Blog Category – Back Pain Sciatica

Back Pain & Sciatica: Is It a Bulging Disc or Degenerative Changes?
Bulging discs and degenerative changes are the 2 most common causes of lower back pain and sciatica that we see in the clinic. And one of the most common questions that I get is “How do I know if I have a bulging disc or some other degenerative type of pain?”
In this video, I’ll explain to you how to determine which of these 2 is causing your back and sciatica pain. And I’ll also explain how you need to adopt a different treatment approach depending on the type of pain you have.

Constant Nerve Pain + Time = Permanent Damage (Simple Steps to Avoiding Nerve Damage)
Most of us can agree that when it comes to back and leg pain, surgery is the last option (at least I hope we can agree on that!). Unfortunately, for a small percentage of people suffering from low back pain and sciatica, surgery can actually be indicated. While you’d like to avoid surgery as long as possible as a general rule, there is one major exception (and this is MAJOR)…

2 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Treating Your Lower Back Pain and/or Sciatica
When it comes to eliminating lower back pain and getting back to all the activities you enjoy, there are quite a few potential roadblocks along the way. If you’ve ever attended one of our “Lower Back Pain & Sciatica” workshops, you’re already familiar with our 2-step approach to successful treatment…

The #1 Biggest Mistake Back Pain & Sciatica Sufferers Make (…and what to do about it)
It happens to all of us at some point. There you are, going about your normal day and feeling pretty healthy overall, with no pressing “health concerns” or issues, and then you feel a twinge in your back…
How to “Stay Ahead of the Pain” and Advance to the 3rd Phase of Recovery
I’m working with a patient this week who’s been suffering from degenerative-type low back pain for the last several years. His history includes the typical complaints…
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