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Robert was told spinal fusion surgery was his only option for a massive C5-C6 disc extrusion pressing on his spinal cord. Doctors warned him that decompression was "too risky" and wouldn't work. He couldn't hold a coffee cup, suffered from tremors, numbness, and weakness—his life was unraveling.

But after starting Dr. JD Dudum's Disc Renewal Therapy, everything changed. Within 12 weeks, Robert was 80% better with a 29% reduction in the extrusion. By nine months, MRIs showed a 52% disc reduction—completely off the spinal cord. Today, he's 90% pain free, exercising again, and surgery is no longer a thought.

This episode breaks down the treatment steps, the precise decompression strategy, and the power of choosing the right angle, dosage, and stabilization.

• 1:10 – Doctors warn: "Decompression is too risky"

• 2:30 – Building the roadmap: exams, MRI review, instability testing

• 3:45 – Treatment begins: decompression, laser, and stabilization

• 5:30 – MRI proof: 29% reduction at 3 months, 52% at 9 months

• 6:40 – Life transformation: 90% pain free, surgery no longer needed

#SpinalDecompression #BackAtItPodcast #DiscHerniation #AvoidSurgery #NeckPainRelief #HealingJourney #DrJDDudum

In this episode, Dr. J.D. Dudum discusses lumbar spinal stenosis, a condition causing back and nerve pain, and provides hope for those seeking non-surgical treatment. Spinal stenosis is often characterized by a narrowing of the spinal canal or nerve passageways, leading to symptoms like leg pain, numbness, and difficulty standing.

Dr. Dudum explains how spinal decompression therapy can naturally reduce inflammation and nerve pressure, mimicking the relief of leaning forward (like using a shopping cart). He emphasizes the importance of testing to customize decompression angles for each patient, sharing inspiring success stories of patients who avoided spinal surgery and regained mobility and function. He concludes by offering actionable advice for those diagnosed with stenosis and guidance on finding experienced practitioners.

1. Symptoms of Spinal Stenosis: Includes leg pain, numbness, and the need to lean forward for relief (e.g., "shopping cart syndrome").
2. Treatment Option: Spinal decompression can alleviate symptoms by creating space in the spinal canal or nerve passageways.
3. Individualized Approach: Proper testing determines the right decompression angle and ensures the best outcomes.
4. Real Results: Case studies show that patients have avoided surgery and achieved significant improvements through decompression therapy.

• 0:45 - Explanation of lumbar spinal stenosis and its symptoms.
• 2:30 - Discussion of "shopping cart syndrome" and why leaning forward helps.
• 4:15 - Types of spinal stenosis: central canal, foraminal, and disc-related stenosis.
• 6:00 - How spinal decompression therapy works to alleviate symptoms.
• 9:20 - Success story: Tom's journey from severe leg pain to hiking in Canada.
• 14:45 - Addressing disc-related stenosis and additional treatment considerations.

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In this episode, Dr. JD Dudum kicks off Season 5 of Back At It with Dr. Decompression by introducing exciting updates and actionable advice for 2025. He discusses the importance of setting specific goals for the new year, emphasizing the need for detailed action plans to achieve success. He notes that 80% of people abandon their resolutions by February due to a lack of planning.

He also highlights three hidden signs of disc injuries:

1. Persistent glute or hip pain that doesn't improve with muscle treatments and may worsen with stretching.
2. Difficulty bending to tie shoes or put them on, indicating nerve or disc involvement.
3. Back pain flare-ups that become more frequent and last longer over time, signaling potential disc issues.

Finally, he wraps up with a reminder to stay committed to health goals and subscribe for more tips and insights on back pain and recovery.

