Two different surgeons looked into my issues. My Lumbar verts looked like a derailed train. They suggested fusing the bottom 6 vents in my back.The third surgeon told me he was conservative and that surgery usually reduces pain but does not remove the pain. He suggested a book called Foundation: redefine your core.Goodman and Parks. I was taking 28 mg of dilaudid per day just to function. I did those exercises from the book and with in 2 months I was off the meds. Ive been doing the routine for 10 years now and I am 65. I lift weights and ride my exercise bike. I use the Foundation exercises for a warm up 3 days a week. takes 15 minutes. Ive suggested this to many people. My son and son in laws all have had success getting out of pain from job injuries. Please take a look. The stretches and movements are a great help in balancing my muscles. I have had no surgery on my back.
I was diagnosed with lumbar stenosis about 15 years ago, but have never really had pain. My worst issue is when I walk I can’t keep myself upright without it affecting my legs and then I can hardly walk unless I use a walker or cane. Never had surgery. Hoping to be able to take the 28 day program.
Hi sylviash Thank you for sharing your story. Very much appreciated and helpful. My spinal stenosis is Horrible pain. I can't stand up for very long. It hurts to walk. I'm going in for total right hip replacement end of September. I have bone on bone and my x-ray was terrible. It's do it now or it will be too late to get it done. I'm praying this takes away some of my problem. I hope I don't need some kind of back surgery after that. I'll be praying for you and I'll keep you in my prayers. I need All the prayers I can get. Please keep me posted on how you are doing. Thank you very much and I want to thank all the other very kind people who have shared their experiences as well. Thank you everyone. It's nice to be able to share our stories and learn from experiences. 🇺🇸👍
If you can't name, immediately, off the top of your head, the two muscles that Dr. David said to strengthen for lumbar spinal stenosis then watch the video again! (Hint: they are somewhere near the end!) He also has another video on how to strengthen at least one of them!
Had a nerve root block after being diagnosed with multi level disc generation of the lumbar spine with lateral recess stenosis worse in right than left 5 weeks ago starting to feel less pain I have been doing tai chi gentle stretching some core exercises and exercise bike this seems to be working well 😊 hope to keep working and hope to put off any surgery your videos are so helpful ❤
I have spinal stenosis, due to a car accident, in 2002. I had chronic lower back pain until 2021. I cured it, from walking excessively, for three months. My Dr. told me tho, there was no cure for it, but now I know what he meant, which is it just can't be healed. Yesterday I did a lot of work, stressing my lower back, today, no pain, just stiffness.
Hey Arthur, Thank you for sharing your success story 😄 It warms our heart to know there is individuals like yourself making significant recoveries from issues like spinal stenosis. We're glad to hear that walking routinely helped. Here are some resources you might find helpful when feeling stiff or some general back pain. “Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Help” czcams.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mYxifSEM8bNacVpyTmc3_Ys.html Back Pain Exercises & Stretches czcams.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mYkrbLk-F5KsUcHPEkdDF-u.html
Hi k j k! 👋 We are thrilled you found our video so helpful! 🙌 In case you are interested we have created a playlist on more information and exercises on Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Help! You can check it out here: “Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Help” czcams.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mYxifSEM8bNacVpyTmc3_Ys.html In case you are interested we do have additional information and exercises in an online program for back health. The 28-Day Back Health & Wellness Boost Program is designed to help people have the best chance of avoiding unnecessary surgery, injections, or having to rely on pain medications. This course guides people through exercises and stretches that target key body parts that have the greatest potential to prevent back conditions like sciatica, herniated disc, lumbar spinal stenosis, arthritis, and other back problems. To learn more please click this link: www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/back-health We wish you the best on your recovery journey! 🧡
Hi Elizabeth, You are welcome! We appreciate your kind words and the amazing energy you exude. We are so sorry to see that you have been struggling with lumbar spinal stenosis.🥺 We hope that you can feel some relief soon. In case you are interested we do have additional information and exercises in a playlist we have compiled for cervical lumbar spinal stenosis. You can check it out here: “Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Help” czcams.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mYxifSEM8bNacVpyTmc3_Ys.html We wish you all the best on your road to recovery! We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!🧡
I had laminectomy and fusion ten or more years ago and I healed wonderfully. Here I am struggle nh again, can walk a tiny distance and end up in agony. So here I am. Extremely limited.
@@deborahswett3508 Sorry. Terrible. Whatever it is going wrong, keep watching Dr. David's videos. Get on a low-carb diet with meat, veg, eggs, butter, walnuts, coconut oil.... NOT SEED OILS.... study up on seed oils and do real butter from grass fed cows and organic coconut oil. You will be so satisfied you will not have cravings. And if you have the time and energy learn about the ketogenic diet and get your body into ketosis. With my own diet I learned to cook different kinds of liver and chicken hearts. You can have bacon and eggs and butter every day and you will not be hungry if you give up the carbs. You may have to do your cooking from a wheelchair! I do a low-carb diet and it means no bread, low carb veggies only, no potatoes, no pasta. You will have to do a lot of research. Consult CZcams for Dr. Eric Berg and Dr. Ken Berry. Learn about intermittent fasting. One of the worst things for a body is eating between meals. That's all I can tell you here. ALSO PLAN TO LEARN ABOUT FASTING SO YOU CAN DO IT FOR A DAY OR TWO... IT WORKS MIRACLES. The battle will be your battle. My battle has been going on for 25 years. If you need help giving up carbs watch the Beat Diabetes! channel!
