Degenerative Disc Disease Isn't a Disease

Degenerative Disc Disease Isn't a Disease

Many patients have been told that they have “arthritis, bulging discs, herniated discs, bone on bone, ruptured discs or degenerated discs”. They are terrified that they will become increasingly disabled and need to be especially protective of their spines. Their lifestyle may become quite limited. We know that if you view any body part as “damaged”, you’ll tend to focus on it and the sensations from that area become magnified. Then the next logical step in thinking your spine is “a disaster” is to be worried about becoming paralyzed. None of this is true. Physicians don’t know the exact source of back pain most of the time. But we actually do know that the discs between the vertebrae are not the source of chronic pain. In this episode, spine surgeon Dr. David Hanscom reminds us that there are hundreds of thousands of spine fusions being performed annually in the U.S. on degenerated discs for back pain. The results are unpredictable and people are often worse. He warns us to be careful. A spine fusion is a major intervention. You might be making the decision to have surgery performed on a structure that is completely normal for your age. For more information, go to http://www.backincontrol.com/degenerated-discs-are-normal-as-we-age Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Weaving Motivation, Movement, Mindfulness with Self-compassion to Heal

Weaving Motivation, Movement, Mindfulness with Self-compassion to Heal

In this episode, Dr. David Hanscom continues his discussion with Janet Huehls a clinician, coach, and educator.  She discusses her approach to wellness, emphasizing the interconnectedness of nutrition...

15 Feb 29min

Exercising Well to Heal and Strengthen Resilience

Exercising Well to Heal and Strengthen Resilience

In this episode, Dr. David Hanscom talks with Janet Huehls a clinician, coach, and educator. She explains that current weight loss approaches focus on calories in and out rather than addressing underl...

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Building Bridges to Heal and Thrive

Building Bridges to Heal and Thrive

In this episode, Dr. David Hanscom continues his discussion with Cynthia Austin, a board-certified health and wellness coach.  She discusses the role of emotions in healing, and notes that learning to...

5 Feb 25min

Healing Through Believing and Agency

Healing Through Believing and Agency

In this episode, Dr. David Hanscom talks with Cynthia Austin, a board-certified and wellness health coach. She shares her background of transitioning from accounting to helping people manage their pai...

5 Feb 25min

Healing through Love and Science

Healing through Love and Science

In this episode, Dr. David Hanscom continues his discussion with writer and spiritual teach Regan Caruthers.  She discusses her approach to healing, which combines spiritual practices with HeartMath t...

31 Jan 25min

The Healing Journey of a Spiritual Teacher

The Healing Journey of a Spiritual Teacher

In this episode, Dr. David Hanscom talks with writer and spiritual teacher Regan Caruthers. She shares her early education in meditation and contemplative practices, influenced by her unconventional m...

31 Jan 28min

Empowering Communities of Recovery

Empowering Communities of Recovery

In this episode, Dr. David Hanscom continues his discussion with Executive Director of the Empower2Recover Foundation, Jay Barnard.  He discusses his the evolution of his nonprofit, Empower2Recver, fr...

24 Jan 29min

Becoming Empowered: A Personal Journey Out of Addiction

Becoming Empowered: A Personal Journey Out of Addiction

In this episode, Dr. David Hanscom talks with Executive Director of the Empower2Recover Foundation, Jay Barnard. He shares his personal experience of struggling with substance abuse, including multipl...

24 Jan 25min

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