• 0:00 - Introduction to Season 5 and Overview of Goals
• 1:30 - January Resolutions and Tips for Success
• 3:15 - Three Hidden Signs of a Disc Injury
• 5:10 - First Sign: Glute Pain That Won't Go Away
• 7:40 - Second Sign: Difficulty Tying Shoes Without Sciatica Pain
• 10:20 - Third Sign: Recurring and Worsening Flare-Ups
• 15:00 - Wrapping Up: Key Takeaways and Encouragement

#BackPainRelief, #SciaticaHelp, #DiscInjuryRecovery, 
#SpinalDecompression, #AvoidBackSurgery, #Healthy2025, 
#BackPainExercises, #ChiropracticCare, #PainFreeLiving, 
#LowerBackPain, #SpinalHealth, #DecompressionTherapy, 
#HealthTips, #FitnessGoals2025

This episode of Back at It with Dr. Decompression addresses the common question, "How do I know I'm getting better?" Dr. JD Dudum breaks down the three key signs of healing for those dealing with disc herniations, sciatica, and nerve pain:

1. Centralization of Pain: Pain moves closer to the center of the body, becomes less intense, and/or occurs less frequently.
2. Improved Function: Patients regain the ability to perform daily activities they struggled with, such as walking, shaving, or getting out of bed without significant discomfort.
3. Decreased Medication Use: Patients require less medication or none at all to manage their symptoms, indicating progress in their healing process.

Dr. Dudum provides real-life examples from his clinic to illustrate these signs, helping patients understand what true progress looks like during treatment. With actionable advice and relatable stories, this episode serves as a guide for anyone looking to measure improvement in their journey toward recovery.

• 0:00 - Introduction to the episode and overview of healing signs.
• 1:20 - Explanation of centralization and how pain shifts during recovery.
• 3:45 - Real-life example of centralization in a patient's journey.
• 5:10 - Improved function as a sign of healing and patient success stories.
• 7:30 - How decreased medication use indicates progress.
• 9:15 - Recap of the three signs of healing and their significance.
• 10:30 - Closing thoughts and encouragement for patients.

#BackPainRelief #SciaticaRecovery #DiscHerniation #SpinalDecompression #HealingJourney
#PainManagement #ChiropracticCare #Centralization #FunctionalImprovement #HealthySpine
#BackAtItPodcast #JDdudum

In Episode 55 of Back at It with Dr. Decompression, Dr. JD Dudum addresses the emotional and physical strain of dealing with severe disc injuries. He shares the story of a friend who recently reached out to him, overwhelmed by debilitating back and leg pain impacting her daily life, mental health, and relationships. Dr. Dudum emphasizes the impact of chronic pain on stress, anxiety, and the tendency to catastrophize, often creating a vicious cycle.

To break this cycle, Dr. Dudum recommends three essential steps:

1. Take action by consulting a healthcare provider.
2. Commit to a treatment plan without jumping between multiple providers.
3. Set clear expectations and monitor progress closely with your practitioner, ensuring they have a flexible approach to adapt treatment as needed.

Dr. Dudum highlights the importance of individualized treatment plans, especially with disc injuries. He explains how imaging (like MRI) can provide crucial details on the type and extent of the injury, allowing practitioners to tailor decompression therapy more effectively. He also shares his own back injury experience, reminding listeners to stay proactive, patient, and persistent.

Timestamps:

• 0:45 – The mental toll of chronic back pain and its effects on anxiety and stress
• 3:20 – Three actionable steps for managing pain effectively
• 6:40 – Importance of a dedicated plan and realistic expectations
• 9:15 – The role of imaging in understanding and treating disc injuries
• 11:00 – Dr. Dudum's personal journey with back pain and lessons learned

#BackPain #DiscInjury #SpinalDecompression #ChronicPain #MentalHealth

In this episode, Dr. JD Dudum explores degenerative disc disease, a common, often painful condition caused by the wearing down of spinal discs. He explains that as discs lose hydration and become more brittle, they can create pain, stiffness, and achiness in the lower back, particularly when moving from sitting to standing or bending. Although often associated with older age, degenerative disc disease can also affect younger individuals due to trauma, repetitive stress, or factors like obesity.

Dr. Dudum discusses different methods to diagnose the condition, recommending X-rays rather than MRIs since MRIs are generally needed only for detecting disc bulges or herniations. For those diagnosed with degenerative disc disease, Dr. Dudum offers practical tips to manage symptoms at home. He emphasizes the importance of movement, such as walking and specific stretches like knee-to-chest and cat-cow exercises. Anti-inflammatory supplements, inversion tables, chiropractic care, physical therapy, and acupuncture are all valuable tools to alleviate discomfort.

