If you’ve been told to stretch your hamstrings for sciatica relief, you could be making things worse.

In this episode of Back At It with Dr. Decompression, Dr. JD Dudum explains why common stretches like touching your toes can actually increase pressure on a herniated disc and aggravate the sciatic nerve. He breaks down what’s really causing the pain—disc pressure, not tight muscles—and what to do instead.

Dr. JD walks you through three extension-based movements that can help relieve nerve pressure and reduce pain: the prone press, cobra pose, and bird dog. These simple but powerful exercises are designed to support healing and avoid the mistakes that often slow recovery.

If you’re dealing with sciatica and want to avoid surgery, injections, or endless flare-ups, this episode offers real answers and a clear path forward.

00:44 – What really causes sciatica: herniated or bulging discs 02:10 – What to do instead: the prone press explained 03:00 – Upgrading to cobra pose for deeper relief 04:05 – Bird dog exercise and how to do it safely 06:10 – Jonathan’s story: 6mm disc herniation and his breakthrough 07:30 – How decompression therapy accelerated his healing

#SciaticaRelief #HerniatedDisc #BackPainSolutions #SpinalDecompression

#AvoidBackSurgery #ChiropracticCare #NaturalPainRelief

What would make a successful chiropractor completely change the way he practices?

In this powerful and personal episode, Dr. JD Dudum opens up about the moment everything shifted—from following a traditional chiropractic model to building one of the leading spinal decompression centers in California.

You’ll hear how a career-altering disc injury left him facing the same fears many of his patients feel—chronic pain, sleepless nights, and the looming threat of spinal surgery. Desperate for relief, he turned to spinal decompression… and the results changed his life.

Dr. JD also shares the game-changing case of a patient named Dan—whose massive disc herniation shocked even seasoned radiologists when post-MRI scans showed a 78% reduction in size after just weeks of decompression treatment.

This episode breaks down:

• Why many disc injuries are missed or misdiagnosed

• The difference between temporary relief and real healing

• How decompression works (in plain terms)

• What most chiropractors aren’t seeing—and why

• The proof that made Dr. JD go all in on this life-changing treatment

Whether you’re a patient looking for hope or a provider looking for answers, this episode is about more than pain—it's about a second chance at living pain-free, without surgery.

02:18 – The problem with traditional chiropractic results 03:12 – The disc injuries we often miss 04:00 – My personal disc injury story 05:18 – My first decompression experience 06:05 – Dan’s case: A disc extrusion that changed everything 07:34 – Post-MRI results that shocked a radiologist 08:42 – Going all in: why I shifted my entire practice 09:38 – The science of pressure & disc relief 10:20 – My mission to help patients avoid surgery 11:00 – Free back pain guide & closing thoughts

#SpinalDecompression #DiscHerniation #AvoidSpinalSurgery #SciaticaRelief #BackPainHelp #DoctorDecompression #ChiropracticTransformation #JDdudum

In this episode of Back At It with Dr. Decompression, Dr. JD Dudum breaks down what lumbar stenosis really is, why it develops, and how it impacts your daily life. You'll learn the common symptoms (like numbness and "shopping cart syndrome"), simple flexion-based exercises you can do at home for relief, and how spinal decompression therapy may offer a non-surgical path forward.

Plus, you'll hear the powerful case study of Jay, who avoided surgery and transformed his mobility with the right care.

If you're dealing with leg pain, numbness, or can’t walk long without discomfort—this episode could change everything.

00:00 – Intro: What is lumbar stenosis and how does it affect the spine? 01:34 – Causes: Arthritis, disc bulges, and ligament thickening 03:21 – Symptoms to watch for: Leg pain, numbness, and weakness 04:10 – “Shopping Cart Syndrome” explained 05:07 – At-home relief: 4 flexion-based exercises 08:41 – In-office solutions: Can decompression help stenosis? 10:11 – Real case: How Jay avoided spinal surgery 11:19 – Final advice and how to take the next step

#LumbarStenosis #BackPainRelief #SpinalDecompression #AvoidBackSurgery #ShoppingCartSyndrome #BackPainRelief

Tired of hearing that surgery or medication is your only option for disc herniation? In this episode of Back At It with Dr. Decompression, Dr. JD Dudum breaks down three natural, research-backed ways to avoid spinal surgery and start healing from a herniated disc—without prednisone, injections, or painkillers.

