Rethinking Rehab with Dr. Shane

#117 What to do with Non-specific Low Back Pain

Have you had the unpleasant feeling of low back pain? millions of Americans deal with this problem and it is very debilitating. If you have dealt with low back pain for a while and it is not getting better than this is the Podcast for you to listen to. I have spent the last 12 years working with patients dealing with this exact issue and I have had great success with improving the severity of their symptoms and setting up rehabilitation programs to get them out of pain and back living the life they knew they could. Shots and Surgery don't always fix the back pain problems, unfortunately I have seen some of those interventions worsen the symptoms of low back pain over time. If you want to fix your low back without drugs or surgery take a listen and enjoy!

#116 posture problem fixes - 5:28:26, 9.23 AM

posture problems affect almost everyone in one way or another. neck pain and low back pain are usually the most common areas we see posture have a negative affect on the body. I have had multiple patients with different posture issues affecting neck and headache symptoms as well as low back pain and sciatica issues driven from poor posture. in this Podcast I will discuss the importance of proper posture in different positioning and how those poor posture positinos can be problematic. I will also discuss how these issues can be corrected and Physical Therapy interventions. If you have neck or low back pain that is worsened by prolonged sitting or standing positing or possible sleeping positing then this podcast is for you.

#115 whats up with neuropathy - 4:13:26, 12.16 PM

Neuropathy affects millions of Americans and is one of the leading causes of fall injuries in the country. Neuropathy is a slow breakdown of our peripheral nervous system typically seen in the hands and feet first. This condition can worsen and affect more proximal muscles of the limbs. Overall Neuropathy will significantly impact mobility and safety. Good News there are natural ways to improve nervous system function and reverse the affects of neuropathy. If you are someone facing this debilitating condition then this Podcast is for you. Enjoy.

#114 how to fix shoulderblade pain - 3:9:26, 1.19 PM

Shoulder blade pain can be quite limiting, it can affect sleep quality and the ability to use the arm how you want to. I have delt with solving this problem for patients for years and have really improved the speed of recovery with manual therapy techniques such as dry needling. In today's Podcast I will give a few treatment testimonials of patients I have seen in the last month dealing with shoulder blade pain. if you are having pain in your shoulder or shoulder blade this Podcast is for you. enjoy!

#113 physical rehab vs surgery when is the right time for each - 1:2:26, 9.26 AM

One of the biggest decisions facing many injured people are should they get surgery for their injures or try to heal them naturally on their own. many people I treat are challenged by this decision. there are times when you need surgery and many times when the conservative approach is more beneficial. In todays Podcast I will discuss the times to go surgery route and when conservative care and Physical Therapy rehab are better options long term. if you have been on the fence about a surgery this Podcast is for you.