Left leg surface parisia and deep pain got me to go to to Doc. Sciatica, mild left limp, and some balance issues had been there for a couple of years. Diagnosis of two "chronic and progressive" (Doc's words) diseases; type 2 diabetes and an arthritis related degeneration of sumbar spine. Long story short; I used KETO diet to return A1c to vary between 4.8 and 5.1 and Teeter inversion routine to totally resolve symptoms of numbness, pain, weakness, balance of left leg. Doc does not know what to think; I wonder what the radiology studies would show, but not curious enough to pay for them.
I have had four operations on my back for spinal stenosis but all have been unsuccessful except one but this only helped with the pain for a couple of years. .I have only just found this site and was wondering if it is too late get any help using your info which i would have love to have had ten years ago,i am now 80 years old but istill go down the gym and keep in reasonable shape for my age.I can ride a bike ,sleep no problem,sitting no problem but i live in Devon England and there are such beautiful walks ,it is so annoying for me, so i will try your video on walking as this is a real problem as i can only walk 200 yds and then i have to stop and sit if i can but i find bending over also gives me relief.
Had a fall in uk broke bone and toe in foot injured back nothing done In Australia now had 2 ct scans showed lumbar stenosis compression disc osteoperosis. Went to physiotherapist had 2 sessions. Then i found your site on utube. Been doing exercises walking as you recommended for stenosis pain only now and again. Also exercises for osteoperosis . Im female 78 . Thank you was getting dispondent not 100 yet but getting there. 11:18
Hey Gloria, We're so sorry to see that you have struggling with lumbar spinal stenosis! 🥺 There is a way to discuss your situation with Dr. David through a Virtaul Consultation if you're interested. You can check it out here: Virtual visit link www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/virtual-visit/ If you aren't ready for that yet we do have additional information and exercises you can view for lumbar spinal stenosis: “Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Help” czcams.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mYxifSEM8bNacVpyTmc3_Ys.html Please take care! 🧡
Thank youfor the information. I have spiral stenosis. Lots of pain in the right sude know hstd to do stairs. Steps . I try not to bend over that makes it worse. 😢 . Going to try excuses next.
Hey gloria, We're so sorry that you've been dealing with spondylosisthesis! That can be such a painful experience . What's great to hear is that you are actively doing something about it. Yoga can be helpful as long as you activating the correct muscles and strengthening them. Often times people may overstretch and aggravate the nerves so if you start to feel any pain do not try to work through it.🧡 Please take care!🙌
Re: surgeries, what do you know/think about those little spacers (Vertiflex is the brand, I think)? I clicked on you because I've been helping my FIL navigate his diagnosis and now treatment of lumbar spinal stenosis.
I suffer with multiple sites of Stenosis (mild to Moderate Central stenosis). I've been to 6 different Soinal and Neural Surgeons during 2018-19. Including a Renowned Spinal Surgeon at Columbia Pres in NYC, Dr. McCormick. After his review of my MRIs (Cervical and Lumbar with numerous issues), he opined that "No one is going to touch your Lumbar spine.....Too Much Arthritis. I would have to rebuild your entire Lumbar spine". The chronic pain is never a 9 or 10, but varies form 4-7 , BUT it's the terrible Stiffness, the loud Crunching sounds coming form my entire Back & Neck. I can feel the Vertebrae Grinding and cracking. I also have Dextroscoliosis of 25 degrees which is a result of my right leg discrepancy of being shorter by 1.15". I'm 71 yo now, but in 1966 at age 15 I fractured the right femur playing HS Football. When the Body cast came off after 2.5 months (after 6 weeks prior to that in trcation in the hospital), the leg was shorter -much to the surprise of the Ortho Dr at that time. He left that Unaddressed, handed the bill to my parents (Europeans who did not think to ask!). About 15 years later or so, the lower back stiffness started to rear it's Ugly head. Slow walking was a Killer for me even then. Much Worse now. I went to a Chiro than circa 1986, first time. As soon as I walked into the office, he said" Man, You got Problems....and They will be much worse down the Road. Boy was he right. It was then that i started to wear a modified lift in my right shoe (not eneough to make up the 1 ") to ry to "stabilze" the Leg Length Discrepancy. But that didn't work, as the spinal issues form the SI Joints traversed up into my Neck and even the skull. I never drank much water: coffee, tea and of course moderate alcohol.... That is a Big problem. Your back discs are 80% Water. Who knows maybe some of the results would have been modified by hydrating. Oh yeah I have Degenerative Disc Disease throughout with some of the discs "mighty thin" according to my present Ortho. After the surgical opinions, all of whom said to keep doing Pain Management. I don't take Drugs...only the occasional Advil [a Carpenter told me to take 1 or 2 Advil + 1 Extra Strength Tylenol - That works very well. The Tylenol is Not a NDSAID but deals with the referred pain, the Advil works in a different fashion against Inflammation).