While spinal decompression is a successful treatment for many disc issues, Dr. Dudum advises patients with degenerative disc disease to first try non-invasive options before considering decompression therapy. He shares the success story of a patient who felt significantly better after only a few decompression sessions, underscoring how decompression can reduce inflammation, improve mobility, and help people avoid surgery.

For listeners with back pain, Dr. Dudum provides a free low back pain guide, available by texting "relief" to 925-291-5670.

• [2:35] Overview of degenerative disc disease, causes, and symptoms
• [6:50] Diagnosing degenerative disc disease: X-ray vs. MRI
• [11:30] Home remedies: stretches, walking, inversion tables, and anti-inflammatory supplements
• [17:45] Decompression therapy for degenerative disc disease vs. other disc conditions
• [21:15] Success story: Patient's improvement after decompression therapy
• [26:00] Steps to take if home remedies aren't providing relief

#BackPainRelief #DegenerativeDiscDisease #SpinalHealth #DrDudum #BackAtItPodcast #SpinalDecompression

In this episode of Back At It with Dr. Decompression, Dr. JD Dudum addresses a common question: "Why are my hips always off?" He uses a patient case study to explain how disc herniations and compensatory body patterns can lead to chronic hip misalignment, despite regular chiropractic adjustments.

Dr. Dudum discusses the importance of addressing the root cause—typically a disc injury—and highlights the benefits of spinal decompression for long-term relief. He also shares his personal experience with spinal decompression and how it helped him recover from a herniated disc.

• [00:00] Introduction to the episode: Why are my hips always off?
• [01:05] Case study: "Sally," a patient with chronic lower back pain, hip issues, and hamstring pain.
• [03:10] MRI findings: Sally's disc herniations and their impact on her body's compensatory mechanisms.
• [05:05] How adjustments provide temporary relief but don't address the root cause.
• [06:30] The role of spinal decompression in treating the disc injury and balancing the pelvis.
• [08:00] Dr. Dudum's personal story: Recovering from his own disc herniation with spinal decompression.
• [09:35] Why muscle tightness and spasms are caused by the brain's protective mechanisms, not just muscle issues.
• [10:30] Encouragement to seek spinal decompression for lasting relief from hip and lower back pain.

#SpinalDecompression #BackPainRelief #DiscHerniation #ChiropracticCare #HipPain #LowerBackPain #DrDecompression #ChronicPain #HealthySpine #HealingJourney

Episode 50: A Major Milestone and Exciting Announcements

In this special 50th episode, Dr. JD Dudum celebrates a major milestone by announcing his first published peer-reviewed article on non-surgical spinal decompression. The paper, published in the Journal of Contemporary Chiropractic, highlights four patient case studies where individuals on the verge of spinal surgery experienced significant relief after undergoing spinal decompression treatment. Each patient, previously facing surgery after failed injections and other treatments, became pain-free, and their disc herniations showed significant reduction.

Joining Dr. Dudum in this episode is Dr. Gatterman, his co-author on the paper, who provides insight into the rigorous process of getting the research published. They discuss the importance of spinal decompression in avoiding surgery and share personal stories about patients' recoveries. Dr. Dudum expresses his excitement over the research, the future of spinal decompression, and the possibilities this paper opens for further exploration into non-surgical treatment options.

From sharing the challenges of the research process, including navigating Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) and journal submissions, to revealing groundbreaking discoveries about disc healing, Dr. Dudum and Dr. Gatterman offer listeners an in-depth look at the science and success behind spinal decompression.

Timestamps:

• 0:00 – Intro and episode milestone celebration
• 1:45 – Announcement of Dr. Dudum's first peer-reviewed article
• 3:12 – Discussion about the four patient cases in the paper
• 8:25 – The process of getting published and working with an IRB
• 14:10 – The lightbulb moment: The case that changed Dr. Gatterman's understanding of disc herniations
• 21:45 – Redefining the timeline for disc healing: Traditional five-year healing vs. new findings
• 26:40 – Real-world success stories from decompression patients
• 33:10 – Annular tear healing and the role of spinal decompression
   
  #chiropractic #spinaldecompression #healthandwellness #spinehealth #research

In this episode of Back At It with Dr. Decompression, Dr. JD Dudum shares his top 10 lessons learned after performing nearly 30,000 spinal decompression treatments. He dispels common myths about disc herniations and explains how they can actually reabsorb.

