In this episode, Dr. Ryan Peebles, Doctor of Physical Therapy and founder of Core Balance Training, breaks down a critical but often misunderstood issue: how prolonged rest and inactivity can quietly turn acute back pain into a chronic problem. Using a real-world example of a patient told to stop all physical activity for three months, Ryan explains why inactivity accelerates spinal instability, degeneration, and fear-based movement patterns.

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Disclaimer: All content is for educational purposes only. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before beginning any exercise or rehabilitation program.

Episode Chapters:

00:00:00 — Why chronic back pain often starts with the wrong response
00:04:30 — The dangerous medical advice
00:10:00 — How inactivity creates instability, degeneration, and fear of movement
00:16:30 — Why the spine needs movement, not protection, to heal
00:22:00 — Muscle atrophy and loss of control
00:28:30 — Fear avoidance: how pain becomes chronic without new injury
00:41:30 — Movement quality vs exercise quantity in back pain recovery
00:48:30 — Rebuilding stability safely after spasms or flare-ups
00:55:30 — How to resume activity without re-injuring your back
01:02:30 — Long-term recovery roadmap