Hey Doreen! Sorry to hear about your spinal stenosis diagnosis :-( We've got lots of help for you in this playlist: “Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Help” czcams.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mYxifSEM8bNacVpyTmc3_Ys.html
Slight facet prominance mild forminal narrowing 2 slight disk bulges one mild bulge abd one abutting me s1 nerve root been told not a candidate for surgery
Hi Dr. and Everyone. Just wondering if a Spine Stimulator would be of any help. My friend has one implanted in her lower back and she has very little pain. Thank you very much 🇺🇸
New subscriber my doctor told me he would have to go through my stomach first and then through my back for surgery herniated disc and spinal stenosis I have watched a lot of videos I've never heard of going through the stomach? Help me figure this out anyone else know anything about this???🙏💜
I wish you where my Dr. I have had back issues for 5 years from a fall from scaffolding. I hit at an angle on my left side. Broke my leg in two places. My left leg went numb and my foot. Always feels like it's on fire. Now my right leg ad even my finger tips burn. It hurts to stand to long or sit, even when I sleep if I can. There is simply no comfortable position.
Hey Ronnie, Your situation is heartbreaking to hear. We can only imagine the struggles that have been put through. Ronnie, What you are going through sounds pretty serious. It is possible to schedule a virtual consultation so that you can speak to Dr.David. We will attach the link to it if feel moved to do so. We really hope you can get on the road to recovery as soon as you can. Please take care 🧡 Virtual visit link www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/virtual-visit/
Hey Doc,I have Sever lumbar stenosis and I’ve done your flexion exercises that have helped me come back from loss of plantar flexion W/ numbness on the bottom of my foot as well as numbness in my hamstring,All in my left leg.I was walking with a limp for about 2 months and as I stated,your flexion exercises brought me back from what I though was going to be immediate surgery.I have herniated discs that have contributed significantly to my severe stenosis.Ive used an inversion table to help with the disc herniation and flexion for my stenosis.The extension exercises I should not do bc it makes the stenosis worse,correct? I still have a good amount of pain but I can tolerate the pain,it’s the weakness/numbness that scare me and thankfully saw your videos.Thank you
Hey Pamela! Sorry about your complex situation. There's only one way to find out if this is going to help you! Give it a try!!! “Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Help” czcams.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mYxifSEM8bNacVpyTmc3_Ys.html "Sciatica Pain Exercises & Stretches" czcams.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1maZPQPPtirn4oxj8oCPuIMR.html "Degenerative Disc Help" czcams.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mbqXHL0rt1CuGITt1xOatoB.html
If you use the rebounder to concentrate on strengthening your quads and abdomen. YOU be the judge. Start slow. It is possible you could strengthen the quads and abdomen on dry land and then try the rebounder. A Cellerciser is a gentle rebounder. If you have a more solid rebounder I'm not sure it will be worth the effort. Experiment!
This is the result of my x-ray Lumbosacral spine: There is straight of the lumber spine presumably from the muscle spasm on account of pain. The vertebra bodies are of normal height. There are however anterior, posterior and lateral osteophytes demonstrated on the L1- L5 and the demonstrated lower thoracic spine. The disc space and the pedicles are normal. There is sclerosis of the margins of the facet joint,. Please I need help the pain is on bearable what kind of exercise can I do please help me
It adds to the stress on the spine. All his exercises aim at alleviating such stress. For weight loss, consider alternate day fasting. You’ll lose. It’s only hard at the beginning.
Hey Jane, that sounds like you have more of a bowel problem than a lumbar stenosis problem! Glad you figured that one out so that you can make adjustments. You need to find the source of what is constipating you, make those diet or supplement changes and get on to feeling better in your back!
My daughter was hit by a car when she was 16 and was stopped at a stop sign. She went to PT twice. Her Dr, said she had no nerve damage. He was wrong, she had 2 bad disk that formed a cyst that is pressing on 2 nerves. She is now 48, she has taken 2 more PT and 4 injections for pain and information. The injections caused her to develop diabetes and lose 45 lbs. Her Dr, wants her to have 2 operations for each nerve. She asked him what the % he would cut a nerve; and he said only 2%. Any body have any ideas?
I have a herniated disc at L5S1 Pars fracture at L5 L4L5 buldge with moderate to severe stenosis L5S1 moderate stenosis L3L4 stenosis Idk what to do. Currently having STM and low impulse ultrasound because cant do stretches due to the fracture. Idk im just hopeless
My husband has scoliosis . Tried nerve blocks, pain meds, PT... doctors only talk about surgery. Has anyone had success/ pain relief when standing doing anything nonsurgical.?
My husband has scoliosis, lumbar stenosis and arthritis. PT has only made the pain worse. Injections have provided limited relief, but they are unable to get the needle in to the worst area of the spine because the vertebrea are so twisted. Heading towards surgery as nothing else has helped.
Hey Syntiew, We're so sorry to hear that you have been struggling with lumbar spinal stenosis.🧡 We do have additional information and exercises you can view in a playlist for Lumbar Spinal Stenosis: “Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Help” czcams.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mYxifSEM8bNacVpyTmc3_Ys.html We hope you that can feel some relief soon! Please note that if you perform any of the exercises and you feel any discomfort, stop and take a break, lower the intensity, or completely stop the exercise. We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!
