MRI Says You're Fine—but You Still Hurt?
About this episode
This episode discusses the complexities of low back pain and offers insights for fitness professionals and those seeking relief.
Are you or your clients struggling with low back pain? 🤔 Whether you’re a fitness professional, physical therapist, or someone seeking relief, this episode is packed with expert insights you can’t afford to miss! Join award-winning personal trainer and “NASM CPT Podcast” host Rick Richey as he sits down with renowned physical therapist, Pete Schultz, to break down everything you NEED to know about low back pain. Discover the real causes, get past the myths, and learn practical insights to help you move better and stay pain-free. 🔥 In This Episode: · The different types of low back pain explained: disc herniation, muscle strains, spinal stenosis, facet joint issues, SI joint hypermobility, and nociplastic (neuroplastic) pain · Signs, symptoms, and real-life examples that demystify each condition · How imaging like MRIs and X-rays often miss the full picture—and what really matters · The often-overlooked role of the nervous system, stress, and the biopsychosocial model in chronic pain · Why personal trainers…
People in this episode
Host: Rick Richey
Guest: Pete Schultz
Topics covered
- low back pain
- physical therapy
- fitness
- chronic pain
- exercise strategies
Keywords
- low back pain
- disc herniation
- muscle strains
- spinal stenosis
- exercise strategies
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: NASM
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