Originally Posted by Andy_Mac

Hello mate! I think you have answered your own question in terms of what you have done. I will put my hand in the fire and say disc, which will take around 6 weeks to 'go back' in; depending on severity.

Any other symptoms like loss of sensation down either side of the leg, front or back? Loss of movement?

Bladder and bowel okay and can you get an erection? If any of them are no, then get to doctor asap!!!

I have answered this before about lower backs and I will say it again. You can and should deadlift, squat etc, as long as your technique is spot on. Being too tall is an un educated answer. Technique, technique, tecnhique and you will be fine. As monsterdan says, DL, squats etc are used to rehabilitate lower backs for functional everyday activities. It's how I rehab my back patients, without problems.

Remember, you are bloody tall, therefore, make sure you train where the squat stands are set at 'your' shoulder height and that both feet are directly underneath the bar as you lift up. That way, you will always be in a good position. If it's too heavy and your form is poor, then re-rack, take off weight and lift again.

In the meantime. Keep your back moving and if you can, get to the gym and train your upper body, or even leg extensions, hamstring curls and seated calf raises for a lower body workout. If it can be done pain free, then do it. The back needs movement and I bet that you will feel better with a workout. I would leave any DL and weighted squats for the next 6-8 weeks and then gradually build up from there.

Any Qs then please feel free to ask