Everything Disc (From Pain To Play) W/ Dr. Troy Dreiling

Dr. Troy M. Dreiling

Got back pain? Come in for a FREE Spine Consultation: https://vancouverdisccenter.com/ Mention "Spotify" and get a special gift Welcome to Everything Disc: From pain to play (and maybe some golf too) with Dr. Troy Dreiling, D.C. If you think chiropractic is “just backs,” think bigger. Your spine influences sleep, stress, mood, digestion, balance, and how confidently you move through the day. Each episode gives you clear, practical steps to protect your discs, reduce pain, and rebuild trust in your body—without the hype. Inside you’ll hear: Real cases explained in plain English (what helped and why).Expert talks with leaders in chiropractic, spine health, and recovery—and sometimes a golf pro on staying pain-free on the course.Simple wins you can try today for better sleep, less stress, and stronger movement. If you’re dealing with herniated or bulging discs, sciatica, stenosis, post-surgery frustration, or you’re just tired of “managing” pain, you’re in the right place. We’ll help you move from fear to confidence—so you can work, play, and live again. Recorded in Vancouver, Washington—made for anyone who wants less pain and more life. Education only. Not medical advice.

  1. May 20

    If Your Pain Isn’t Improving, It’s Probably a Disc

    Book your FREE Spine Consultation here: 👉 https://vancouverdisccenter.com/ (Mention “Spotify” when booking) Settled Too Early? Your Back Will Pay Later What if the biggest mistake after a car accident isn’t the crash… but signing too soon? In this episode of Everything Disc: From Pain to Play, Dr. Troy sits down with Jason Workman a former insurance insider who now helps injured people navigate accident claims the right way. They break down what really happens inside insurance companies, why “no damage to the car” means nothing, and how disc and spine injuries can show up weeks or even months later. If you’ve been rear-ended, pressured to settle, or told you’re “fine” — this could save you years of pain and regret. This episode isn’t just about claims. It’s about protecting your spine, your health, and your future. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why “minor” rear-end accidents can create serious disc injuries • Why pain often shows up days (or weeks) after the crash • The biggest mistake people make when settling too early • Why urgent care doesn’t address the real spine problem • How early documentation and proper imaging protect your long-term health ⏱ Timestamps 0:00 – The mistake people make after accidents 3:10 – How rear-end crashes damage discs 8:30 – Why pain shows up later 12:40 – The early settlement trap 18:00 – Why urgent care isn’t enough 23:30 – When MRI imaging becomes critical 29:00 – What protecting your spine really means Who this episode is for: • Anyone recently in a car accident (even “minor” ones) • People with neck pain, headaches, dizziness after a crash • Anyone being pressured to settle early • Young adults who think they’re “fine” • People who want to avoid chronic pain and medications If you’ve been in a crash and something doesn’t feel right — don’t ignore it. 👨‍⚕️ About the Host Dr. Troy M. Dreiling, DC Founder of Everything Disc – From Pain to Play Dr. Troy helps patients restore function, eliminate disc pain, and avoid unnecessary surgery through advanced spinal decompression and non-surgical spine care. LINKS: https://vancouverdisccenter.com/ Zenaptic Chiropractic: https://zenaptic.com/ Clinic site: https://www.zenapticchiropractic.com/ Dr. Troy’s site: https://drtroydreiling.com/ About Dr. Troy & team: https://www.thevancouverchiropractor.com/ B3 Bands info: https://zenaptichealth.com/products/b3-bands Got back pain? Come in for a FREE Spine Consultation: 👉 https://vancouverdisccenter.com/ Mention “Spotify” and receive a special gift.

