Herniated Disc Clearly Explained & Easily Fixed

Herniated Disc Clearly Explained & Easily Fixed

Bob & Brad discuss what a herniated disc is & how you can easily fix it.

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[roguehunter]

For the last 2 years i had lower back pain and a constant pain in the back of my leg that felt like knife stabbing it. I taught a 100% it was sciatica since i had all of the symptoms. 3 months ago, i finally decided to go take a scan to check it out. They found a tumor that grew to the size of a softball. I waited so long that it had already eaten all of my sacrum up to my L4 vertebrae to the point that was nothing left of it. I’m 20 and will probably never be able to run again, do any sports that requires a lot of my legs and even sit on a chair. I had to quit my PE teaching degree and my job. I make this comment for all the people that tries to “though it up” like i did and not seek proper help. You never know how bad a injurie can be and you need to go see a professional about it that can give you the proper diagnose as soon as possible. And if you do have sciatica, this can make you feel better because it could’ve been worse. I hope all of you can have a nice recovery and finally found the life you had before. Have a beautiful day<3

[gamaroffant]

I had this exact herniated disc about 2 years ago with pain & numbness down to my foot. Watching Bob & Brad (and doing these exercises + how to get in/out of bed etc) helped me more than I can say! I also had physiotherapy for a few months including water therapy in a pool - my symptoms were quite stubborn. It’s a VERY scary situation to be in, often feeling like it’ll never go away but stick at the exercises & work on posture etc & it’ll get you back on your feet (or able to sit down again in my case). I refused surgery as my dad had multiple spine & disc surgeries over the years & they ALL failed to fix things permanently & made his pain worse. God bless anyone suffering from this & Bob & Brad for all your tremendous help!!!!

[TcoTheDragon]

Been in pain almost 20 years more than half my life feel like nobody understands how bad this pain is

[BloominOnion]

I struggled for a few years with my L5S1 herniated disc (MRI confirmed) when I was in college, back when I was a weight lifter. Felt like it zapped away my quality of life. Instead of being strong and active, I was in protracted pain, which takes a toll on you mentally and physically, to the point where I was moderately depressed. Anyway, nothing was working. I started doing back hyperextensions on a 45° Roman Chair, just to see what would happen. To my delight, the pain started to lessen. I could tell I was on the right path. Over the coming weeks/months, it helped my back heal, almost completely. I suppose it was a combination of strengthening the lumbar muscles, and activating some blood flow to the area. My recovery continued until I wasn't even thinking about my back anymore. Something to consider.

[chadwilliams]

Started using the basic exercises and in 3 days my back feels better and my leg pain has diminished. Very pleased with the videos! Thank you both!

[anthonykostal]

Thanks alot guys a herniated disk really puts a giant damper on you mood but videos like this give me hope. You guys really care and your patients are extramly lucky!

[DiamondScuff]

This herniated disc thing hits home. I was a very active kid then worked out from 16-20. During my 17 years of age to 21 i sat on a computer A LOT. With bad posture and a bad chair so first things first. If you sit a lot have a good chair and posture and make sure you get up every hour for 5-10 mins and move around. Anyways hurt my back playing ball hockey at 21 played through it. Day every day to the point i could barely lie down and touch my toes. My love for hockey caused me to keep playing through the pain. My back always felt like it was a pinch away from not being able to even walk. Eventually an odd cough or sneeze or jump would have my bed ridden not being able to move for a week.(I never took any ibu profin or pain meds. The odd muscle relaxer which didnt seem to help). 2 years of dealing with a bad back i finally decided it was time. I was 23 and i stopped hockey as i was getting depressed from being in pain every single day for such a young guy. I went to chrio for 3 weeks he diagnoses with a herniated disc/degenerated disc/slight scoliosis in l5-s1. Did some treatment and it made it worst. I then went to PT who doesnt xray or anything and assumed it was a herniated disc and treated my right side for that as that was were the pain was. 2-4 months later and still being very iffy I FINALLY pushed for an mri from a dr who didnt want to give me one, who thought i was too young to have any back problems. ( i hate drs, ill only go if somethings broken and i know i need a cast). Fast forward i got a 2.2cm herniated disc pushing againsst my nerve on my l5-s1. When i heard this it was a relief to know i wasnt going crazy. But then same time oh no, im told it cant be healed. I go back to physio treat my left side now and continue the excercises 3 times a day RELIGIOUSLY the one in 9:25 but i just used my elbows not my hands, i would also try to strech my spine out same time. as well as hanging off the bed in a safe position. what ever stretched my back out and i will say. I AM BACK AT HOCKEY BABY!. My back has never felt better. I dont even do the stretches everyday but i am AWARE that my back will always be prone. I lift with good posture. try to sit with good posture ( the hardest) and i have a whole body warmup routine i do 30 minutes before every hockey game that saves me. IT CAN BE FIXED. I dont know if the herniated disc shrinks or the symptons just go away but you can go back to normal. Thee only issue i have now in life is my dam neck cracking anytime i turn left. No pain but mentally its annoying. I may eventually get that looked at but trying to fix my posture more then i can. ALSO Train your core for bad back issues and lose as MUCH WEIGHT AS POSSIBLE. I also injured my back when i was at my biggest weight. ALL that weight sinks your disc.

