I was diagnosed with spondy 5 years ago when I was 61. The Dr. recommended surgery. I said nope…found your channel several years ago and started these exercises plus walking every day. I’m now 66 and have taken up jogging and I have my first 5k coming up next Sunday. In my case these exercises have worked and I’m about 97% pain free. Added benefit of losing 16 pounds and my BP is back to normal with no medication. Thank you Bob and Brad for your time and effort to put these videos out.
@@jotanner-hopp4415Between L3and L4,and L4 and L5. The disc are gone and they have fused. I walk 4-5 miles every day . Also I’ve lost about 20 lbs. I’m about 99% pain free.😎
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE! Could you make a “real time” video that we can workout along with you? I find it far to boring to just lay down and do repetitions, so I end up just not doing them at all. I find it much easier to follow along with someone for the entire workout. PLEASE think about it. I think it would help a lot of people. You have my (and many others) sincere gratitude for all that you do. I’m a nurse and I recommend your channel to all of my patients. Keep up the good work!
Another mattress that helps relieve the pain from spondi is the purple mattress. Your videos saved me from electing to get surgery. I know there are times when you must have surgery. Physical therapy took many months but it works. I thank God every day that I didn’t rush to make a decision and that I made the choice to do PT first.
I’m 16. I was diagnosed with this issue a year ago between my L5 and S1. I just wanted to take a moment and thank you guys for making these videos. They have really helped towards my goal of getting better! 😇
I had surgery done to correct a 35degree Scolliosis. I was also diagnosed with Spondylolisthesis and had a dagnosis of Worn Disk Disease in my neck and low back. So with my Scollliosis surgery I also had a cage put into my neck and low back. I had been diagnosed with Bone Degenerative Disease from the Encephalitis I went through in 1988 (the doctors told my husband of 2 years to get ready for my death.) I'm still here and go to physical therapy from time to time when my body desides to lock up in my pelvis or my right short leg gets a mind of its own. The human body can really teach us a thing or two. Thank you for your videos.
It is 1:39 am est. I'm awake watching this because the right side of my back, right 2 toes are in pain. What a relief just putting my foot on the ball......I enjoy the experience and the wisdom about something you can identify and experience...thank you Brad & Bob
Thank you so much for the video. I am 50 and recently diagnosed with l5 S1 Spondy with Periformus and saitica. I was so depressed the last 2 months, but ur videos gave me positive vibes. Thanks agains.
I was dx about 5 years ago and was really depressed for about a year due to my activities coming to almost a hault. I did a 3 month 3 days a week PT which helped a bit but what really helped was Naprosyn (anti- inflammatory) I took 2 a day for 3 months to get inflammation down . Which in turn allows me to walk & do exercises without pain. PT also gave me what I call Ninja Turtle brace (metal plate in back area) which has draw strings that cinch up like a corset which stabilizes if my back goes out. Another thing I discovered was laying on my back & lifting my small grandkids up on my feet over my mid body. It seems to put my back bones back in place (idk) Don't lift weight while bending forward- it really messes me up. Good luck 😊
I’m 22 I just got diagnosed last month been trying to watch your videos to help with the lower back pain and they do help somewhat. Thank you guys. I will continue to do them. If there are anything else you guys recommend let me know as surgery isn’t a option for me.
Ty bob and brad. I too have spondy with stenosis and herniation. Unstable discs are preventing me from getting better and preventing me from sleeping. Got the leg pillow and the belt and the tens unit and chiro and pt and nothing is working. Have to get ball so as to tighten lower abs. Which I thought I can do with leg lifts. Ty much ! Lord help us all who are dealing with physical and mental problems.
Excellent exercises for me. I’m in the diagnosis stages, my problems stem from my back and neck. I’ve had PT, was great. I can see doing most of the exercises you shared, I can even feel it working while watching you both. Thanks for the energy and enthusiasm you’re sharing. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼💪🏼😊❤️
Please tell me the title of the book you are reading on spondylolisthesis. A year ago I was talking with a surgeon about surgery for my spondylolisthesis. Then. I found you and I got hope. I do the exercises you demonstrate and recommend and my pain level has decreased, I feel stronger and now I have hope that I can avoid surgery. Thank you.🙏🏼
Hi guys! Thanks for the all the info! Please make a video of how to run with spondy. I have noticed that if I change my walking and running posture the pain diminishes. Also variations of typical excersises like squats would be great.