    32 min
  2. Mar 25

    STOP Heating Your Disc Injury (Do This Instead)

    Why do so many disc injuries keep flaring up even after meds, injections, or “rest”? In this episode of Everything Disc: From Pain to Play, Dr. Troy sits down with Dr. Nicholas Knutson from Charlotte, North Carolina. With a background in strength training, competitive sports, upper cervical care, and decompression therapy, Dr. Nick explains why so many disc cases get treated backwards. They talk through real-world disc injuries from car accidents and weightlifting, why heating pads often make flare-ups worse, how decompression helps rehydrate discs, and why structure, not just symptoms, matters for long-term healing. If you’re tired of chasing pain and want real answers, this episode is for you. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why heating pads can worsen disc inflammation • The real causes behind disc injuries like lifting, torque, and car accidents • Why NSAIDs, muscle relaxers, and injections often fail • How decompression helps restore hydration to spinal discs • Why fixing structure can help prevent recurring flare-ups Timestamps 0:00 – Meet Dr. Nick 6:30 – Why heat makes disc pain worse 11:30 – The typical failed medical path: heat, meds, shots 15:30 – How decompression helps discs heal 18:10 – Real disc case: tripping mechanic success story Who this episode is for: • People with disc injuries or recurring back pain • Lifters and CrossFit athletes with flare-ups • Patients stuck in the heat → meds → injection cycle • Anyone told surgery might be next • People who want real structural healing About the host Dr. Troy M. Dreiling, DC Founder of Everything Disc: From Pain to Play Dr. Troy helps patients restore function, performance, and independence using advanced spinal decompression and non-surgical disc care. Links Vancouver Disc Center https://vancouverdisccenter.com/ Zenaptic Chiropractic https://zenaptic.com/ Clinic site https://www.zenapticchiropractic.com/ Dr. Troy’s site https://drtroydreiling.com/ About Dr. Troy & team https://www.thevancouverchiropractor.com/ B3 Bands https://zenaptichealth.com/products/b3-bands Got back pain? Come in for a FREE Spine Consultation: https://vancouverdisccenter.com/ Mention “Spotify” and receive a special gift.

    14 min
  3. Mar 17

    Heat Is Making Your Injury Worse W/ Dr. Nicholas Knutson

    Book your FREE Spine Consultation here: 👉 https://vancouverdisccenter.com/ (Mention “YouTube” when booking) 🎙️ Episode Title Why Heat Makes Disc Pain Worse (And What To Do Instead) What actually helps a disc injury heal — and what secretly makes it worse? In this episode of Everything Disc: From Pain to Play, Dr. Troy sits down with Dr. Nicholas Knutson from Charlotte, North Carolina. With over 16 years in practice and a background in strength training and competitive sports, Dr. Nick breaks down how disc injuries really happen — and why most people treat them the wrong way. They discuss why heating pads often make disc flare-ups worse, how decompression actually rehydrates discs, why structure matters more than chasing symptoms, and how recovery tools like cold plunge and infrared therapy are changing the game. If you’re dealing with disc pain, radiculopathy, sciatica, lifting injuries, or recurring flare-ups — this episode will change how you think about healing. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why heating pads can make disc injuries worse • How disc injuries happen (car accidents, lifting, rotation stress) • Why decompression works when meds and injections fail • How structure (not just muscles) determines long-term healing • The recovery habits that help your body heal faster ⏱ Timestamps 0:00 – Meet Dr. Nick + his sports background 6:30 – Why heat makes disc pain worse 12:30 – The typical failed medical path (heat, meds, shots) 15:30 – How decompression actually heals discs 20:50 – Cold plunge, recovery, and performance habits Who this episode is for: • People with disc injuries or recurring back pain • Lifters, athletes, and weekend warriors • Patients stuck using heat and medications without real results • Anyone told injections or surgery are their only options • People who want to heal properly — not just mask symptoms If you’re tired of short-term fixes and want real structural healing, this conversation will give you clarity. 👨‍⚕️ About the Host Dr. Troy M. Dreiling, DC Founder of Everything Disc – From Pain to Play Dr. Troy helps patients restore function, performance, and independence using advanced spinal decompression and non-surgical disc solutions. LINKS: https://vancouverdisccenter.com/ Zenaptic Chiropractic: https://zenaptic.com/ Clinic site: https://www.zenapticchiropractic.com/ Dr. Troy’s site: https://drtroydreiling.com/ About Dr. Troy & team: https://www.thevancouverchiropractor.com/ B3 Bands info: https://zenaptichealth.com/products/b3-bands Got back pain? Come in for a FREE Spine Consultation: 👉 https://vancouverdisccenter.com/ Mention “YouTube” and receive a special gift.