I have lumbar stenosis and left hip orthoarthritis. I have been following your videos and doing excercises and have moderately improved. Otgopedic doctors recomends operation but internal medicine doctor requested additional studies and beleives thaf with proper treatment would not have to be operated. Would a reumatologist and fisiatra be the best Doctors to assist? I have a lot of medical studies done to me Thanks,
Hey Jose! We're sooo happy to hear that you're beginning to see improvements! The best expert to see would be a manual physical therapist. All those doctors you mentioned will tend to give you medications or recommend surgery. In the US, you can find a physical therapist trained similar to Dr. David at this website: aaompt.org/Main/Public_Resources/Find-A-Fellow/Main/Member_Resources/Find-A-Fellow.aspx?hkey=108c9a56-f793-45e4-b3ed-cefe5d871a94 Dr. David is a fellow of the American Academy of Manual Physical Therapists. His specialty is orthopedic manual physical therapy, which is the ideal specialty for helping someone avoid surgery, injections, and medications. Normal physical therapists are best trained to help people right after surgery.
How are you My question is I was diagnosed with lumbar spinal stenosis about 8 years ago problem is walking or standing for oeriods of time is really hard for me but no pain in buddocks or leg is this possible
Hi Jeff, We're so sorry to hear that you've been struggling with lumbar spinal stenosis for such a long time. It can be incredibly challenging to deal with symptoms like difficulty walking or standing, even without experiencing pain in the buttocks or legs. Many people may not understand the impact this condition has on daily life unless they've gone through it themselves. It is possible to not have pain in the glutes or legs as it manifests in people differently. We want to encourage you to focus on strengthening your glutes and abdominal muscles, as this can play a crucial role in managing lumbar spinal stenosis symptoms. We have a lumbar spinal stenosis playlist that we believe could be very beneficial for you. You can access it here: “Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Help” czcams.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mYxifSEM8bNacVpyTmc3_Ys.html We hope you found this information helpful. We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!
I had recently a Microdiscetomy to address the severe sciatic caused by bulging disc on the L5& S 1. What set of post operative exercises do you recommend ? Thanks
Hi Dj, We're so sorry to hear that you dealing with unilateral tingling, and numbness in the legs and pelvic region. Your situation is very specific and we cannot give out personalized advice without a proper evaluation. We offer Virtual Consultations. By opting for a Virtual Consultation, you'll have the opportunity to have a one-on-one conversation with our doctors, where they can delve into the details of your condition and provide you with tailored guidance and coaching. This personalized approach ensures that you receive the individualized support and direction you need to make informed decisions about your health. To learn more about our Virtual Consultations including cost please click here: www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/virtual-visit/ We wish you all the best on your road to recovery!
@@epmanualphysicaltherapy I looked into it and I really wish I could afford the 399. My funds are currently tied up in MRI payment but I love the channel and appreciate the response very much.
If it's labeled severe central stenosis by a radiologist can decompression and or your exercises help me? I need hope here. I have weak abs I hardly tense them.
Hey Gloria, We're so sorry that you've are struggling with lumbar spinal stenosis pain! 🥺Thank your sharing your experience with Softwave and we hope that it has been to provide you with some releif.🙌 Stem cell treatment is great as it can provide the relief that you need but it is more important to address the muscle imbalance. The reason why this is so important is if the root of the problem is not corrected by strengthening the area the issue will reappear. Once you receive the stem cell treatment it is imperative to strengthen the area and work on rage of motion to prevent the issue from returning. An analogy for this would be if a person received liposuction and didn't address their eating habits, the weight would come back. We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress!
My MRI is showing that i have l4l5s1 protrusion and foramina narrowing. I feel pain and numbness on my leg when i stand and walk. Sitting and laying is 100% comfortable for me. Is it means i have stenosis?? Please doctor reply🙏🙏
Two different surgeons looked into my issues. My Lumbar verts looked like a derailed train. They suggested fusing the bottom 6 vents in my back.The third surgeon told me he was conservative and that surgery usually reduces pain but does not remove the pain. He suggested a book called Foundation: redefine your core.Goodman and Parks. I was taking 28 mg of dilaudid per day just to function. I did those exercises from the book and with in 2 months I was off the meds. Ive been doing the routine for 10 years now and I am 65. I lift weights and ride my exercise bike. I use the Foundation exercises for a warm up 3 days a week. takes 15 minutes. Ive suggested this to many people. My son and son in laws all have had success getting out of pain from job injuries. Please take a look. The stretches and movements are a great help in balancing my muscles. I have had no surgery on my back.
Foundation system by Dr Erik Goodman?
I have been diagnosed today.....
@@Ridantimame too. It left me feeling numb (but not pain free)
But did you have lumbar stenosis?
Every MRI I had since my 30s said I had stenosis. Yes it is foundation : redefine your core by Goodman and Parks.
I was diagnosed with lumbar stenosis about 15 years ago, but have never really had pain. My worst issue is when I walk I can’t keep myself upright without it affecting my legs and then I can hardly walk unless I use a walker or cane. Never had surgery. Hoping to be able to take the 28 day program.
keep us posted please
Hi sylviash Thank you for sharing your story. Very much appreciated and helpful. My spinal stenosis is Horrible pain. I can't stand up for very long. It hurts to walk. I'm going in for total right hip replacement end of September. I have bone on bone and my x-ray was terrible. It's do it now or it will be too late to get it done. I'm praying this takes away some of my problem. I hope I don't need some kind of back surgery after that. I'll be praying for you and I'll keep you in my prayers. I need All the prayers I can get. Please keep me posted on how you are doing. Thank you very much and I want to thank all the other very kind people who have shared their experiences as well. Thank you everyone. It's nice to be able to share our stories and learn from experiences. 🇺🇸👍
I had traction. Helped immensely! Appointment with PT next week to help.