Dr. Dudum stresses the importance of understanding the unique nature of every back injury, providing valuable insights on treatment plans, realistic expectations, and why clinical experience with decompression is crucial. He also highlights the importance of being empathetic towards patients dealing with nerve pain and the significant role of personalized care.

0:00 - Introduction
0:45 - Myth-busting: Disc herniations can reabsorb
2:15 - Making time for real change in back treatment
5:30 - Empathy for those suffering from nerve pain
8:10 - The underdiagnosis of disc herniations
11:00 - Decompression is not a "one size fits all" solution
13:30 - The power of being face down during treatment
16:00 - The importance of clinical experience in spinal decompression
19:30 - Realistic expectations: When decompression doesn't work
23:00 - Recognizing success: Pain reduction vs. elimination
26:00 - Knowing what "win" you're looking for with spinal decompression

#SpinalDecompression #BackPainRelief #DiscHerniation #Sciatica #ChiropracticCare #HealthTips #NervePain #SpinalHealth #PainManagement #DecompressionTherapy

In this episode of Back At It with Dr. Decompression, Dr. J.D. Dudum is joined by Dr. Kamran Jahangiri from San Diego Chiropractic Neurology. Together, they explore some lesser-known signs of disc injuries, such as chronic hamstring tightness that doesn't respond to traditional stretching, unexplained soreness in the legs, and an unusual symptom of heightened sensitivity or ticklishness in the legs. Dr. Jahangiri shares real-life cases, including a 30-year-old unresolved back issue that could be linked to nerve impingement.

If you're dealing with ongoing tension, unexplained leg discomfort, or other nagging symptoms, this episode could give you valuable insight into whether your spine might be the root cause. Don't normalize these symptoms—learn how spinal decompression could be the solution.

0:00 - Introduction and Sponsor Shout-out
2:00 - Dr. Kamran Jahangiri Returns to Discuss Unusual Disc Symptoms
5:30 - Chronic Hamstring Tightness: A Hidden Disc Injury?
10:15 - Unexplained Leg Soreness and Blood Flow Issues
15:45 - Sensitivity and Ticklishness in Legs: A Sign of Nerve Impingement
20:30 - Real-Life Case Study: 30-Year-Old Back Injury
25:50 - Dr. Kamran's Closing Words
28:00 - Outro and Episode 49 Preview

#SpinalDecompression #DiscInjury #BackPainRelief #ChiropracticCare #NerveImpingement #HamstringTightness #Sciatica #Neuropathy #LegSoreness #HealthAndWellness

In this episode of Back At It with Dr. Decompression, Dr. JD Dudum dives deep into the story of Mark, a patient who experienced a remarkable recovery from a central disc herniation. After suffering from back spasms, lower back pain, and disrupted daily activities, Mark was on the verge of getting a spinal injection. However, after undergoing spinal decompression therapy with Dr. Dudum, his symptoms improved by over 50% within a few weeks, allowing him to cancel the injection and regain control of his life.

Dr. Dudum breaks down the specifics of Mark's treatment, including the use of decompression, cold laser therapy, and PowerPlate vibration therapy. He also addresses common misconceptions about spinal decompression, including whether herniated discs can reabsorb, and highlights the importance of stabilizing exercises for long-term recovery.

Mark's journey exemplifies the potential of non-surgical spinal decompression in treating disc herniations and offers hope to those suffering from chronic back pain. Dr. Dudum encourages listeners to seek non-invasive options before turning to surgery or injections.