    31 min
  4. Mar 8

    The 3 Things Keeping You in Pain (And Off the Golf Course)

    Stop Letting Pain Win: How to Fix Your Joints, Eat for Healing & Play Golf for Life (with Adrian Cagigas) In this episode of Everything Disc, Dr. Troy sits down with licensed athletic trainer & sports medicine coach Adrian Cagigas, owner of Uptown Sports Medicine in Salmon Creek, Washington. They break down: Why pain doesn’t mean you should stop moving The biggest diet mistakes keeping people inflamed and injured How walking + mobility work can literally change your life What most golfers get wrong about fitness (and the one skill that actually drops scores) If you’ve got joint pain, disc issues, or you just want to feel stronger and play golf for decades, this one’s for you. In this episode, you’ll learn: The most common joint & disc-related problems Adrian sees in “normal” people (not just athletes) How hip and core imbalances quietly wreck your back, knees, and shoulders Why pain is a terrible coach (and how to use it as a signal, not a sentence) The truth about alcohol, sugar, and processed foods when you’re trying to heal Why you can’t “outwork” a bad diet, even if you live in the gym The simple weekly formula: walking + basic mobility + resistance training How to think about pain if you’re scared to move or worried about making it worse Why walking 18 holes of golf might be the best “fitness plan” for your 50s, 60s, and beyond The one skill Adrian says will improve most golfers’ scores faster than anything else (hint: it’s not driver speed) If you’re dealing with disc pain, sciatica, or chronic back issues 👉 Request a Free Decompression / Disc Evaluation Get checked to see if non-surgical spinal decompression could help: *Vancouver Disc Center* – Vancouver, WA 🔗 https://www.vancouverdisccenter.com 👉 Need a chiropractor for long-term spine & nervous system health? Learn more about Dr. Troy’s clinic, services, and patient success stories: *Zenaptic Chiropractic* – Vancouver, WA 🔗 https://www.zenapticchiropractic.com --- Work with Adrian (Sports Medicine & Performance) If you’re near Salmon Creek, WA and want help with: Injury rehab Sports performance Strength & mobility for golf or daily life Search for “Uptown Sports Medicine Salmon Creek” to find Adrian’s clinic and get in touch. --- Connect with Dr. Troy Stay plugged into Everything Disc and Dr. Troy’s world: 🌐 Zenaptic Chiropractic (Chiropractic & Wellness) https://www.zenapticchiropractic.com 🌐 Vancouver Disc Center (Spinal Decompression & Disc Care) https://www.vancouverdisccenter.com If this episode helped you, share it with a friend who golfs, lives with back pain, or needs a little push to start moving again. 💪

    27 min
  5. Mar 7

    They Said He Needed Surgery. Infection. Pain 10/10. Here’s What Worked.

    Joseph’s Story: From Failed Back Surgery to Golfing 3x/Week Again In this episode of Everything Disc: From Pain to Play, Dr. Troy Dreiling sits down with Joseph, an avid golfer who flew in from Maui after a failed back surgery and a serious post-surgical infection left him in constant pain. Joseph had: A lumbar laminectomy (bone removed from the back of the spine)Ongoing stenosis (narrowing around the nerves)8–10/10 pain shooting into both legs and feetA full year with NO golfSleepless nights and zero quality of life After discovering the Vancouver Disc Center, going through his infection treatment, and then committing to a spinal decompression care plan, Joseph’s pain dropped to a 1/10 — and he’s now: Back to golfing 3 times a weekWalking again without crippling painCompeting at his club and even taking 2nd place in a year-end tournament His message to other golfers and back-pain sufferers: 👉 “Never give up.” 🎯 If you’re dealing with: Chronic low back painLeg or foot painStenosis, herniated or bulging discsPost-surgical pain that never really went awayOr you’ve been told surgery is your “only” option… …this episode shows what’s possible when you give your spine a chance to heal with non-surgical spinal decompression and a proper follow-through plan. 📞 Book a consultation To find out if you’re a candidate for spinal decompression with Dr. Troy and the team: Visit the Vancouver Disc Center site and request a consultation: https://vancouverdisccenter.com Or contact Zenaptic Chiropractic through: https://zenaptic.comhttps://zenapticchiropractic.com

