Get Back To It

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Get Back To It

Hear the real stories of healing and recovery from individuals who have overcome neck and back pain and are able to get BACK to the people and activities they love. New episodes are released the first Wednesday of every month! Medical Disclaimer: The views expressed in the Get Back To It podcast are solely those of the speakers. Podcast content is only intended for informational purposes and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice.

  1. After Injury on the Ice: Now He Lives Life in the Fast Lane

    20/12/2024

    After Injury on the Ice: Now He Lives Life in the Fast Lane

    At age 14, Henry Drury was already a two-time national champion in figure skating with Olympic aspirations. But everything changed when he herniated two discs in his spine, leaving him with chronic pain for years. Listen now to hear his inspiring story of recovery, becoming a professional racecar driver and racing for a cause!Support the show

    53 min
  2. Back and Even Better to Become a Mr. Universe Champion

    18/12/2024

    Back and Even Better to Become a Mr. Universe Champion

    At just 18 years old, Scott Smith woke up one day unable to walk.Hear how he battled decades of nerve damage, multiple spine surgeries, and countless challenges to compete on the Mr. Universe stage — one of the most prestigious bodybuilding competitions in the world.Support the show

    37 min
  3. Pushing Through the Pain: How This Diehard Athlete Refused to Quit

    18/11/2024

    Pushing Through the Pain: How This Diehard Athlete Refused to Quit

    Kerri Webb is a lifelong athlete who defied all odds after sustaining a spinal injury at just eight years old. Despite being warned to stop playing sports to preserve her ability to walk, Kerri refused to quit. She pushed through years of chronic back pain, spondylolisthesis, flare-ups from Lyme disease, and sepsis from meningitis, all while continuing to compete in basketball and triathlons. She overcame every obstacle to become not only an athlete and physical therapist, but a true ins...

    34 min
  4. Spine Surgery Success: Overcoming a Severe Case of Scoliosis

    18/11/2024

    Spine Surgery Success: Overcoming a Severe Case of Scoliosis

    In this episode, we dive into the extraordinary story of Emilya Semchuk, a woman who faced one of the most severe cases of scoliosis her doctors and chiropractors had ever seen. Diagnosed after a routine school screening, Emilya's condition was already at a point where non-surgical options were no longer viable. After years of enduring pain and discomfort, Emilya's journey to reclaim her health and well-being is nothing short of remarkable. Tune in as we discuss her struggles, her triumphs, a...

    44 min
  5. Twice Broken, Twice Unbroken: A Young Athlete’s Double Recovery Story

    18/11/2024

    Twice Broken, Twice Unbroken: A Young Athlete’s Double Recovery Story

    What happens when life knocks you down, not once, but twice? Kasey Sutherlin broke her back twice—first in a cliff-jumping accident at just 19 years old, and then again a decade later while rock climbing. Her struggle with an undiagnosed eating disorder led to low bone density, making her more susceptible to these severe injuries.Despite these life-altering injuries, Kasey’s story is one of extraordinary perseverance. She refused to give up her mobility and active lifestyle. Tune in to hear a...

    53 min

  6. 24/07/2024

    A Collegiate Athlete’s Triumph Over Low Back Injury: Perseverance is the Name of Her Game | Episode 49

    As a collegiate field hockey player, Jenna’s overtraining resulted in a torn L5-S1 disc. After an eight month journey seeing many providers including doctors, chiropractors, acupuncturist, and physical therapists to relieve her pain, she turned to non surgical treatments. These included epidurals, SI injection, facet injection, nerve ablation, and a second SI injection.The pain subsided for four years where she returned to running, lifting, hiking, skiing, coaching, playing field hockey...

    28 min
  7. Scoliosis is Not a Straight Journey: A Professional Dancer’s Pursuit of Passion | Episode 48

    24/06/2024

    Scoliosis is Not a Straight Journey: A Professional Dancer’s Pursuit of Passion | Episode 48

    For Scoliosis Awareness Month, our “Get Back to It” podcast highlights a tale of resilience and perseverance on a Scoliosis Journey. Our host and CEO, Dr. Rita Roy, engages in a candid and eye-opening conversation with Broadway dancer and Spine Health Ambassador, Paige Fraser-Hoffman, who confronted scoliosis at the young age of 13. Paige shares her journey of overcoming fear and the challenges she faced to fulfill her dream of becoming a professional dancer. Through non-surgical treatm...

    46 min
  8. A Nurse's 20-Year Victory Over Spinal Challenges | Episode 47

    16/05/2024

    A Nurse's 20-Year Victory Over Spinal Challenges | Episode 47

    Join us on this inspiring journey with Jenny Jones, a dedicated nurse and mother whose life was turned upside down by excruciating back pain that began in the early 2000s. Thought to be just normal wear and tear due to an active lifestyle, her struggles took an unexpected turn after a startling fall created worsening symptoms. This led to crucial spine surgeries that produced transformative outcomes. Jenny shares her remarkable 20-year journey through misdiagnoses, treatment, surgery, a...

    41 min
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Hear the real stories of healing and recovery from individuals who have overcome neck and back pain and are able to get BACK to the people and activities they love. New episodes are released the first Wednesday of every month! Medical Disclaimer: The views expressed in the Get Back To It podcast are solely those of the speakers. Podcast content is only intended for informational purposes and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice.

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  • Creador
    National Spine Health Foundation
  • Años de actividad
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodios
    55
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