0:00 - Introduction
0:40 - Episode overview and shoutout to sponsors
2:10 - Mark's initial symptoms and central disc herniation diagnosis
5:30 - Explanation of Mark's spinal decompression treatment and progress
8:00 - The impact of cold laser therapy and PowerPlate
10:15 - Addressing a common misconception about disc reabsorption
13:00 - Mark's long-term recovery and avoiding a spinal injection
16:30 - How spinal decompression speeds up recovery from flare-ups
19:00 - Conclusion and encouraging listeners to try non-surgical options
21:00 - Closing remarks and teaser for episode 47

#SpinalDecompression #BackPainRelief #HerniatedDisc #NonSurgicalTreatment #ChiropracticCare #ColdLaserTherapy #PowerPlate #DiscReabsorption #PainManagement #PodcastEpisode

In Episode 42 of the Back At It with Dr. Decompression podcast, Dr. JD Dudum explores the concept of "friction" and how it relates to overcoming obstacles in your journey to health. Whether it's time, money, belief, or knowledge, friction can be the force that holds you back from getting the results you want, especially when dealing with pain.

Dr. Dudum shares his personal story of overcoming his own back injury, the challenges he faced, and how he ultimately made the decision to invest in a decompression table that changed his life. He also discusses a recent patient success story, illustrating how adding a little friction can lead to significant improvements.

If you're struggling with pain or any other challenge in life, this episode offers valuable insights on why change requires effort and how you can take the first step towards a better life.

In episode 40 of "Back At It with Dr. Decompression," Dr. JD Dudum dives into the often misunderstood topic of buttock and hip pain. He explains how what many think is butt or piriformis pain is actually a symptom of an underlying issue with the lower back.

Dr. Dudum shares his personal story of dealing with severe buttock pain and leg numbness, revealing how a misdiagnosed hip issue turned out to be a disc injury. He discusses the critical difference between piriformis syndrome and lower back disc injuries, highlighting that only 5% of cases are actually due to piriformis syndrome, according to a study from Harvard Medical School.

Through real-life patient stories, Dr. Dudum emphasizes the importance of proper diagnosis and introduces simple tests to identify the true cause of the pain. Tune in to learn about the hidden causes of buttock and hip pain, how to diagnose them accurately, and effective treatments to find lasting relief.

In this episode of "Back At It with Dr. Decompression," Dr. JD Dudum dives into the topic of lumbar stenosis, breaking down what it is, how it differs from herniated discs, and the distinctions between central canal and foramenal stenosis. He explains the typical symptoms, including why leaning forward often provides relief, and shares insights from recent research on the efficacy of decompression surgery.

Dr. Dudum also discusses how spinal decompression can offer significant relief for those suffering from stenosis, sharing a success story about a patient named Arthur.

If you're dealing with lower back pain or curious about these conditions, this episode is packed with valuable information to help you understand and manage your symptoms. Tune in to learn more and get back on the path to health!

Dr. Dudum and Dr. Kamran Jahangiri get clinical discussing their treatment protocols for spinal instability. Spinal instability is common for patients suffering from discogenic pain. How common? One study suggest 57% of patients with discogenic pain have spinal instability. The biggest frustrations their patients are experiencing are balance issues, nerve pain and numbness, lack of progressive results and sudden flare-ups. Listen as the the doctors cover non-surgical spinal decompression, Power Plate corrective exercises, red light therapy, and other treatment modalities that are helping reduce patient symptoms of spinal instability. Both doctors review specific Neuropahty cases from their respective clinics.

EPISODE 28 TAKEAWAYS:

1. What is joint instability, and are their different types?
2. How the leading decompression doctors utilize flexion/extension x rays to gets results.
3. Dr. Kamran Jahangiri and Dr. Dudum have successfuly helped patients with their clinical protocols.
4. What exercises are the best to stalize the spine.
5. Will you actaully be able to find relief with a herniated disc in the lumbar spine or cervical spine without spinal surgery? 

The Back at it with Dr. Decompression is presented by Dr. JD Dudum. Dr. Dudum operates one of the largest Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression clinics in the country. Watch this podcast stream to learn clinical pearls, take home tips and so much more from Dr. Dudum's 15 years of clinical experience working with back pain patients. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/back-at-it-with-dr-decompression/id1704753367

Dr. Dudum discusses how back pain continues to be on the rise and effects millions of people annually. 60-80% of people will experience low back pain in their lives. Furthermore, 10% of the population will have low back pain for over 30 months. One of the leading cause of low back pain is Degenerative Disc Disease. Degenerative disc disease is the result on continual stress on the spine. Dr. Dudum compares spinal surgery and other non-invasive treatments such as spinal decompression.