    6 min
  6. Mar 6

    How to Play Golf Longer by Fixing Your Daily Habits w/ Dr. Troy

    In this episode of Everything Disc, Dr. Troy Dreiling sits down with Pablo (the behind-the-scenes podcast guy) for a rapid-fire conversation on why golfers break down — and why it’s rarely “just your swing.” They talk about the most common spine issues golfers deal with (low back, hips, neck, shoulders), why “pounding balls” without warming up destroys joints over time, and why the real performance killer is usually poor recovery + bad fuel + no rhythm. Dr. Troy also breaks down the overlooked basics that drive chronic pain patterns: skipping breakfast, living on processed carbs, dehydration, adrenal fatigue, and training in a constant “go-go-go” state — then expecting your body to perform like a Ferrari. Even if you don’t golf, this episode is a masterclass on sustainable health, longevity, and how to stop breaking your body down with your daily habits. What you will learn: The most common spinal issues golfers experience (and why they happen)Why “pain is just the symptom” and what’s usually causing it underneathHow vague recovery habits lead to chronic back, hip, neck, and shoulder flare-upsWhy skipping breakfast can keep your body in breakdown modeHow processed carbs and sugar can fuel inflammation and chronic pain patternsWhy most people don’t warm up correctly (and what a real warmup looks like)The difference between range habits vs real golf (and why repetitive pounding injures joints)How to build a “rhythm” of stress + recovery (like the tide coming in and out)Simple foundational habits: water, sleep, protein/fats, and daily movementWhy pros recover differently — and what everyday golfers can copy Mentioned in this episode: Spinal decompression at Vancouver Disc CenterLight therapy (infrared and LED laser for inflammation and healing)Discat Plus Enhanced for disc repair and hydration supportDisc and Joint Pain Relief Complex for inflammation and low back painWuji Karela (chlorella) for detox, gut health and lower inflammation Connect with Dr. Troy and Vancouver Disc Center: Vancouver Disc Center Website: https://vancouverdisccenter.com/free-... Zenaptic Chiropractic Website: https://www.zenapticchiropractic.com/ Zenaptic Health Products: https://zenaptichealth.com/ ABOUT THE PODCAST – EVERYTHING DISC Everything Disc with Dr. Troy Dreiling is for people who are tired of living in pain and want clear, real world answers about disc problems, sciatica and spine health. From pain to play is the mission – helping you go from daily pain and flare ups back to the activities you love, whether that is golf, gardening, playing with your grandkids or simply putting your shoes on without thinking about your back.

    28 min
  7. Mar 5

    She Went From Wheelchair To Walking Again (Without Back Surgery)

    In this episode of Everything Disc, Dr. Troy Dreiling sits down with Nicole from Vancouver Disc Center to talk about what actually happens on the spinal decompression table and why so many patients go from constant flare ups to finally getting their life back. Nicole shares her own story of herniating a disc at 30, being told she needed surgery, and how decompression plus the right home care changed her day to day life. She also walks through real patient cases, including a man who came in using a wheelchair and left walking on his own. If you have disc pain, sciatica, numbness, or you have been told you need back surgery, this episode will help you understand your options. What you will learn: What spinal decompression actually does for your discs and nervesWhy complete muscle relaxation on the table is so importantThe “jelly donut” analogy and how decompression helps pull the jelly back inReal patient stories, from wheelchair to walking and from hobbling to standing tallHow long it usually takes to start feeling a differenceWhy doing your homework at home (brace, ice, stretches) changes your resultsThe role of light therapy and why infrared laser speeds up healingThe supplements Dr. Troy’s team uses to support disc health and lower inflammationWhy many people feel better on decompression even after trying injections or surgeryHow results can keep improving for up to a year after finishing your main plan Mentioned in this episode: Spinal decompression at Vancouver Disc CenterLight therapy (infrared and LED laser for inflammation and healing)Discat Plus Enhanced for disc repair and hydration supportDisc and Joint Pain Relief Complex for inflammation and low back painWuji Karela (chlorella) for detox, gut health and lower inflammation Connect with Dr. Troy and Vancouver Disc Center: Vancouver Disc Center Website:https://vancouverdisccenter.com/free-... Zenaptic Chiropractic Website:https://www.zenapticchiropractic.com/ Zenaptic Health Products:https://zenaptichealth.com/ ABOUT THE PODCAST – EVERYTHING DISC Everything Disc with Dr. Troy Dreiling is for people who are tired of living in pain and want clear, real world answers about disc problems, sciatica and spine health. From pain to play is the mission – helping you go from daily pain and flare ups back to the activities you love, whether that is golf, gardening, playing with your grandkids or simply putting your shoes on without thinking about your back. Host: Dr. Troy M. Dreiling – chiropractor, disc specialist and founder of Vancouver Disc Center and Zenaptic Chiropractic. If you are ready to explore non surgical options for disc pain, tune in to more episodes and reach out to schedule your consultation.

