Knott has given you very good advice!!
I agree with her 100%. As for Tai Chi etc. I would not start any new activity until after the MRI. But generally speaking, the type of exercises Smilingcat suggested are helpful for back rehab.
Getting properly fitted for your bike is important when you get the OK from your PT or Doc. I also agree with Grog, although hybrids and Townies are more upright, they are not always the answer. In fact research has shown that the cycling position that puts the least amount of strain on the lumbar discs is the aero position. Go Figure.
Last edited by Wahine; 04-03-2007 at 01:49 PM.
Living life like there's no tomorrow.
http://gorgebikefitter.com/
2007 Look Dura Ace
2010 Custom Tonic cross with discs, SRAM
2012 Moots YBB 2 x 10 Shimano XTR
2014 Soma B-Side SS