EPISODE 27 TAKEAWAYS:

1.Why spinal surgery is on the rise?

2. How Non-Surgical spinal decompression helps reduce symptoms of degenerative disc disease.

3. Review a patient case in the decompression center and their results.

4.Why does low back pain continue to be a leading health concern?

The Back at it with Dr. Decompression is presented by Dr. JD Dudum. Dr. Dudum operates one of the largest Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression clinics in the country. Watch this podcast stream to learn clinical pearls, take home tips and so much more from Dr. Dudum's 15 years of clinical experience working with back pain patients. 

Dr. Dudum and Dr. Kamran Jahangiri get clinical discussing their treatment protocols for Neuropathy. Peripheral Neuropathy effects 2-3% of the global population. The symptoms include, but are not limited to numbess, burning, muscle loss and pins and needles in the feet and hands. The biggest frustrations their patients are experiencing are balance issues, inability to sleep, walking challenges and numbness.

Listen as the the doctors cover non-surgical spinal decompression, vitamins and minerals, red light therapy, and other treatment modalities that are helping reduce patient symptoms of Neuropathy. Both doctors review specific Neuropahty cases from their respective clinics. 

EPISODE 25 TAKEAWAYS:

1. Peripheral Neuropathy is the loss of sensation, pins and needles, burings, numbess in the hands or feet.
2. There are mutlitple cause of Neuropathy: Diabetes, Chemotherapy, Structural, Medications and More!
3. Dr. Kamran Jahangiri and Dr. Dudum have successfuly helped neuropathy patients with their clinical protocols.
4. What supplements are best recommend to help symtpoms and increase blood flow.
5. Will actaully be able to find relief with Peripheral Neuropathy without lifetime medications? Listen to the case studies Dr. Kamran and Dr. Dudum describe.

The Back at it with Dr. Decompression is presented by Dr. JD Dudum. Dr. Dudum operates one of the largest Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression clinics in the country. Watch this podcast stream to learn clinical pearls, take home tips and so much more from Dr. Dudum's 15 years of clinical experience working with back pain patients.

Dr. Dudum explains a key concept to achieving sciatia relieft! Centralization is the healing of the sciatic nerve and the pain, sensation, numbness coming up towards the spine. Another term for cetnralization of pain is retracing. Dr. Dudum goes into great detail about the how he utilizes Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression to improve centraliztion of lower back pain. The DOC spinal decompression table allows the practictioner to evaluation which angle will best reduce sciatica symptoms.

EPISODE 24 TAKEAWAYS:

1. So why does centralizatio of low back pain actually happen.
2. Why is peripherization a bad sign?
3. What are the signs of centralization. The nerve symptoms will reduce in size, move towards the lower back of decrease in intensity. Think... the volume of the pain should be turning down!
4. Dr. Dudum explains a specific case in his spinal decompression clinic. This particular patient has previously had 3 spinal surgeries. From Laminectomy to being recommend a spinal fusion. 6 weeks into his Non-Surgical Spinal Decompressin program he is 80% better and avoided spinal surgery!
5. What are 3 thigns you can start TODAY to start centralizing your lower back pain?                The Back at it with Dr. Decompression is presented by Dr. JD Dudum. Dr. Dudum operates one of the largest Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression clinics in the country. Watch this podcast stream to learn clinical pearls, take home tips and so much more from Dr. Dudum's 15 years of clinical experience working with back pain patients. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/back-at-it-with-dr-decompression/id1704753367

Dr. Dudum explains how stress on the spine leads to increased rate of bone growth, arthritis and dysfunction. Every single day we are putting stress and negative forces into our spines. Traumatic events such as a car accident or traumatic fall. But more changeable events like sitting in a chair, looking down at your phone or reading your favorite amazon book on the couch. This may seem obvious, but if you're curious the science behind it, check it out! 

