Low Back Pain Podcast

Dr. Grant Elliott
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The Low Back Pain Podcast is for individuals suffering from low back issues that are struggling to find the help they deserve. Learn about what you can do to take control and resolve your own issues with low back pain, disc herniations, or sciatica!

  1. 2d ago

    Passive Therapy Won't Fix Your Low Back Pain! 2 Exercises for FAST & Lasting Relief

    Learn how to fix your pain with our “Centralization Process” here! https://rebrand.ly/ytpainfree Submit an application to work with us 1:1 and learn how to fix your low back! ⁠www.therehabfix.com/low-back-program⁠ To view hundreds of free low back videos please follow us on instagram at @rehabfix ⁠www.instagram.com/rehabfix⁠ If cupping, massage, or chiropractic adjustments make your lower back feel better but the pain keeps coming back, you may be missing an important part of your recovery.Passive treatments can have real benefits. Cupping may increase blood flow, massage can reduce muscle tension and help you relax, and chiropractic adjustments can improve joint mobility. But if you're not addressing the movement restrictions contributing to your symptoms, that relief may only be temporary.In this video, I'll show you 2 exercises designed to restore two movements many people are missing in their lower back: **extension and rotation**. You'll learn how to improve mobility first and then strengthen those movements so you can start building a stronger, more mobile lower back.You'll learn:✅ Why cupping, massage, and chiropractic care may only provide temporary back pain relief✅ Why your lower back pain may keep returning after passive treatments✅ The 2 important movements your lower back may be missing✅ How to restore lower back extension and rotation✅ A simple mobility exercise for improving lower back movement✅ How to strengthen your spine through rotation and controlled movement✅ Why these 2 exercises aren't a complete plan for every type of back pain or sciatica⏱️ **TIMESTAMPS**00:00 - Why Passive Treatments May Not Fix Lower Back Pain00:48 - Why Cupping, Massage & Chiropractic Relief Doesn't Always Last01:29 - Passive Therapy vs. Fixing Your Movement01:48 - 2 Movements Your Lower Back May Be Missing02:11 - Exercise 1: Elbow Windshield Wiper03:30 - Free Back Pain Fix Demo03:48 - Exercise 2: Kneeling Windshield Wiper04:58 - Why These Exercises Aren't a Complete Plan05:59 - Centralization Process🔑 **Keywords**cupping for back pain, massage for back pain, chiropractic for back pain, lower back pain, low back pain, back pain relief, lower back pain exercises, low back pain exercises, back mobility exercises, lower back mobility, lumbar mobility, lumbar rotation, lumbar extension, back strengthening exercises, lower back strengthening exercises, chronic back pain, sciatica exercises, back pain treatment, spine mobility, mobility exercises, chiropractic adjustment, cupping therapy, massage therapy#BackPain #LowerBackPain #LowBackPain #BackPainRelief #BackPainExercises

  2. 6d ago

    STOP Doing Back Extensions to Strengthen Your Lower Back! Try These 3 Instead

    Learn how to fix your pain with our “Centralization Process” here! https://rebrand.ly/ytpainfree Submit an application to work with us 1:1 and learn how to fix your low back! ⁠www.therehabfix.com/low-back-program⁠ To view hundreds of free low back videos please follow us on instagram at @rehabfix ⁠www.instagram.com/rehabfix⁠ If back extensions are making your lower back pain worse, you need to stop and look at what you're doing wrong. Back extensions can be a great exercise for building lower back strength, but they're not the right starting point for everyone. If you have an irritated disc, nerve symptoms, or a sensitive lower back, jumping straight into back strengthening exercises can sometimes make your symptoms worse. In this video, I'll show you the 3-step sequence I use to decompress, mobilize, and strengthen the lower back so you can build strength without constantly triggering another flare-up. You'll learn: ✅ Why back extensions can sometimes aggravate lower back pain ✅ How to start building low back strength without immediately loading the spine ✅ A simple progression from mobility to back strengthening exercises ✅ How to progress toward stronger lower back workouts ✅ Why strength training alone isn't always the answer for chronic back pain ✅ How to build your lower back capacity without constantly triggering pain ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Why Back Extensions Can Make Pain Worse 02:25 - Step 1: Decompress the Lower Back 04:25 - Step 2: Restore Movement 06:10 - Step 3: Build Lower Back Strength 07:42 - Centralization process 🔑 Keywords back extension exercise, back strengthening exercises, back extension machine, back extension, back extension on floor, low back strength exercises, strength training at home, strength training, low back pain exercises, lower back workout, back pain, chronic back pain, lower back pain, back hyperextension, back ext, back extension hyperextension, reverse back hyperextension, hyper back extensions, back exercise, back pain treatment, fitness workout #BackPain #LowerBackPain #BackExtension #BackStrengthening #LowBackPain

