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Countryfile star Matt Baker’s plea to fans over ‘herniated disc’ which once left him ‘bed-bound’

Countryfile star Matt Baker has appealed to fans for help after being left bed-bound by a crippling health condition.

Alongside a reel showing him in a hospital gown and an x-ray image, Matt addressed his 343k followers last week saying: “Hi all, any advice for a herniated disc? He went on to explain: “For a long time now I’ve been dealing with a herniated disc – as an ex gymnast it’s hard not to be able to bend forward… so I decided to have a nerve block injection.” Wildlife presenter Steve Backshall also has some words of wisdom: “Physio is key, but don’t push it; esp not hyperflexion of lower back.” He advised: “It needs time to heal, and according to my surgeon hates too much stress… good luck Matt and huge love to you all xxx”

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