A young professional’s sedentary lifestyle led to a herniated disc, causing severe pain and nerve compression. Dr. Dushyant Chouhan, an orthopedic surgeon, warns that prolonged sitting without breaks can silently damage spines, even in active individuals. Early signs like leg pain and numbness should not be ignored, as they can escalate to lifelong issues.“He was young, active, and healthy but…”, AIIMS doctor shares how a patient nearly damaged his spine because of this one small habit
A young professional’s sedentary lifestyle led to a herniated disc, causing severe pain and nerve compression. Dr. Dushyant Chouhan, an orthopedic surgeon, warns that prolonged sitting without breaks can silently damage spines, even in active individuals. Early signs like leg pain and numbness should not be ignored, as they can escalate to lifelong issues.
