Lower Back Pain

[Joe Nerve]

About 4 years ago I was taking some clothes out of the dryer, and boom! My lower back went out and I haven't had a single pain free day since. Some days are worse than others and I've learned to live with it (I still exercise tons, and that helps), but life was a lot more pleasant before this came to haunt me. Tying shoes is a daily chore, gettin out of bed a little tough until I walk around a bit... And of course playing my 11 lb Stingray became a thing of the past.

Tonight, while searching for lower back exercises for a Total Gym I just bought and LOVE - I came across a video that promised to get rid of back pain immediately. I laughed, but with close to 22 million views I thought maybe there's something to this...

He drew me in by describing my problem, exactly! So I followed through with the 1st exercise.

I stood up and as manly a man as I like to think I am, my eyes filled up with tears. It was the first time in 4 years that the pain was gone.

Yes, of course it came back 15 minutes later, but I think there's a LOT of hope to be had in this video - so I'm reposing it for anyone else who might identify with this type of back pain.

I'm going to commit to this... maybe others would like to also climb on board? If so, please share your experience. If you found other solutions, share that too.

PS. A vertical board actually made my back worse (had one for about 6 months then gave it away). I think that only works for certain kinds of back pain, as some people swear by them.

Das all.

 

[TOOL460002]

Well if Chuck can do it...

 

[Joe Nerve]

Well if Chuck can do it...

I wanted to talk to Chuck when I bought it. They wouldn't let me.

 

[BurnOut]

We just got one of those inversion tables, haven't really used it yet other than the shakedown test, I'll keep you informed on my, my wife's, and my neighbor's thought when we start using it full time

 

[two fingers]

Congrats, Joe!

Man, people around me think I'm crazy. But I have come to learn that nutrition, exercise, and mindfulness (yoga, meditation, prayer if you're into that) can fix 99.9% of our health issues. (The latter is STILL super awkward for me. But I'm working on it.)

Most. People. Don't. Need. Pills. Period.

It boggles my mind that people who are hurting, have high blood pressure, have brain fog, etc. won't put down the dang hot dogs and ice cream, and pick up some salmon, spinach, a yoga mat, and some dumbbells.

I'm not saying that NOBODY needs medication. But I'm learning that thousands and thousands are able to put down the pills after changing their lifestyles.

Being that you literally wrote a book covering much of that territory, I know you get it. Here's hoping your pain stays away for longer and longer periods over time!

(Pics or you didn't cry. I know that smart A wife of yours took some pics.)

 

[Joe Nerve]

Congrats, Joe!

Man, people around me think I'm crazy. But I have come to learn that nutrition, exercise, and mindfulness (yoga, meditation, prayer if you're into that) can fix 99.9% of our health issues. (The latter is STILL super awkward for me. But I'm working on it.)

Most. People. Don't. Need. Pills. Period.

It boggles my mind that people who are hurting, have high blood pressure, have brain fog, etc. won't put down the dang hot dogs and ice cream, and pick up some salmon, spinach, a yoga mat, and some dumbbells.

I'm not saying that NOBODY needs medication. But I'm learning that thousands and thousands are able to put down the pills after changing their lifestyles.

Being that you literally wrote a book covering much of that territory, I know you get it. Here's hoping your pain stays away for longer and longer periods over time!

(Pics or you didn't cry. I know that smart A wife of yours took some pics.)

I know people who have essentially thrown their lives away because of back pain.

I'm not saying we all experience it the same or have the same issues going on, I know we don't... but I know many run right out and seek medical assistance, blindly trusting the doctors they go to. I have a friend who is a chiropractor that told me a long time ago that we all have things screwed up in our backs and spines. An x-ray will show lots and lots of issues (I'd give specifics, but I don't remember them). Those issues and abnormalities are actually, usually, very normal as we're not perfect beings, and well... sometimes they'll hurt, sometimes they won't, and what you said has a whole lot to do with it. Our thinking, our diets, our habits, etc. are ALL important, and we CAN change them.