[hakimamghar]

I had an herniated disc 2 years Ago .
After 1year i was totally Pain free . Testing my limits again .
After just 1 bad sleep its back .
I forgot how much it hurts .
Its been 3 weeks with pain killers and stretching and totally no improvement .
I give it 5 days and then i start back in the gym .
Last time Every remidy of chiropracter and doctor didnt work .
Only pushing myself in the gym .
Gave me more Pain and after a couple of days i was Pain free .
Goodluck to you all

[thisuniquechica]

This is what these videos need, some infomercial energy and two VERY knowledgeable people who clearly have been working together for so long they finish each other’s sentences. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS VIDEO.

[antoinejefferson]

I NEVER comment on videos. But I LOVE you guys! A couple years back you helped me with a shoulder impingement. And now you’ve helped me understand my newest issue: herniated disc. This video has been the best explanation of exactly what is going on. I’ve been seeing a great kinesiologist but this video is next leven. Thanks so much guys!

[Banayaga]

I am 35 and just had the worst pain on my back ever in my entire life. I feel so comforted knowing this is normal. I think i just got the official welcome card to aging.

[madelinejanewalker]

I’m 19 years old and have recently found out I have a herniated disc. This video has helped me to calm down and not stress myself out over this news I’ve received. Very educational!

[glendaboyd]

Wow!! Two minutes of that stretch and my pain was almost completely gone and I could stand up straight!! THANK YOU!! Praise God! What relief!!

[dalia]

I started suffering herniated disc in 2016 at the age of 28, this changed my life: I gained weight and now it’s difficult to do activities and I feel exhausted while playing with my niece. I’m depressed most of the time and I hope one day I could go back to being active again.

[bitetheapple]

I'm watching these helpful videos AS SOON as they hit YouTube. Good job!

[robinoudsema]

Dealing with this right now. I always find Bob and Brad when I have any pain, anywhere! (Except my broken heart, haha)This is truly a horrible issue. My entire right leg is affected! Burning, tingling, numbness, pain in the hip, back and butt. I have an excellent chiropractor and massage therapist, but these guys have such great tips and tricks to do at home. Thank you Bob and Brad!!

[Kazzas]

Hello from Australia!
I’ve been doing your recommended exercises for two weeks and I am now able to do most daily activities without pain or pain relief drugs. After 10 months of crippling pain, I am now almost pain free and life is much more enjoyable.
Deepest gratitude to you both and merry Christmas.

[NeerajLakkapragada]

Recently herniated my l5-s1 and l4-l5 discs... I was scared as shit but Bob and Brad helped me overcome the mental obstacle. Now I can't wait to heal it with PT and rest.

[mixedbyap]

Bob and Brad are lifesavers giving all this info for free!

[mgwood]

I've been dealing with a bulging disc on and off for years never tried those never was taught those little tricks just did it and I feel great thanks guys 👍🏼🙏🏼✝️ God bless you both