back pain Archives - Power Rack Strength

27 Jun

Learn to Fix Your Own Back: A Conversation with Dr. Stuart McGill

In this podcast episode, I sat down once again with my good friend and mentor, Dr. Stuart McGill. For over an hour, we dig deep into the origins, purpose, and practical application of...

25 Jun

When Good Intentions Go Wrong: The Dangers of Overusing McKenzie Press-Ups for Back Pain

One of the most common mistakes I see in the rehab world is the over prescription of McKenzie-style “floppy push-ups” for low back pain. Yes, they can help in the right context, but...

20 Jun

Why I Hate the Jefferson Curl

Every few years, the fitness world gets obsessed with a new “cure-all” exercise that promises bulletproof results. One of the most persistent offenders? The Jefferson curl. Once again, I’m seeing it make the...

18 Jun

Why Bigger Disc Herniations Sometimes Heal Better

When people get their MRI results back and see the words “massive disc herniation,” it usually sends them into a tailspin. Understandably so. The word “massive” sounds catastrophic—but here’s the paradox: in some...

13 Jun

Understanding L4/L5 and L5/S1 Disc Herniations: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions

If you’ve ever reached out to me and said, “Brian, I’ve got an L4/L5 or L5/S1 disc bulge—what do I do?” you’re not alone. These are the two most commonly affected areas of...

Learn to Fix Your Own Back: A Conversation with Dr. Stuart McGill

When Good Intentions Go Wrong: The Dangers of Overusing McKenzie Press-Ups for Back Pain

Why I Hate the Jefferson Curl

Why Bigger Disc Herniations Sometimes Heal Better

Understanding L4/L5 and L5/S1 Disc Herniations: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions

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