Lumbar disc herniation is one of the common diseases in orthopedics, and about 1/5 of the patients with lumbar pain are caused by lumbar disc herniation, and in recent years, with the change of lifestyle, the number of patients is on the increase, and the population with the disease is also developing towards a younger age. In the clinic, patients often ask me, “What should I pay attention to when I have a lumbar disc herniation? What actions should I not do? What exercises are good for the recovery of the disease? Here we will talk about these questions. Can I still run and exercise when I have a herniated lumbar disc? The lumbar disc herniation patients are not advocated long-distance running, but scientific and moderate running exercise can effectively enhance the strength of the lumbar back muscle, so as to better prevent the lumbar spine again protrusion and degeneration, but some matters need special attention before running. 1, the acute phase of lumbar disc herniation is not recommended to run, this stage of running stimulation, nerve root micro-motion friction will aggravate edema, aggravate the symptoms, so patients should rest more flat in the acute phase. 2, running should choose a thick, soft shoes, in order to effectively relieve the impact of the feet on the ground, to slow the shock of the lumbar intervertebral disc. 3, do a good warm-up exercise before running, but it is not recommended to do too much bending, leg pressure action. The running process should be gradual, it is best to walk first and then slowly run up. To slow, comfortable, not to pursue speed. 4, when running to do a good job of lumbar warmth and do not sprain the waist, in order to avoid the re-occurrence of lumbar disc herniation due to cold or trauma. 5, during the running process, if the waist discomfort symptoms should immediately stop the movement, if necessary, timely to the regular hospital to confirm the diagnosis and treatment, do not brace. What sports are suitable for patients with lumbar disc herniation? Swimming, especially breaststroke, is the most effective way to exercise the lumbar back muscles; “small swallow fly” exercise prone on the bed, abdomen on the bed, tilt back the head and neck, arms back up, double lower limbs up and lift off the bed, swallow fly, maintain 5-10 seconds, repeatedly, 10 times as a group, 2-3 groups per day. What should patients with lumbar disc herniation pay attention to? 1.Avoid excessive bending and twisting of the lumbar spine, and do not work in a sitting position for a long time. 2, avoid carrying, lifting, back heavy objects, reduce the force on the lumbar spine. 3.The patient should move less during the acute period, and wear a special medical lumbar brace when going to the toilet to strengthen the stability of the lumbar spine. 4, the acute period and the treatment period should use a mattress of medium hardness. 5.Do massage cautiously, and go to regular hospital physical therapy department or Chinese medicine department when needed. 6, pay attention to the waist and lower extremities to keep warm, do not greedy cool, otherwise it will trigger or aggravate the symptoms. 7, pay attention to the diet to supplement calcium, vitamin D and vitamin B, etc.. Calcium-rich foods such as milk, beans, small shrimp, kelp, etc., eat more fresh fruits and vegetables, diversify your diet, and drink less cola-type drinks.