I have spondylolisthesis and the ball exercises are absolutely perfect! No more pain. However, I still am careful and do my exercises everyday. Thank you so much!!!!
I am 28 and I have spondylolisthesis at l5 both sides vertabre fractures, grade 1 slippage. Really want to invest in a matrass that could add to relieve and so happy for this videos
I really needed this video. Got my MRI back today. L4-S1 disk bulging with moderate & modest l& R foraminal stenosis. Moderate facet hypertrophy with facet effusions. Nothing has helped. Im considering Rhizotomy
I am 43 and got diagnosed with Spondylolisthesis grade 1 on December. Slipped disc L5 - S1. I love doing kayaking and cycling, hiking and jogging. Being incapable to do any of them made me really depressed. Thanks so much for all your videos related with this condition. I refused to get any surgery at this point however the pain going down to the legs sometimes is unbearable. I have consider to get a cortisol Injections. Can anyone of you advise? I am slowly doing the exercises for this.
My spondylolisthesis got so bad I had to have L4 pulled back into alignment with L5. I now have a plate with 4 screws in my back. The worse part was that my spinal cord was being pinched by the shift of these two vertebrae. I lost feeling from my waist down. I also have a severe S curve to my lower spine. The upper part is straight down to L4. My balance is affect by all this. Since the fusion I have not been able to get any of my back adjusted by a Chiropractor. Most of my life I have depended on adjustments to help me be able to walk. Now since the surgery I have had to use a walker to help me keep my balance and still be able to walk. The whole point of this post is to thank you and all of the Chiropractors over the years that had helped me to be relatively pain free and walk independently for most of my adult life. I wish there would have been a better solution to my situation but there was no choice at the time to keep me from being a paraplegic.
You are very welcome. We wish there would’ve been something else for you as well but sounds like you are keeping your spirits up and finding things that are working for you. That’s great
hi, Brad, thanks for the educational video on the subject. Please please let me know where to purchase the book on the subject you are referring and showing in one of your videos. Thank you.
Thank you so much for the demonstrations, Brad and Bob. A big thing, I think, is getting over the fear of thinking you’re doing something wrong (in exercising) and scared you’re making your condition worse. I have one question for you, Brad, re Spondylolisthesis. I find my legs occasionally feel like they are “vibrating” or ‘trembling’ deep inside. It isn’t painful but the legs feel sort of numb but definitely trembling internally. Is that due to nerve compression? I also find I’ve lost flexibility. I used to be able to stretch the hamstrings fairly well - considering my age - but since “Spondy” arrived, I no longer can stretch well.
I also get those vibratory sensations deep in my leg. I have grade 1 spondy, but i didnt know it until after I herniated a disk in T7 that caused horrible symptoms which led to an MRI. I'm not sure which one is causing those sensations down the leg now; I assumed it was the T7 herniation since I never had symptoms of spondy before, but now I dont know since youre having similar vibratory sensations :( So i'm also curious if thats indicative of spondy compressing the nerve
@@vanillaface9225 - Well, even though I’d never wish back troubles on anyone, I’m glad someone else knows of this weird “vibration” in the legs! Re your T7 problem, I wouldn’t think anything wrong in the Thoracic area would result in that sensation in the legs but then again, I’m not a physiotherapist or physician! Have you had a recent MRI of both the Thoracic and Lumbar areas? I truly wish you better years ahead!
Hello famous physios in the net 🌹 🌹 I am a 53 yr old woman I have spondylesthisis grade 1 with scoliosis 14 degree and knee arthritis with pronation of right knee inward as well as right plantar feet tear issues...i feel so unsteady while walking..i exercise every day and i feel i should really focus on strengthening my legs too..are there exercises for such issues..no one has real answers for such complicated issues..the exercises the physios show me like cat and dog stretches might help my spine but my knee hurts while doing it...pls make videos for ppl like me
hi. first off, thank you very much for all your videos. it really helps! question: is toes to bar or leg raises from a pull up bar good for spondy as well?