You'll learn: ✅ What to eliminate (and add) to your diet to reduce inflammation ✅ The types of movement that help your discs heal faster ✅ Why spinal decompression therapy might be the game-changer you need

If you're dealing with sciatica, lower back pain, or disc issues, this episode is packed with practical tips and powerful insights to help you get back on track—naturally.

1:05 – Step 1: Reduce inflammation through diet & supplements 3:46 – Step 2: Movement is key to healing 4:52 – McKenzie protocol explained (prone press & cobra) 5:42 – Thoracic mobility and hip stretches for disc relief 6:35 – Step 3: Spinal decompression therapy explained

#HerniatedDisc #SciaticaRelief #BackPainHelp #SpinalDecompression #NaturalHealing #AvoidBackSurgery #DiscHerniationRecovery

After performing over 40,000 spinal decompression treatments, Dr. JD Dudum breaks down the 3 most common myths patients hear from spinal surgeons—and why they’re often wrong. Drawing from real patient stories, clinical experience, and personal healing, this episode explains how to do decompression the right way—and why it’s helped thousands avoid surgery, medications, and injections.

Dr. Dudum also shares what to watch out for in bad clinics, how to avoid wasting money, and the real evidence (including pre- and post-MRIs) that proves spinal decompression can and does work long-term.

• 01:05 – Myth #1: “Decompression will make it worse.”

• 06:00 – Myth #2: “Just hang from a pull-up bar.”

• 08:25 – Myth #3: “It won’t work long term.”

• 09:10 – Dr. Dudum’s personal story: Avoiding surgery in 8 weeks

• 10:45 – MRI proof: 9% to 80% disc reduction

• 13:00 – Long-term success: Running, jumping, no fear

• 13:55 – Final recap: The truth about decompression

#SpinalDecompression #AvoidBackSurgery #DiscHerniation #BackPainRelief #ChiropracticCare #SciaticaRelief #DecompressionTherapy

If you've been told you need surgery for sciatica or chronic lower back pain, don't panic—there's a better path. In this episode, Dr. JD Dudum breaks down the research behind lumbar disc herniations, why most people heal without surgery, and how to identify the real cause of your pain. He explains what sciatica really is, how to test for it at home using the slump test, and why MRIs—when used correctly—can be a powerful tool for diagnosis and treatment planning.

Dr. Dudum also shares the powerful case study of Chad, a 40-year-old patient who suffered for 9 months with no relief, only to become pain-free in 8 weeks after the right diagnosis and spinal decompression treatment. This episode offers real hope, clear action steps, and a path to healing without going under the knife.

• 00:40 – What is sciatica? Symptoms explained

• 02:10 – Research: 90% of cases heal in 1 year

• 02:47 – Slump test: Try this at home

• 03:30 – When to get an MRI (and why it’s useful)

• 05:08 – Chad’s story: 9 months of pain, healed in 8 weeks

#SciaticaRelief #BackPainHelp #AvoidSurgery #SpinalDecompression #DiscHerniation #BackAtItPodcast #DrJDDudum #NaturalHealing #ChronicPainRecovery #YouDontNeedSurgery

Still in pain after injections, medications, or months of physical therapy? You might be treating the wrong problem. In this episode of Back At It with Dr. Decompression, Dr. JD Dudum reveals the 3 most common signs of a lumbar disc herniation—so you can stop guessing and start healing.

From coughing and sneezing to the pain of tying your shoes, these symptoms are often overlooked but critically important. Plus, hear the story of Gareth, a patient who avoided surgery and returned to golf after 8 weeks of spinal decompression therapy.

Whether your pain is new or ongoing, this episode will help you determine if a disc issue is at the root—and what to do about it.

