they type of group class that's involved, and the degree to which the instructor is an 'active participant.' For example, I train teams and small groups of athletes. Depending on the actual session involved (e.g. is it a weight training session, or something like a plyometric or speed training session) my active involvement varies. If I were to try to actively participate in several plyometric training sessions in a week, I might find myself injured, whereas if I'm merely supervising and/or demonstrating a weight training session, I may be able to do several of those in a week.

So, take a look at what type of group sessions you're talking about and see where that answer leads you.

Good luck, and stay healthy!

LaRue, CSCS
www.lecfitness.com
larue.cook@lecfitness.com
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