EFR 888: Sciatica and Back Pain Myths, plus How to Strengthen & Pain-Proof Your Back At Any Age with Grant Elliott

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Dr. Grant Elliott, DC, founder of RehabFix, joins us to debunk the most persistent myths about back pain and reveal the truth behind why so many people suffer needlessly. With over 3 million followers and the #1 back pain program in the world, Grant shares how the right mindset, movement, and education can help you avoid surgery and reclaim your quality of life. You’ll learn why your spine is stronger than you think, how fear delays healing, and why rest may actually be hurting you. Whether you’re an athlete, office worker, or just someone trying to live pain-free, this episode will change the way you think about your back forever.

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In this episode we discuss...

00:00 – Back Pain Myth Busters

02:45 – Who is Dr. Grant Elliott?

06:00 – What Really Causes Back Pain

10:30 – The Psychological Trap of Chronic Pain

17:00 – Are Weak Glutes a Myth?

22:45 – Tight Hips & Back Pain

27:30 – Working Through Pain

31:00 – The Truth About Rest

35:45 – Movement as Medicine

40:15 – Sciatica Explained

44:40 – The "Glass Back" Syndrome

48:00 – Posture: Overrated?

52:00 – Modalities: What Works, What Doesn’t

1:05:00 – When Surgery is Actually Necessary

1:12:30 – Avoiding Unnecessary Surgery

1:17:50 – Final Advice: Movement is the Answer

1:19:00 – Ever Forward

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