  3. Aug 7

    Goodbye SCIATICA! 3 Tests to Diagnose It & 3 Exercises to FIX It

    Learn how to fix your pain with our “Centralization Process” here! https://rebrand.ly/ytpainfree Submit an application to work with us 1:1 and learn how to fix your low back! ⁠www.therehabfix.com/low-back-program⁠ To view hundreds of free low back videos please follow us on instagram at @rehabfix ⁠www.instagram.com/rehabfix⁠ Think you have sciatica? Before trying random stretches or exercises, learn how to diagnose sciatica at home with these 3 simple tests. If your symptoms are caused by sciatic nerve pain, a disc herniation, disc bulge, or a pinched nerve in your lower back, these exercises will help you begin reducing pain and restoring movement. Many people assume every type of leg pain is sciatica, but that's not always true. Treating the wrong problem with random stretches or exercises can make your symptoms worse. In this video, I walk you through 3 simple sciatica tests you can perform at home to help identify whether your sciatic nerve is involved, followed by a 3-step exercise routine designed to reduce nerve pressure, improve spinal mobility, and build long-term stability. Whether your symptoms are caused by a disc bulge, disc herniation, nerve tension, or sciatic nerve irritation, these techniques can help you begin moving in the right direction. In This Video You'll Learn: ✅How to diagnose sciatica at home ✅3 simple tests to determine if you have sciatica ✅The difference between muscle tightness and sciatic nerve pain ✅Exercises to reduce sciatic nerve compression 📲 Want a personalized recovery plan? Text “PAIN” to +1 (317) 751-9509 and get my FREE Back Pain Fix Demo Apply for my 1:1 Online Low Back Program: www.therehabfix.com/low-back-program Hundreds of free videos on Instagram: @rehabfix → www.instagram.com/rehabfix ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Do You Actually Have Sciatica? 00:42 – Why Most People Misdiagnose Leg Pain 01:20 – Test #1: Straight Leg Raise Test 02:15 – Test #2: Sciatic Nerve Tension Test 03:05 – Test #3: Seated Sciatica Test 04:05 – What Your Test Results Mean 04:45 – Exercise #1: Sciatic Nerve Decompression 05:40 – Exercise #2: Lumbar Extension for Disc Relief 06:35 – Exercise #3: Core Stability for Sciatica 07:40 – Why Random Exercises Don't Work 08:20 – Get Your Personalized Recovery Plan 🔎 Keywords That Brought You Here how to diagnose sciatica, how to diagnose sciatica at home, how to detect sciatica, how to detect sciatica pain, how to rule out sciatica, sciatica exercises, sciatica pain relief, sciatic nerve pain, pinched nerve in lower back, disc herniation, disc bulge, lower back pain, leg pain treatment, nerve tension, lumbar extension, sciatica stretches, how to fix sciatica pain at home, immediate relief for sciatica pain, back pain exercises, rehab fix #Sciatica #SciaticNervePain #SciaticaExercises #BackPain #LowerBackPain #DiscHerniation #BulgingDisc #PinchedNerve #PhysicalTherapy #RehabFix

  4. Aug 4

    How to Fix a Bulging Disc at Home Without Surgery | 3-Step Recovery Plan (FAST Relief)