    23 min
  8. Mar 4

    The Reason Why Spine Doctors Say “Try This Before Surgery” w/. Dr. Steven Thane

    Book your FREE Spine Consultation here: 👉 https://vancouverdisccenter.com/ (Mention “Spotify” when booking) Spinal Decompression vs Surgery: The 90% Success Alternative Most Patients Never Hear About What if you had a 90% chance of getting better without surgery — would you try it first? In this episode of Everything Disc: From Pain to Play, Dr. Troy Dreiling sits down with Dr. Steven Thane, a 39-year chiropractic veteran and leader with Disc Centers of America, to expose why spinal decompression remains one of the most underutilized, misunderstood, and powerful non-surgical solutions for disc injuries. Dr. Thane shares real patient stories, MRI-documented recoveries, and hard truths about surgery, injections, and why so many patients say: “Why didn’t anyone tell me about this sooner?” If you’re dealing with disc herniation, sciatica, stenosis, chronic back pain, or failed treatments — this episode could change your life. 👨‍⚕️ WHO THIS EPISODE IS FOR • Disc herniation & sciatica sufferers • Failed chiropractic, PT, injections, or surgery • People told surgery is their only option • Chronic pain patients who can’t sleep • Anyone seeking non-surgical answers 👨‍⚕️ About the Host Dr. Troy M. Dreiling, DC Founder of Everything Disc – From Pain to Play Helping patients restore function, performance, and quality of life without unnecessary surgery. LINKS: https://vancouverdisccenter.com/ Zenaptic Chiropractic: https://zenaptic.com/ Clinic site: https://www.zenapticchiropractic.com/ Dr. Troy’s site: https://drtroydreiling.com/ About Dr. Troy & team: https://www.thevancouverchiropractor.... B3 Bands info: https://zenaptichealth.com/products/b... Got back pain? Come in for a FREE Spine Consultation: 👉 https://vancouverdisccenter.com/ Mention “Spotify" and receive a special gift

    29 min

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Got back pain? Come in for a FREE Spine Consultation: https://vancouverdisccenter.com/ Mention "Spotify" and get a special gift Welcome to Everything Disc: From pain to play (and maybe some golf too) with Dr. Troy Dreiling, D.C. If you think chiropractic is “just backs,” think bigger. Your spine influences sleep, stress, mood, digestion, balance, and how confidently you move through the day. Each episode gives you clear, practical steps to protect your discs, reduce pain, and rebuild trust in your body—without the hype. Inside you’ll hear: Real cases explained in plain English (what helped and why).Expert talks with leaders in chiropractic, spine health, and recovery—and sometimes a golf pro on staying pain-free on the course.Simple wins you can try today for better sleep, less stress, and stronger movement. If you’re dealing with herniated or bulging discs, sciatica, stenosis, post-surgery frustration, or you’re just tired of “managing” pain, you’re in the right place. We’ll help you move from fear to confidence—so you can work, play, and live again. Recorded in Vancouver, Washington—made for anyone who wants less pain and more life. Education only. Not medical advice.