Rob Jordan Physical Therapist talks about back pain.

[cinnamonrockk]

thanks for your video.. please make more videos such as for stroke, arthritis exercises and others.

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[alhaddawim]

Hi Rob, do you have a clinic where I can come to consult you regarding my back problem? thx

[rjordanpt]

. The tire gets a bulge in it, but does not lose air.)

A ruptured disc is when the disc has a blow-out and all of the paste leaks out. The bulge and the herniation can both be extremely painful because they press against the nerve roots which exit the spine right behind the disc. Typically, a bulging disc will cause pain radiating into the butt and leg, but not usually below the knee.

[cupex69]

great info! thanks... does a mild herniated l5 disk regenerate or heals back to 100%. or is it always gonna be weak or prone to another but/leg pain in time?

considering one takes proper care afterwards, lifting things properly, strengthening abs and so forth..

thank you for ur time and response.

[rjordanpt]

Disc injuries are known as cumulative trauma. In other words, the damage adds up over time. The disc has a poor blood supply and does not heal well. You need to be careful. You may want to see a PT for a home rehab program called lumbar stabilization. Not just abdominals but other muscles as well. You cannot be overweight and you need to be strong. A PT can help you with that. Good luck.

[cupex69]

thax for ur help... theres way too much info n the web. good video.... helping others out... good stuff

[cupex69]

question. im 26 herniated l5 disk (mild). my doc sent me to rest for 2 weeks and i am pain free. i asked him about this exercise he told me that arching my back like that actually reduces the space bet the vertebrates pushing my disk even further.

could u explain this to me (i dont know anythingabout this, but my logic says that it actually closes the space.. i am confused as u can see..

thanks

[rjordanpt]

The vertebrae are stacked one on top of another, like wooden blocks. The discs are like spacers that separate the vertebrae. Each disc is made up of tough outer rings with a liquid center that about the consistency of toothpaste. A bulging disc is the result of a tear in the outer rings which allows the "toothpaste" to leak out (like when you hit a curb with your car and damage the tire. The tire gets a bulge in it, but does not lose air.)

[rjordanpt]

The vertebrae are stacked one on top of another, like wooden blocks. The discs are like spacers that separate the vertebrae. Each disc is made up of tough outer rings with a liquid center that about the consistency of toothpaste. A bulging disc is the result of a tear in the outer rings which allows the "toothpaste" to leak out (like when you hit a curb with your car and damage the tire

[Jamesdavis911]

Nice video

[hislivingsacrifice]

Ouch, I hope your back feels better soon Sean.  Glad you've got Rob. Great video Rob, very information.