    Learn how to fix your pain with our “Centralization Process” here! https://rebrand.ly/ytpainfree Submit an application to work with us 1:1 and learn how to fix your low back! ⁠www.therehabfix.com/low-back-program⁠ To view hundreds of free low back videos please follow us on instagram at @rehabfix ⁠www.instagram.com/rehabfix⁠ Disc bulge, disc herniation, sciatica, and lower back pain often get worse because people are stretching the wrong thing. If it hurts to bend forward or stretch your hamstrings, the problem usually isn't in your legs—it's your spine. In this video, you'll learn why hamstring stretches can make a disc bulge worse, and I'll walk you through a 3-step protocol to reduce disc pressure, relieve sciatic nerve pain, restore movement, and strengthen your lower back for long-term recovery. 📲 Want a personalized recovery plan? Text “PAIN” to +1 (317) 751-9509 and get my FREE Back Pain Fix Demo Apply for my 1:1 Online Low Back Program: www.therehabfix.com/low-back-program Hundreds of free videos on Instagram: @rehabfix → www.instagram.com/rehabfix ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction00:41 – Why hamstring stretches make disc bulges worse 02:05 – How a disc bulge actually causes pain 03:27 – Step 1: Tactical Frog (Hip Decompression) 04:18 – Step 2: Press-Up Extension (Reduce Disc Pressure) 05:59 – Step 3: Elevated Glute Bridge (Strengthen Your Spine) 07:25 – Why you need a personalized recovery plan 🔍 Keywords That Brought You Here disc bulge,disc bulge exercises,disc bulge treatment,disc herniation,herniated disc exercises,herniated disc treatment,sciatica,sciatic nerve pain,lower back pain,back pain relief,disc bulge relief,bulging disc exercises,lumbar disc bulge,lumbar disc herniation, stop stretching hamstrings,hamstring stretch back pain,hamstring stretches for lower back pain,pain bending forward, back pain when bending, lumbar extension exercises,McKenzie press up, spinal decompression exercises, lower back exercises, RehabFix #discbulge #discherniation #sciatica #lowerbackpain #backpain #herniateddisc #backpainrelief #physicaltherapy #rehabfix #mobility

  5. Jul 31

    How to Diagnose Sciatica at Home (3 Tests + 3 Exercises to Fix It)

    Learn how to fix your pain with our “Centralization Process” here! https://rebrand.ly/ytpainfree Submit an application to work with us 1:1 and learn how to fix your low back! ⁠www.therehabfix.com/low-back-program⁠ To view hundreds of free low back videos please follow us on instagram at @rehabfix ⁠www.instagram.com/rehabfix⁠ Sciatica pain, disc herniation, and lower back pain can feel very similar, but treating the wrong condition is one of the biggest reasons people stay in pain for months or even years. In this video, you'll learn how to diagnose sciatica at home using 3 simple self-tests, followed by 3 proven exercises designed to reduce sciatic nerve pain, improve spinal mobility, and help you recover safely. I'm Dr. Grant Elliott, founder of RehabFix. We've helped thousands of people overcome sciatica, herniated discs, disc bulges, and chronic lower back pain through our one-on-one online coaching program. Today, I'll show you how to identify whether your symptoms are coming from nerve tension, piriformis syndrome, or a disc herniation, so you can stop guessing and start treating the real cause. In This Video You'll Learn: ✅ How to diagnose sciatica at home in under one minute ✅ The Slump Test to check for sciatic nerve tension ✅ How to identify piriformis syndrome and nerve irritation ✅ How to tell if a disc herniation is causing your sciatica ✅ 3 effective exercises to reduce sciatic nerve pain naturally Whether you're dealing with sciatica pain, leg pain, numbness, tingling, a herniated disc, or chronic lower back pain, these simple tests and exercises will help you better understand what's causing your symptoms and what to do next. 📲 Want a personalized recovery plan? Text “PAIN” to +1 (317) 751-9509 and get my FREE Back Pain Fix Demo Apply for my 1:1 Online Low Back Program: www.therehabfix.com/low-back-program Hundreds of free videos on Instagram: @rehabfix www.instagram.com/rehabfix ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – How to know if you really have sciatica00:45 – Why most sciatica treatments fail01:35 – Test #1: Slump Test (Sciatic Nerve Tension)02:30 – Test #2: Piriformis Test03:20 – Test #3: Disc Herniation Standing Test04:15 – Understanding your results05:10 – Exercise #1: Quadruped Spinal Decompression06:20 – Exercise #2: Moving Pigeon Nerve Mobilization07:35 – Exercise #3: Single Leg Bear Core Stability09:00 – Why you need a personalized recovery plan Keywords That Brought You Here; how to diagnose sciatica, how to diagnose sciatica at home, how to detect sciatica, how to detect sciatica pain, how to diagnose sciatica problems, how to get sciatica diagnosed, how to rule out sciatica, how to cure sciatica permanently, sciatica exercises, how to fix sciatica pain at home, how to fix sciatica pain long term, immediate relief for sciatica pain, sciatica pain relief, sciatic nerve pain, pinched nerve in lower back, leg pain treatment, hamstring pain relief, disc herniation, lower back pain, herniated disc, nerve tension, piriformis syndrome, RehabFix #sciatica #sciaticapain #discherniation #lowerbackpain #backpain #sciaticnerve #backpainrelief #physicaltherapy #rehabfix #mobility