@@gayle2276 Glad you found something that worked for you!
I had traction too. I tried everything! Nothing worked.
If you can't name, immediately, off the top of your head, the two muscles that Dr. David said to strengthen for lumbar spinal stenosis then watch the video again! (Hint: they are somewhere near the end!) He also has another video on how to strengthen at least one of them!
Had a nerve root block after being diagnosed with multi level disc generation of the lumbar spine with lateral recess stenosis worse in right than left 5 weeks ago starting to feel less pain I have been doing tai chi gentle stretching some core exercises and exercise bike this seems to be working well 😊 hope to keep working and hope to put off any surgery your videos are so helpful ❤
Thanks
I luv your advice. Thanks for your straight forward and honest advice. It has been very helpful
Hey Midlife! You're very welcome!
Thank you I really appreciate the good explanation anddescriptions of what is going on with the spine and the different treatment options.
No problem fourthchute!!!
I have spinal stenosis, due to a car accident, in 2002. I had chronic lower back pain until 2021. I cured it, from walking excessively, for three months. My Dr. told me tho, there was no cure for it, but now I know what he meant, which is it just can't be healed. Yesterday I did a lot of work, stressing my lower back, today, no pain, just stiffness.
Hey Arthur, Thank you for sharing your success story 😄 It warms our heart to know there is individuals like yourself making significant recoveries from issues like spinal stenosis. We're glad to hear that walking routinely helped.
Here are some resources you might find helpful when feeling stiff or some general back pain.
“Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Help”
czcams.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mYxifSEM8bNacVpyTmc3_Ys.html
Back Pain Exercises & Stretches
czcams.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mYkrbLk-F5KsUcHPEkdDF-u.html
You’ve explained this perfectly! Thank you! ❤
Hi k j k! 👋 We are thrilled you found our video so helpful! 🙌 In case you are interested we have created a playlist on more information and exercises on Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Help! You can check it out here:
“Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Help”
czcams.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mYxifSEM8bNacVpyTmc3_Ys.html
In case you are interested we do have additional information and exercises in an online program for back health. The 28-Day Back Health & Wellness Boost Program is designed to help people have the best chance of avoiding unnecessary surgery, injections, or having to rely on pain medications. This course guides people through exercises and stretches that target key body parts that have the greatest potential to prevent back conditions like sciatica, herniated disc, lumbar spinal stenosis, arthritis, and other back problems. To learn more please click this link: www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/back-health
We wish you the best on your recovery journey! 🧡
Finally! The answers I been looking for!
Thank you for your knowledge and willingness to share what you know. You give me hope!👏😘
Hi Elizabeth, You are welcome! We appreciate your kind words and the amazing energy you exude. We are so sorry to see that you have been struggling with lumbar spinal stenosis.🥺 We hope that you can feel some relief soon. In case you are interested we do have additional information and exercises in a playlist we have compiled for
cervical lumbar spinal stenosis. You can check it out here: “Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Help”
czcams.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mYxifSEM8bNacVpyTmc3_Ys.html
We wish you all the best on your road to recovery! We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!🧡
I had laminectomy and fusion ten or more years ago and I healed wonderfully. Here I am struggle nh again, can walk a tiny distance and end up in agony. So here I am. Extremely limited.
I’ve had X-rays and they just say arthritis. ???
@@deborahswett3508 Sorry. Terrible. Whatever it is going wrong, keep watching Dr. David's videos. Get on a low-carb diet with meat, veg, eggs, butter, walnuts, coconut oil.... NOT SEED OILS.... study up on seed oils and do real butter from grass fed cows and organic coconut oil. You will be so satisfied you will not have cravings. And if you have the time and energy learn about the ketogenic diet and get your body into ketosis. With my own diet I learned to cook different kinds of liver and chicken hearts. You can have bacon and eggs and butter every day and you will not be hungry if you give up the carbs. You may have to do your cooking from a wheelchair! I do a low-carb diet and it means no bread, low carb veggies only, no potatoes, no pasta. You will have to do a lot of research. Consult CZcams for Dr. Eric Berg and Dr. Ken Berry. Learn about intermittent fasting. One of the worst things for a body is eating between meals. That's all I can tell you here. ALSO PLAN TO LEARN ABOUT FASTING SO YOU CAN DO IT FOR A DAY OR TWO... IT WORKS MIRACLES. The battle will be your battle. My battle has been going on for 25 years. If you need help giving up carbs watch the Beat Diabetes! channel!
Left leg surface parisia and deep pain got me to go to to Doc. Sciatica, mild left limp, and some balance issues had been there for a couple of years. Diagnosis of two "chronic and progressive" (Doc's words) diseases; type 2 diabetes and an arthritis related degeneration of sumbar spine. Long story short; I used KETO diet to return A1c to vary between 4.8 and 5.1 and Teeter inversion routine to totally resolve symptoms of numbness, pain, weakness, balance of left leg. Doc does not know what to think; I wonder what the radiology studies would show, but not curious enough to pay for them.
Awesome. I'm trying to find my cure as well.
You have the right to get your reports. I get my films and reports online at Radnet.
