Lumbar disc herniation is generally allowed to swim, but in the acute exacerbation period is generally not recommended, in the recovery period is allowed to swim. Lumbar disc herniation is due to the nucleus pulposus of the lumbar intervertebral disc protruding backward and compressing or irritating the sinus nerve, spinal cord, nerve roots, etc., thus causing the patient to experience pain in the lumbar region and lower limbs, numbness, and restricted activities and other symptoms. Treatment is used to reduce the lumbar spine weight-bearing, hot compresses and other physical therapy, strengthen the lumbar back muscle exercise, anti-inflammatory pain medication application, if necessary, surgical treatment. Swimming can reduce the pressure on the lumbar intervertebral discs, exercise the muscle strength of the lumbar back, and have a good recovery effect on the herniated discs. However, it is not recommended to swim during the acute aggravation period to avoid aggravating the pain, and after the acute period, you can swim and do some exercises to strengthen the muscles of lumbar back. Patients with lumbar disc herniation are advised to consult the hospital in time for regular treatment to avoid adverse consequences.