EPISODE 22 TAKEAWAYS:

1. What is Wollf's law regarding the spine and bone formation! The more stress on our spine.
2. What causes stress on the spine? Car accidents? Posture strain such as looking at your phone, or the way you sit in a chair, and possibly the way you fall asleep at night.
3. How does gravity affect Wollf's law and cause more stress on your spine and increase risk of arthritis and disc herniations. Why do people traveling in space have less back pain and feel taller?
4. How to destress your spine and slow down the stress on your spine. Cat cow exercises are great to floss the spine. Brining knee to chest exercises help improve flexion of the lumbar spine relieve pressure. The other exercise is to do fall back squats in a chair, to build up the posterior chain.

You can try these today to decrease the daily stress on your spine.

The Back at it with Dr. Decompression is presented by Dr. JD Dudum. Dr. Dudum operates one of the largest Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression clinics in the country. Watch this podcast stream to learn clinical pearls, take home tips and so much more from Dr. Dudum's 15 years of clinical experience working with back pain patients.

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/back-at-it-with-dr-decompression/id1704753367

Dr. Dudum and Dr. Kamran Jahangiri go clinical again as they discuss current patients going through their spinal decompression programs. In this episode the doctors educate on how to diagnosis carpal tunnel syndrome and how neck injuries might present as carpal tunnel. Also, how does text neck affect the cervical discs and pinched nerves? The protocol for spinal decompression should not simply be lay on a table, relax and pull the herniated disc for relief. There are so many factors that the doctor should evaluate prior to treatment: What angle should you pull a C6-C7 disc protrusion, how much weight does each patient need, and what are expected outcomes to avoid spinal surgery?

Both Dr. Dudum and Dr. Jahangiri have been operating highly successful spinal decompression clinics in California. They help patients with chronic back pain, disc bulges, extruded discs, facet arthritis, degenerative disc disease, and so many conditions related to the spine with non-surgical spinal decompression.

The Back at it with Dr. Decompression is presented by Dr. JD Dudum. Dr. Dudum operates one of the largest Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression clinics in the country. Watch this podcast stream to learn clinical pearls, take home tips and so much more from Dr. Dudum's 15 years of clinical experience working with back pain patients. 

Dr. JD Dudum will discuss how certain treatments like acupuncture, standard chiropractic treatments, or general physical thearpy work for some people and not for others. Finding the root cause of the issue is the biggest way to get results and the outcomes you are looking for. With Spinal Decompression Dr. Dudum is rigorous about examination and imaging to find the root cause, there getting the best results for most of the patients he works with. 

In Episode 10, Dr. Dudum interviews Dr. Russell Teames, the founder of Desert Brain and Spine in Phoenix, Arizona. The two doctors are friends and collegues from their time together at Life Chiropractic College West 13 years ago.

Dr. Teames founded Desert Brain and Spine in 2022. Together they share stories, discuss various case studies regarding Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression, functional neurology, how to succussfully operate a chronic pain center, and even some golf stories. 

Dr. JD Dudum hosts his guest Dr. Bryan Gatterman DC DACBR,  Associate Professor at Life Chiropractic College West. They discuss advancements in Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression as well as discuss the myths about healing through chiropractic therapy.

Dr. JD Dudum share how spinal decompression can heal neck pain, as he shares case studies and stories. 

In this Episode, Dr. Dudum answers the question, "Does Spinal Decompression Really Work?". He will review recent patient cases, post MRI's that decomstration this technology and his treatment methods really do work! 

In this episode, Dr. JD Dudum, shares 2 of his most powerful patient stories and how they completely turned around their back pain. Specifically utilizing the technology of Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression to help patients with lumbar disc injuries avoid spinal surgery and get back on their path to health. 

In this Episode, Dr. JD Dudum talks about the technology behind Spinal Decompression and how it has helped him get the best results for his patients and himself.

Dr. JD Dudum uncoveres the truth about Sciatica and Sciatica relief. He shares stories and step by step exercises that people can do to relieve sciatica pain. 

Dr. JD Dudum shares his personal journey on overcoming back pain. He shares his chiropractic journey, from his childhood struggles with weight, to playing basketball, and then his road to creating his current practice and mission to help people get back to their path to heath.

 In episode 2, Dr. Dudum interviews Dr. Kamran Jahangiri, one of the founders of San Diego Chiropractic Neurology. Together they share stories and also talk about new technology that is helping their patients with back pain relief.