I know several people with back pain who started with over the counter pain relievers, then got prescriptions for medical marijuana, then got other prescriptions, and you know the rest. One guy who was a super athletic guy can hardly even function any more, and its not due to the back pain - its due to the fact that he's wasted all the time and can't get off of the oxys he's taking.

I have another friend who broke his neck in a car accident. They prescribed oxycodone and he refused to take it. When I asked him why he said, "My life was spared in that accident. I'm not about to gamble giving it away with pills." That guy is fine today.

I know this is a hot topic though and I'm not looking to start any arguments . I'm also working remotely while I'm typing this and can't say things as clearly as I'd like to. It all simply comes down to how "I'm" choosing to live "my" life. Its what I feel is right for me.

 

[sleddogn]

i've become aware as a 50 year old, morning stretching is vital to keeping loose and not pulling or tweaking places. I'm a carpenter, do lots of framing, climbing etc, have noticed that stretching will help those tweaks, good luck and keep us posted on how you are doing...

 

[bobba66]

I'm recovering from back problems right now. Severe spinal stenosis was one of the problems. One day I was at work, the next day I could barely walk. Never felt pain like that in my life. Good luck to everybody dealing with it.

 

[Crispus]

About 4 years ago I was taking some clothes out of the dryer, and boom! My lower back went out and I haven't had a single pain free day since. Some days are worse than others and I've learned to live with it (I still exercise tons, and that helps), but life was a lot more pleasant before this came to haunt me. Tying shoes is a daily chore, gettin out of bed a little tough until I walk around a bit... And of course playing my 11 lb Stingray became a thing of the past.

Tonight, while searching for lower back exercises for a Total Gym I just bought and LOVE - I came across a video that promised to get rid of back pain immediately. I laughed, but with close to 22 million views I thought maybe there's something to this...

He drew me in by describing my problem, exactly! So I followed through with the 1st exercise.

I stood up and as manly a man as I like to think I am, my eyes filled up with tears. It was the first time in 4 years that the pain was gone.

Yes, of course it came back 15 minutes later, but I think there's a LOT of hope to be had in this video - so I'm reposing it for anyone else who might identify with this type of back pain.

I'm going to commit to this... maybe others would like to also climb on board? If so, please share your experience. If you found other solutions, share that too.

PS. A vertical board actually made my back worse (had one for about 6 months then gave it away). I think that only works for certain kinds of back pain, as some people swear by them.

Das all.

You might also find some relief if you look into ELDOA, which is a French acronym. It’s a system for stretching the myofascial sling, which in turn enables other systems to function more effectively. It’s a long overlooked part f the body.May or may not solve your specific problem, but it will feel great . Worth a try. There may be instructors in your area that have vids up so you can get an idea. Good luck!

About 4 years ago I was taking some clothes out of the dryer, and boom! My lower back went out and I haven't had a single pain free day since. Some days are worse than others and I've learned to live with it (I still exercise tons, and that helps), but life was a lot more pleasant before this came to haunt me. Tying shoes is a daily chore, gettin out of bed a little tough until I walk around a bit... And of course playing my 11 lb Stingray became a thing of the past.

Tonight, while searching for lower back exercises for a Total Gym I just bought and LOVE - I came across a video that promised to get rid of back pain immediately. I laughed, but with close to 22 million views I thought maybe there's something to this...

He drew me in by describing my problem, exactly! So I followed through with the 1st exercise.

I stood up and as manly a man as I like to think I am, my eyes filled up with tears. It was the first time in 4 years that the pain was gone.

Yes, of course it came back 15 minutes later, but I think there's a LOT of hope to be had in this video - so I'm reposing it for anyone else who might identify with this type of back pain.

I'm going to commit to this... maybe others would like to also climb on board? If so, please share your experience. If you found other solutions, share that too.

PS. A vertical board actually made my back worse (had one for about 6 months then gave it away). I think that only works for certain kinds of back pain, as some people swear by them.

Das all.