Hérnia de disco lombar e o tratamento conservador: A atuação dos profissionais de educação física das academias de Trindade-GO

Abstract

According to the medical literature herniated disc corresponds to about 1-5% of spinal pain. The Physical Education Professionals have a certain conservative treatment of lumbar disc herniation paper, this is of paramount importance to the individual affected by hernia avoid pain crises and improve their functional capacity. The present study aimed to examine the level of knowledge of physical education professionals active in the academies of Trindade-GO compared to conservative treatment of lumbar disc herniation in its late stage. Descriptive, using as a questionnaire with 10 closed questions - a quantitative study was conducted. Most professionals reported having knowledge about the disease and be able to develop the necessary treatment. The current scientific literature still lacks studies that actually address the lightest exercise techniques, to develop a professional working safely and efficiently.