I have had four operations on my back for spinal stenosis but all have been unsuccessful except one but this only helped with the pain for a couple of years. .I have only just found this site and was wondering if it is too late get any help using your info which i would have love to have had ten years ago,i am now 80 years old but istill go down the gym and keep in reasonable shape for my age.I can ride a bike ,sleep no problem,sitting no problem but i live in Devon England and there are such beautiful walks ,it is so annoying for me, so i will try your video on walking as this is a real problem as i can only walk 200 yds and then i have to stop and sit if i can but i find bending over also gives me relief.
Had a fall in uk broke bone and toe in foot injured back nothing done In Australia now had 2 ct scans showed lumbar stenosis compression disc osteoperosis. Went to physiotherapist had 2 sessions. Then i found your site on utube. Been doing exercises walking as you recommended for stenosis pain only now and again. Also exercises for osteoperosis . Im female 78 . Thank you was getting dispondent not 100 yet but getting there. 11:18
I'm learning so.much from you Doctor I'm suffering from it 😢
That was very helpful, thank you.
Glad it was helpful Angela!
Excellent!!!
Thanks
Best explanation learn a lot from your videos. Did your stomach and glute exercises
Worked like majic
A physical therapist put ankle weights and told me to walk up stairs. Noo Wish I could come to your clinic.
Hey Gloria, We're so sorry to see that you have struggling with lumbar spinal stenosis! 🥺 There is a way to discuss your situation with Dr. David through a Virtaul Consultation if you're interested. You can check it out here: Virtual visit link
www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/virtual-visit/
If you aren't ready for that yet we do have additional information and exercises you can view for lumbar spinal stenosis:
“Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Help”
czcams.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mYxifSEM8bNacVpyTmc3_Ys.html
Please take care! 🧡
Thank youfor the information. I have spiral stenosis. Lots of pain in the right sude know hstd to do stairs. Steps . I try not to bend over that makes it worse. 😢 . Going to try excuses next.
I have spondylosisthesis 35 yrs ago but I'm trying yoga for stenosis.
Hey gloria, We're so sorry that you've been dealing with spondylosisthesis! That can be such a painful experience . What's great to hear is that you are actively doing something about it. Yoga can be helpful as long as you activating the correct muscles and strengthening them. Often times people may overstretch and aggravate the nerves so if you start to feel any pain do not try to work through it.🧡 Please take care!🙌
Re: surgeries, what do you know/think about those little spacers (Vertiflex is the brand, I think)? I clicked on you because I've been helping my FIL navigate his diagnosis and now treatment of lumbar spinal stenosis.
I suffer with multiple sites of Stenosis (mild to Moderate Central stenosis). I've been to 6 different Soinal and Neural Surgeons during 2018-19. Including a Renowned Spinal Surgeon at Columbia Pres in NYC, Dr. McCormick. After his review of my MRIs (Cervical and Lumbar with numerous issues), he opined that "No one is going to touch your Lumbar spine.....Too Much Arthritis. I would have to rebuild your entire Lumbar spine". The chronic pain is never a 9 or 10, but varies form 4-7 , BUT it's the terrible Stiffness, the loud Crunching sounds coming form my entire Back & Neck. I can feel the Vertebrae Grinding and cracking. I also have Dextroscoliosis of 25 degrees which is a result of my right leg discrepancy of being shorter by 1.15". I'm 71 yo now, but in 1966 at age 15 I fractured the right femur playing HS Football. When the Body cast came off after 2.5 months (after 6 weeks prior to that in trcation in the hospital), the leg was shorter -much to the surprise of the Ortho Dr at that time. He left that Unaddressed, handed the bill to my parents (Europeans who did not think to ask!). About 15 years later or so, the lower back stiffness started to rear it's Ugly head. Slow walking was a Killer for me even then. Much Worse now. I went to a Chiro than circa 1986, first time. As soon as I walked into the office, he said" Man, You got Problems....and They will be much worse down the Road. Boy was he right. It was then that i started to wear a modified lift in my right shoe (not eneough to make up the 1 ") to ry to "stabilze" the Leg Length Discrepancy. But that didn't work, as the spinal issues form the SI Joints traversed up into my Neck and even the skull. I never drank much water: coffee, tea and of course moderate alcohol.... That is a Big problem. Your back discs are 80% Water. Who knows maybe some of the results would have been modified by hydrating. Oh yeah I have Degenerative Disc Disease throughout with some of the discs "mighty thin" according to my present Ortho. After the surgical opinions, all of whom said to keep doing Pain Management. I don't take Drugs...only the occasional Advil [a Carpenter told me to take 1 or 2 Advil + 1 Extra Strength Tylenol - That works very well. The Tylenol is Not a NDSAID but deals with the referred pain, the Advil works in a different fashion against Inflammation).
I have been diagnosed with spinal stanosis what are the best exercises please
Hey Doreen! Sorry to hear about your spinal stenosis diagnosis :-(
We've got lots of help for you in this playlist:
“Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Help”
czcams.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mYxifSEM8bNacVpyTmc3_Ys.html
Slight facet prominance mild forminal narrowing 2 slight disk bulges one mild bulge abd one abutting me s1 nerve root been told not a candidate for surgery
My dad had surgery and years later had to have more surgery because the scar tissue from the first surgery was causing him pain. ..and years later
Unfortunately, that is a common result. Depending on the surgery performed, more surgery is required down the Road.
Hi Dr. and Everyone. Just wondering if a Spine Stimulator would be of any help. My friend has one implanted in her lower back and she has very little pain. Thank you very much 🇺🇸
Thank you! 😍
You are very welcome Jennifer!! :-)
Hey sir what’s the difference between arthritis and mild hypertrophic facet osteoarthrosis?
