Managing Lower Back Pain During Pregnancy: Herniated/Bulging Disc

Question
Hello,I have had a herniated disk and a buldging disk in my lower back for awhile now. It comes and goes,well now its back and Im 20 weeks pregnant. I have done the ice plus the heating pad and also tylenol. My question is what else can I do to help the pain because its severe now? Thanks for your time....

Answer
Get a referral to a PT who specializes in pregnancy that can teach you basic core strength and stability exercises, gentle stretches, and postural tips to prevent you condition from worsening. As your belly grows and gets heavier it will pull on you lower back more, possibly making your bulging disc more painful.