What is nerve flossing, why does it help, and how does it help? Will it help in sciatica pain? We discuss the research about it, the dosage, and how to properly add it into a daily program.  Here are the articles in reference: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10744707/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8703155/ And https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4755972/  Are you looking for a more affordable way to manage your pain? Check out the patient advocate program here: ptpatientadvocate.com Here’s the self cheat sheet for symptom management: https://ifi ..read more

There are a ton of diagnoses that can emulate sciatica. We need to understand what we’re dealing with in order to figure out a solution. Diagnostics is step 1, step 2 is going to focus on treating the cause of pain. Learn more about it in today's episode. Are you looking for a more affordable way to manage your pain?  Check out the patient advocate program here: ptpatientadvocate.com Here’s the self cheat sheet for symptom management: https://ifixyoursciatica.gymleadmachine.co/self-treatment-cheat-sheet-8707 Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/fix-your-sciatica-podcast/dona ..read more

Here’s another surgical success story. After months of living in pain, trying all sorts of therapies, and having to figure out foreign healthcare systems, Keren was able to receive the procedure she needed for pain relief. Now she is pain free and can go back to living her life without any fear. You can check out Keren’s website here: www.topleftdesign.com Are you looking for a more affordable way to manage your pain? Check out the patient advocate program here: ptpatientadvocate.com Here’s the self cheat sheet for symptom management: https://ifixyoursciatica.gymleadmachine.co/self-treatment ..read more

Today’s special guest is someone that I’ve been following and learning from since 2015. Dr. Erson Religioso III, PT, DPT is a physical therapist and founder of Modern Manual Therapy. He travels the US/and world teaching his approach to treating pain. We discuss a couple specific analogies about movement that will help you better understand that there’s no such thing as good/bad posture, and how we can reduce the amount of fear when dealing with pain. You can reach Dr. E here: https://modmt.com/sites and follow him @modernmanualtherapy on facebook, instagram, and YouTube Are you looking for a ..read more

Let’s face it, healthcare is expensive. Unfortunately, the cost of healthcare is only going to go up. What do we do when we don’t have the funds or access to healthcare? Today, we interview Dr. Erkeda Derouen, MD, who is triple board certified in medicine and has founded an amazing organization that helps folks get the healthcare they need when not being able to afford it. We discuss the challenges with the cost of healthcare and how to successfully navigate the system when you need it.  You can hear more about the pacemakerz app here: https://pacemakerzapp.com/, and you can reach out to ..read more

Acupuncture is a great tool/resource to manage sciatica pain. There are a lot of components that need to be assessed. We take a deep dive into this, in addition to chakras (another form of Eastern medicine) with Dr. Alexander Joannou, a Western train physician, turned Eastern medicine convert. Listen more to learn about acupuncture and the marriage between eastern and western medicine; and their roles in sciatica pain management.  You can find more information about Dr. Alex here: https://stickittodepression.com/ Check out the patient advocate program here: ptpatientadvocate.com Here’s ..read more

In your 40s and 50s with sciatica? You may be experiencing a perfect storm of hormones during Menopause and actual sciatica pain. We interview Amitha Sharma, Founder of NourishDoc, a platform designed to help women navigate this stage in life. We discuss the hormonal changes + things that may be happening when dealing with sciatica pain.  You can learn more about the company here: https://www.nourishdoc.com/ Check out the patient advocate program here: ptpatientadvocate.com Here’s the self cheat sheet for symptom management: https://ifixyoursciatica.gymleadmachine.co/self-treatment-chea ..read more

When was the last time you met with your primary care doctor? Did you know that they serve as the gatekeeper to your health? They can get a lot done and answer a ton of questions for you during the visit. However, you may not have that luxury if you are going through an insurance based provider (limited to 15-20 minute visits). We interviewed Dr. Michelle Cooke, MD of Sol Direct Primary Care (https://sol-dpc.org/). We talk about how to maximize your visits with your primary care doctor especially when dealing with something like Sciatica.  Check out the patient advocate program here: ptp ..read more

The ayurvedic healing arts originated in India thousands of years ago. How can it help with health and pain management? Today we step into the east and learn more about this art. Madhuri Pura Dasa is today’s guest and we take a deep dive into ayurveda, what it is and how it helps people.  You can out more of his work here: https://madhu.life/ send the word “mak” in any of the correspondence and you’ll receive your free ayurvedic guide! Check out the patient advocate program here: ptpatientadvocate.com Here’s the self cheat sheet for symptom management: https://ifixyoursciatica.gymleadma ..read more

What is physiatry? What options are there in regenerative medicine? How does a physiatrist evaluate you for sciatica pain? We learn this and more with Dr. Nikhil Verma, M.D a physiatrist and owner of Essential Sports and Spine Solutions in Ohio. Dr. Verma shares with us the inner workings of a physiatrist, how they help patients, and the options available for regenerative medicine.  You can get in touch with Dr. Verma’s clinic at: https://www.essentialsportsspine.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/essentialsportsspine/ Check out the patient advocate program here: ptpatientadvocate.com H ..read more