New subscriber my doctor told me he would have to go through my stomach first and then through my back for surgery herniated disc and spinal stenosis I have watched a lot of videos I've never heard of going through the stomach? Help me figure this out anyone else know anything about this???🙏💜
I wish you where my Dr. I have had back issues for 5 years from a fall from scaffolding. I hit at an angle on my left side. Broke my leg in two places. My left leg went numb and my foot. Always feels like it's on fire. Now my right leg ad even my finger tips burn. It hurts to stand to long or sit, even when I sleep if I can. There is simply no comfortable position.
Hey Ronnie, Your situation is heartbreaking to hear. We can only imagine the struggles that have been put through.
Ronnie, What you are going through sounds pretty serious. It is possible to schedule a virtual consultation so that you can speak to Dr.David. We will attach the link to it if feel moved to do so. We really hope you can get on the road to recovery as soon as you can. Please take care 🧡
Virtual visit link
www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/virtual-visit/
What do you do with lumbar stenosis plus spastic paraplegia ❤
Hey Doc,I have Sever lumbar stenosis and I’ve done your flexion exercises that have helped me come back from loss of plantar flexion W/ numbness on the bottom of my foot as well as numbness in my hamstring,All in my left leg.I was walking with a limp for about 2 months and as I stated,your flexion exercises brought me back from what I though was going to be immediate surgery.I have herniated discs that have contributed significantly to my severe stenosis.Ive used an inversion table to help with the disc herniation and flexion for my stenosis.The extension exercises I should not do bc it makes the stenosis worse,correct? I still have a good amount of pain but I can tolerate the pain,it’s the weakness/numbness that scare me and thankfully saw your videos.Thank you
I have spinal lumbar stenosis, sciatica, moderate scoliosis and osteoarthritis of the spine. Is there any hope without surgery?
Hey Pamela! Sorry about your complex situation. There's only one way to find out if this is going to help you! Give it a try!!!
“Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Help”
czcams.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mYxifSEM8bNacVpyTmc3_Ys.html
"Sciatica Pain Exercises & Stretches"
czcams.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1maZPQPPtirn4oxj8oCPuIMR.html
"Degenerative Disc Help"
czcams.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mbqXHL0rt1CuGITt1xOatoB.html
Is light exercise on a rebounder good for stenosis?
If you use the rebounder to concentrate on strengthening your quads and abdomen. YOU be the judge. Start slow. It is possible you could strengthen the quads and abdomen on dry land and then try the rebounder. A Cellerciser is a gentle rebounder. If you have a more solid rebounder I'm not sure it will be worth the effort. Experiment!
I’m only 22 and I have mild canal narrowing I’ve been anxious I don’t wanna be paralyzed when I’m 40 :(
This is the result of my x-ray Lumbosacral spine: There is straight of the lumber spine presumably from the muscle spasm on account of pain. The vertebra bodies are of normal height. There are however anterior, posterior and lateral osteophytes demonstrated on the L1- L5 and the demonstrated lower thoracic spine. The disc space and the pedicles are normal. There is sclerosis of the margins of the facet joint,. Please I need help the pain is on bearable what kind of exercise can I do please help me
What treatmant should i do when i have painful lumbar spinal stenosis
Can a TENS machine help? If yes, can you explain how. Thanks.
Can excessive weight cause a mild case of spinal stenosis?
It adds to the stress on the spine. All his exercises aim at alleviating such stress. For weight loss, consider alternate day fasting. You’ll lose. It’s only hard at the beginning.
I am always constpated and when finally having bowel movement my back feels better
Hey Jane, that sounds like you have more of a bowel problem than a lumbar stenosis problem! Glad you figured that one out so that you can make adjustments. You need to find the source of what is constipating you, make those diet or supplement changes and get on to feeling better in your back!
Where can I find your 28 day program for health? I like to know
I am having trouble finding your 28 day back health wellness boost program.
Hey Stefanie! Here is the program!
“28 Day Back Health & Wellness Boost Program”
www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/back-health
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My daughter was hit by a car when she was 16 and was stopped at a stop sign. She went to PT twice. Her Dr, said she had no nerve damage. He was wrong, she had 2 bad disk that formed a cyst that is pressing on 2 nerves. She is now 48, she has taken 2 more PT and 4 injections for pain and information. The injections caused her to develop diabetes and lose 45 lbs. Her Dr, wants her to have 2 operations for each nerve. She asked him what the % he would cut a nerve; and he said only 2%. Any body have any ideas?
Is c4 and c2 tablet or capsule are useful for spinal stenosis?? Kindly answer me ??
I have a herniated disc at L5S1
Pars fracture at L5
L4L5 buldge with moderate to severe stenosis
L5S1 moderate stenosis
L3L4 stenosis
Idk what to do. Currently having STM and low impulse ultrasound because cant do stretches due to the fracture.
Idk im just hopeless
My husband has scoliosis . Tried nerve blocks, pain meds, PT... doctors only talk about surgery. Has anyone had success/ pain relief when standing doing anything nonsurgical.?
My husband has scoliosis, lumbar stenosis and arthritis. PT has only made the pain worse. Injections have provided limited relief, but they are unable to get the needle in to the worst area of the spine because the vertebrea are so twisted. Heading towards surgery as nothing else has helped.