00:42 – Symptom #1: Pain when coughing, sneezing, or straining 01:36 – Symptom #2: Struggling to put on socks or shoes 02:37 – Symptom #3: Pain, numbness, or cramping below the knee 03:40 – At-home tips: Prone press and Cobra pose 04:36 – Case study: Gareth’s disc pain and failed therapy 07:28 – Gareth’s full recovery and final advice from Dr. JD

#DiscHerniation #BackPainRelief #SpinalDecompression #NervePain #ChiropracticHealing #SciaticaRelief #BackAtItPodcast #DrJDDudum #CalfPain #LumbarDisc

If you’ve been told your back pain is coming from your SI joint—but after months of therapy and injections, you have no relief—you might be dealing with something else entirely. In this episode, Dr. JD Dudum breaks down the key differences between SI joint dysfunction and a lumbar disc herniation so you can stop guessing and start healing. He walks through the three major signs to help you tell them apart, shares a powerful case study of a woman misdiagnosed for 9 months, and explains how just three visits of decompression therapy got her 95% better.

Stop spinning your wheels on the wrong treatment plan. This episode gives you the clarity you need to understand where your pain is truly coming from—and what to do next.

• 0:52 – What is the SI joint & how it works

• 1:36 – Classic SI joint symptoms & pain patterns

• 3:47 – Patient case: pain went past the knee

• 5:12 – Disc herniation symptoms explained

• 7:15 – 3-question test to differentiate disc vs SI

• 10:04 – Cobra pose & centralization for disc injuries

#BackPainRelief #DiscHerniation #SIJointPain #SpinalDecompression #NervePain #LowBackPain #ChiropracticCare #DecompressionTherapy #BackAtItPodcast

In this powerful episode, Dr. JD Dudum shares the remarkable story of Catherine, a patient suffering from a severe L4-L5 disc herniation who was facing surgery and relying on a cane just to walk. After failed cortisone shots, physical therapy, and sleepless nights due to sciatic pain, Catherine found hope through spinal decompression therapy. Within just two weeks, she was off the cane, driving again, and sleeping through the night. Her post-MRI confirmed a 75% reduction in her disc herniation—without injections or surgery. If you or someone you love is losing hope, this episode proves healing is possible.

• 0:48 – Catherine’s symptoms: spasms, cane use, failed injections

• 2:40 – Why stretching worsens sciatica pain

• 5:20 – Two-week results: no cane, no brace, driving again

• 6:30 – Four-week update: 50% better

• 8:00 – Power Plate & retraining muscles

• 9:45 – Post-MRI proof: 75% disc reduction

#AvoidSurgery #NoInjections #SpinalDecompression #HerniatedDisc #BackPainRelief #SciaticaHelp #CatherineStory #DiscHealing #BackAtItPodcast #DrJDDudum

Struggling with neck pain that just won’t go away? In this episode, Dr. JD Dudum reveals 3 hidden signs that may point to a cervical disc herniation—plus what to do if traditional treatments haven’t worked. He shares the powerful story of Anne, a patient who tried everything from physical therapy to acupuncture and was still waking up in pain—until decompression therapy changed her life. Learn how flexion-extension x-rays helped identify instability, how proper angle-specific decompression made all the difference, and why modifying the “standard protocol” can lead to real results.

Whether you’re dealing with neck pain, rhomboid pain, or arm tingling, this episode is packed with insights that could finally explain what’s really going on—and how to fix it.

00:55 – Sign #1: Neck pain not responding to typical treatments 01:40 – Sign #2: Rhomboid stabbing pain that won’t go away 02:17 – Sign #3: Arm numbness or tingling that’s worsening 02:45 – Bonus Sign: Coughing/sneezing pain 05:05 – Anne’s case: Chronic pain, no sleep, facing injections 06:30 – Flexion-extension x-rays reveal hidden instability 08:55 – Why cervical instability is more common than lumbar 09:20 – Final advice and how to find help

#NeckPain #DiscHerniation #SpinalDecompression #CervicalSpine #NervePainRelief #RhomboidPain #AvoidSurgery #SleepBetter #BackAtItPodcast