Why You Should Avoid Spinal Fusion (What your surgeon WON’T tell you)
Before you think about having lumbar spinal fusion surgery to treat your sciatica, make sure you watch the video above. Whenever vertebrae in the lumbar spine are fused, it becomes immovable and it comes with a price. The spine is designed to move and when an area is permanently fixed, the body compensates by placing…
Inversion Table & Spinal Decompression Therapy for Sciatica (Pros & Cons)
If you’re suffering from herniated discs, degenerative disc disease, sciatica, foraminal stenosis, and lumbar facet syndrome, you may find some pain relief from spinal decompression/traction. Spinal decompression therapy is a non-invasive treatment where the space between the vertebrae is increased and this decompresses the spine. This relief of pressure in the low back helps you…
Lower Back Pain With Sit Ups? (DO THIS INSTEAD)
We all know a strong core is essential for stability and to prevent low back injuries. With that being said many people start with the old school sit up to strengthen their abs and core and this may actually cause more low back pain. The reason for this is that you’re moving the lumbar spine…
Prevent Herniated Discs & Sciatica While Weight Training (Squats & Deadlift)
Many people injure their low back and discs at the gym due to improper lifting technique and lifting more than they are capable of. I see this very often with two exercises: Squats and the deadlifts. These two exercises require excellent form and a strong core to protect your lower back. As I’ve said in…