If central stenosis has resulted in foot drop, can it still be cured without surgery?
I can't walk five minutes
I have lumbar spinal stenosis, which exercises should l do
Hey Syntiew, We're so sorry to hear that you have been struggling with lumbar spinal stenosis.🧡 We do have additional information and exercises you can view in a playlist for Lumbar Spinal Stenosis: “Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Help”
czcams.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mYxifSEM8bNacVpyTmc3_Ys.html
We hope you that can feel some relief soon!
Please note that if you perform any of the exercises and you feel any discomfort, stop and take a break, lower the intensity, or completely stop the exercise. We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!
My pt hasn't helped but I'm doing your program. Can to say anything about spina bifida occulta and pain in aging?
Por favor em castellano
I have lumbar stenosis and left hip orthoarthritis. I have been following your videos and doing excercises and have moderately improved. Otgopedic doctors recomends operation but internal medicine doctor requested additional studies and beleives thaf with proper treatment would not have to be operated. Would a reumatologist and fisiatra be the best Doctors to assist? I have a lot of medical studies done to me Thanks,
Hey Jose! We're sooo happy to hear that you're beginning to see improvements! The best expert to see would be a manual physical therapist. All those doctors you mentioned will tend to give you medications or recommend surgery.
In the US, you can find a physical therapist trained similar to Dr. David at this website: aaompt.org/Main/Public_Resources/Find-A-Fellow/Main/Member_Resources/Find-A-Fellow.aspx?hkey=108c9a56-f793-45e4-b3ed-cefe5d871a94
Dr. David is a fellow of the American Academy of Manual Physical Therapists. His specialty is orthopedic manual physical therapy, which is the ideal specialty for helping someone avoid surgery, injections, and medications.
Normal physical therapists are best trained to help people right after surgery.
How are you My question is I was diagnosed with lumbar spinal stenosis about 8 years ago problem is walking or standing for oeriods of time is really hard for me but no pain in buddocks or leg is this possible
Hi Jeff, We're so sorry to hear that you've been struggling with lumbar spinal stenosis for such a long time. It can be incredibly challenging to deal with symptoms like difficulty walking or standing, even without experiencing pain in the buttocks or legs. Many people may not understand the impact this condition has on daily life unless they've gone through it themselves.
It is possible to not have pain in the glutes or legs as it manifests in people differently. We want to encourage you to focus on strengthening your glutes and abdominal muscles, as this can play a crucial role in managing lumbar spinal stenosis symptoms. We have a lumbar spinal stenosis playlist that we believe could be very beneficial for you. You can access it here:
“Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Help”
czcams.com/play/PLJVIPiFvv1mYxifSEM8bNacVpyTmc3_Ys.html
We hope you found this information helpful. We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!
I had recently a Microdiscetomy to address the severe sciatic caused by bulging disc on the L5& S 1.
What set of post operative exercises do you recommend ?
Thanks
Greetings you sir please I did that 10months ago and now disc bulge again please any help for me
The reality is that after one year, one must keep a regime of exercise & built correctly strength, otherwise the pain will never diminish
What abt very low pain but a unilateral tingling, numbness in legs and pelvic region? Also feet get cold and dealing with pre cramping...
Hi Dj, We're so sorry to hear that you dealing with unilateral tingling, and numbness in the legs and pelvic region. Your situation is very specific and we cannot give out personalized advice without a proper evaluation.
We offer Virtual Consultations. By opting for a Virtual Consultation, you'll have the opportunity to have a one-on-one conversation with our doctors, where they can delve into the details of your condition and provide you with tailored guidance and coaching.
This personalized approach ensures that you receive the individualized support and direction you need to make informed decisions about your health. To learn more about our Virtual Consultations including cost please click here:
www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/virtual-visit/
We wish you all the best on your road to recovery!
@@epmanualphysicaltherapy I looked into it and I really wish I could afford the 399. My funds are currently tied up in MRI payment but I love the channel and appreciate the response very much.
No thanks
I'll stick with
VITAMIN D3, K2, Calcium
BORON etc
And physical therapy
If it's labeled severe central stenosis by a radiologist can decompression and or your exercises help me? I need hope here. I have weak abs I hardly tense them.
I tried softwave. Says sends stem cells to area
Hey Gloria, We're so sorry that you've are struggling with lumbar spinal stenosis pain! 🥺Thank your sharing your experience with Softwave and we hope that it has been to provide you with some releif.🙌 Stem cell treatment is great as it can provide the relief that you need but it is more important to address the muscle imbalance. The reason why this is so important is if the root of the problem is not corrected by strengthening the area the issue will reappear. Once you receive the stem cell treatment it is imperative to strengthen the area and work on rage of motion to prevent the issue from returning.
An analogy for this would be if a person received liposuction and didn't address their eating habits, the weight would come back. We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress!
Hello I have lumbar steios
My MRI is showing that i have l4l5s1 protrusion and foramina narrowing. I feel pain and numbness on my leg when i stand and walk.
Sitting and laying is 100% comfortable for me.
Is it means i have stenosis??
Please doctor reply🙏🙏
Hi same thing happen to me did you get look after you can rely back ro me let me no
Am really worried rite now
My whole back feels terrible pain I can’t even walk without pain, my muscles are so weak from not walking and bedridden, even my neck is so stiff
Is this dubbed or something?