  6. Jul 28

    4 Exercises to Strengthen Your Lower Back (Without Causing More Pain)

    Learn how to fix your pain with our “Centralization Process” here! https://rebrand.ly/ytpainfree Submit an application to work with us 1:1 and learn how to fix your low back! ⁠www.therehabfix.com/low-back-program⁠ To view hundreds of free low back videos please follow us on instagram at @rehabfix ⁠www.instagram.com/rehabfix⁠ If you're struggling with lower back pain, these 4 exercises to strengthen your lower back will help you build spinal stability, improve movement, and reduce pain without making your symptoms worse. Most people stretch a weak lower back, but if your back keeps hurting, the real solution is often strengthening your lower back muscles the right way. In this video, I walk you through four safe and effective lower back strengthening exercises designed to improve core stability, protect your spine, and help you recover from chronic low back pain. Whether you're dealing with everyday stiffness, a lumbar disc injury, or sciatica, these exercises can help you move with more confidence and build a stronger, more resilient back. In This Video You'll Learn: ✅ Why stretching isn't always the answer for lower back pain ✅ 4 safe exercises to strengthen your lower back without increasing pain ✅ How to improve spinal stability and core endurance ✅ The best way to build a stronger lower back for long-term relief ✅ Common mistakes that keep low back pain coming back 📲 Work With Me Text “PAIN” to +1 (317) 751-9509 and get my FREE Back Pain Fix Demo Apply for my 1:1 Online Low Back Program: www.therehabfix.com/low-back-program Hundreds of free videos on Instagram: @rehabfix → www.instagram.com/rehabfix ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 Why Most Low Back Strength Exercises Fail 02:45 Exercise #1 – Bird Dog (Done Correctly) 04:35 Exercise #2 – Dead Bug 05:44 Exercise #3 – Farmer's Carry 07:19 Exercise #4 – Romanian Deadlift (RDL) 09:17 How to Build a Long-Term Recovery Plan Keywords That Brought You Here: lower back pain exercises, exercises for lower back pain, strengthen lower back, lower back exercises, back pain exercises, lower back workout, lower back strengthening, best lower back exercises, back strengthening exercises, lower back stretches, back pain relief, low back pain, lower back pain relief, disc herniation exercises, herniated disc exercises, sciatica exercises, bird dog exercise, dead bug exercise, farmer carry, Romanian deadlift, RDL exercise, core stability, spine stability, lumbar strengthening, back rehab exercises, physical therapy exercises, lumbar exercises, spinal health, Rehab Fix, Dr Grant Elliott #backpain #lowbackpain #discherniation #sciatica #corestrength #spinalstability #rehab #physicaltherapy #fitness #backpainrelief

  7. Jul 21

    The 3 Core Strength Tests Every Back Pain Sufferer Should Try

    Learn how to fix your pain with our “Centralization Process” here! https://rebrand.ly/ytpainfree Submit an application to work with us 1:1 and learn how to fix your low back! ⁠www.therehabfix.com/low-back-program⁠ To view hundreds of free low back videos please follow us on instagram at @rehabfix ⁠www.instagram.com/rehabfix⁠ Core endurance, low back pain, and core stability may be far more important than traditional ab workouts when it comes to protecting your spine. In this video, I put myself through 3 of the most researched core endurance tests used in the scientific literature to evaluate spinal stability and potential low back pain risk. Most people believe that having a strong core means doing more sit-ups, crunches, or lifting heavier weights. But research suggests that core endurance—not maximum strength—is much more closely associated with spinal health and low back pain prevention. Today I'm testing my own core using the Side Plank Endurance Test, Trunk Flexor Endurance Test, and Lumbar Extensor Endurance Test to see if I meet the standards associated with a healthy spine. Along the way, I'll explain exactly what each test measures, why it matters, how to interpret your results, and what the research says about back pain. If you're dealing with low back pain, disc herniation, sciatica, spinal instability, weak core muscles, or chronic stiffness, this video will help you better understand whether core endurance is something you should actually be training. What You'll Learn ✅ The 3 most researched core endurance tests ✅ Side Plank Endurance Test explained ✅ Trunk Flexor Endurance Test explained ✅ Lumbar Extensor Endurance Test explained ✅ Normal endurance scores for healthy adults ✅ The endurance ratios associated with spinal health 📲 Work With Me ✅ Text “PAIN” to +1 (317) 751-9509 to get my FREE Back Pain Fix Demo. 👉 Apply for my 1:1 Online Low Back Program: www.therehabfix.com/low-back-program 📸 Follow @rehabfix on Instagram for hundreds of free low back and hip videos:www.instagram.com/rehabfix Time Stamps 00:00 Introduction 00:23 Test #1 – Side Plank Endurance Test 05:36 Test #2 – Trunk Flexor Endurance Test0 8:57 Test #3 – Lumbar Extensor Endurance Test 13:24 Comparing All Three Test Scores 15:19 The right plan for long-term recovery Keywords: core endurance,core endurance test,core stability,core strength,back pain test,low back pain,lower back pain,low back pain exercises,core exercises for back pain,McGill Big 3,Stuart McGill,side plank test,side bridge endurance test,trunk flexor endurance test,lumbar extensor endurance test,spinal stability,spine stability,lumbar stability,weak core,strong core,core workout,abs for back pain,disc herniation, herniated disc, bulging disc,sciatica,sciatic nerve pain,chronic back pain,back pain relief,physical therapy, rehabilitation,spine health,rehab fix, Dr Grant Elliott,back pain exercises,back pain treatment,lumbar endurance,posterior chain,multifidus, QL muscle,transverse abdominis,obliques,lumbar erectors,core endurance standards,spine endurance,healthy spine,prevent back pain #backpain #corestrength #corestability #lowbackpain #discherniation #sciatica #physicaltherapy #rehab #mobility #fitness

