Assessing severity and risks of T12–L1 herniation

EP. 156: On today’s episode of the Dr. Tyna Show, I candidly share my recent journey through how I herniated a disc in my back and bounced back quickly. From excruciating pain to significant relief within days, I'll walk you through the personal and medical insights gained during this experience. I’m sharing practical advice on managing and treating disc herniation, dispelling common fears, and exploring crucial steps—from the initial injury to recovery milestones. Whether you're navigating your own spinal health challenges or seeking prevention strategies, this episode offers invaluable wisdom and actionable tips to reclaim your well-being.

On This Episode I Cover:

• 01:10 - My medical history  
• 06:33 - Degenerative disc disease 
• 07:10 - Recent transition in my spinal health 
• 09:57 - The risks of loaded flexion 
• 11:09 - How to get up after injuring your back
• 12:49 - Categorizing the injury 
• 16:31 - Creating a treatment plan
• 19:07 - The physiology of herniating a disk 
• 24:27 - Conditioning during a back injury
• 31:17 - Rest and nutrition
• 32:43 - The importance of strength training & prevention 
• 37:40 - Who’s at risk for disc herniation 
• 41:27 - Traction exercises 
• 45:13 - Controlled Extension & Mckenzie Protocol 
• 46:31 - Feeling the disc go back into place 
• 48:45 - Final tips for healing a herniated disc 
• 52:21 - Surgery and motor loss 

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Further Listening:

• EP. 139: Algae 101 | Catherine Arnston of Energy Bits
• Ozempic Uncovered Podcast Series:
• EP 106: Ozempic Done Right Part 1 | Solo Episode
• EP 107: Ozempic Done Right Part 2 | Solo Episode
• EP. 109: Ozempic Done Right Part 3 | Solo Episode
• EP. 129: Ozempic Done Right Part 4: Sustained Weight Loss | Solo Episode
• EP. 132: Ozempic Done Right Part 5: Osteoarthritis + GLP1 Agonists | Solo Episode

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