  8. Jul 14

    5 Disc Herniation & Sciatica Myths Keeping You in Pain (STOP Doing These!)

    Learn how to fix your pain with our “Centralization Process” here! https://rebrand.ly/ytpainfree Submit an application to work with us 1:1 and learn how to fix your low back! ⁠www.therehabfix.com/low-back-program⁠ To view hundreds of free low back videos please follow us on instagram at @rehabfix ⁠www.instagram.com/rehabfix⁠ Disc Herniation, Sciatica, and Low Back Pain recovery starts with the right information. If you believe common myths about disc herniation, sciatica, or lower back pain, you could be unintentionally making your symptoms worse and delaying your recovery. In this video, I break down the 5 biggest myths that prevent people from recovering from herniated discs, bulging discs, pinched nerves, and sciatica. You'll learn why stretching your hamstrings isn't always the answer, why most people don't need surgery, why rest often makes back pain worse, and what actually helps your spine heal naturally. If you've been told to "just stretch," "stop moving," or "learn to live with it," this video will help you understand what the research actually says and what you should be doing instead. In this video you'll learn: ✅ Why stretching tight hamstrings can make sciatica worse ✅ The truth about disc herniation surgery ✅ Why resting your back delays recovery ✅ Why sciatica isn't just tight muscles ✅ Why your spine is stronger than you think ✅ How to build a long-term recovery plan Whether you're dealing with disc herniation, lumbar disc bulge, sciatica, chronic low back pain, nerve pain, or a pinched nerve, these evidence-based concepts will help you stop making your pain worse and start moving toward lasting recovery. 📲 Work With Me ✅ Text “PAIN” to +1 (317) 751-9509 to get my FREE Back Pain Fix Demo. 👉 Apply for my 1:1 Online Low Back Program: www.therehabfix.com/low-back-program 📸 Follow @rehabfix on Instagram for hundreds of free low back and hip videos:www.instagram.com/rehabfix ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 The biggest myths about disc herniation & sciatica 01:16 Myth #1: Stretch your hamstrings 02:43 Myth #2: You need surgery 04:01 Myth #3: Rest until it heals 05:22 Myth #4: It's just tight muscles 06:15 Myth #5: You'll never heal 07:17 What actually helps you recover 07:54 The right plan for long-term recovery 🔥 Keywords disc herniation, herniated disc, bulging disc, sciatica, sciatica relief, sciatica treatment, sciatic nerve pain, low back pain, lower back pain relief, back pain treatment, disc herniation recovery, herniated disc treatment, lumbar disc herniation, lumbar disc bulge, spinal decompression, back pain myths, sciatica myths, herniated disc myths, low back pain myths, pinched nerve, nerve pain relief, physical therapy, McKenzie exercises, back pain exercises, sciatica exercises, lumbar spine, lumbar extension, core stability, spine rehabilitation, RehabFix #Sciatica #DiscHerniation #LowerBackPain #BackPainRelief #SciaticNerve #HerniatedDisc #BackPain #PhysicalTherapy #SpinalHealth #RehabFix

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The Low Back Pain Podcast is for individuals suffering from low back issues that are struggling to find the help they deserve. Learn about what you can do to take control and resolve your own issues with low back pain, disc herniations, or sciatica!

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  • Creator
    Dr. Grant Elliott
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    280
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    © Dr. Grant Elliott

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