Oh my...is this exercise ok for lumbar spondylosis with scoliosis?....that's my recent x ray...I have c curve scoliosis at the same time...thank you so much for this video.Godbless
Great video! I am only 21 but my iiliopsoas is quite tense. I was told it’s the muscle that makes elderly people hunch forward... maybe you could consider a video on hip stretches? And alternatives to illiopsoas:)
When you say that your L4 and L5 are "fused" are you implying that you got a spinal fusion surgery?? Because I thought you DID NOT get surgery? Please clarify, thank you!! P.S. I love you guys!! You are amazing. Thank you. 🙏🏽
I've had L5-S1 discectomy for a herniated disc and now also have slight spondylosisthesis. I'm really confused about what exercises I can safely do because there seem to be opposing forces involved (spondy pushing vertebrae forwards, weakness in L5-S1 disc makes me want to keep my back flexed)
I’m going through this exact thing!! Surgery for herniated disc at age 21 now at 35 diagnosed with mild spondylo something or another but the pain is very irritating and nobody can give me a straight answer of what I can do
@@dixie_3387 I'm sorry to hear this. I've decided to keep up with good spine hygiene as well as working on strengthening my lower abs, back and just trying to keep my weight in check, eat well and keep walking. I have accepted my chronic back pain, which varies in intensity from day to day, take the good with the bad. I hope you are not in too much pain and can find some help.
I wish you had mentioned how many times you didi exercises right in the beginning? Everyday how many times? For beginners? Please share knowledge. Thank you. The ball is for beginners or not? Does not seem to me to be so?
I started at 10 to 15 reps and did them Monday, Wednsday, Fraday. I did other exercise other days that did not irritate my back , for instance I am an advid swimmer and biking is good for less than 45 minutes. Only once per day. The ball is for begginners but some people are intemidated by it for good reason. But if you take your time with it, after a few weeks it will become comfortable. Everyone is a little different on exercise details. Because the ball is wabbley it forces your back and core muscles to work without thinking about it. It is my primary core exercise tool. Great for balance as well. I wish you well. Brad
I do enjoy your videos, but you lost me very quickly because I have a completely torn ACL and have been rehabbing without surgery for 15 weeks and sooo no on the floor or the knees, and I have an impingement in the left shoulder with bicep inflammation and so no leaning on hands or shoulders.- a bit of a mess, have led a very active, but unhealthy lifestyle for decades. 60++ years. I will probably try the most conservative exercises you shared-thanks.
Are any of these exercises for a person that has the most trouble sitting instead of standing, with numbness under right glute into the back of the thigh as well as numbness mostly in right leg under foot, sometimes left foot numbness?
Have y’all addressed slipping rib syndrome where the costal cartilage in ribs 9, 10, 11 have fractured? I was told for years my pain was radiating from the spine. Turns out I have 3 ribs actually broken away from the upper ribs.
@@BobandBrad thanks! I’m having surgery in a few months with the Hansen procedure. It’s been 15 years! It would be good to know beneficial and safe exercises.
hi you two, I am sitting here in absolute agony, once again been up most of the night. could you please tell me something. I was getting out of a 4x4 when my legs gave way ,and I landed on both knees. Since then have had the most excrutiating pain, starting with the worst form of sciatica , which I was told was Piriformis, Doc finally agreed to do a Pelvis X-Ray, of which I am waiting for results. But this pain gets worse and worse, and I have noticed my whole spine hurts, do you think its worth me going to a Neurologist. Be very very grateful if you could advise me, as it would mean going private and we aint rich. I have been doing your exercises, for lower back pain and sciatica, bu nothings working.
We are very sorry to hear this. We would have to suggest you consult your physician and if he/she requests a neurologist, then you should see one, yes.
Their exercises are a waste of time and money and effort They are band aid exercises I wass like u Suffered 10 yrs U need to do weights at the gym for resistance and strength It took me two weeks to feel 90% better
@@BobandBradwhat a very poor reply U guys pretend to be experts Disgusting and disgraceful There are weights exercises that heal make u feel beter in 2 weeks
У меня по мрт спондилолистез и спондилоартроз 1 степени болит в копчике и с одной стороны попыЛ-4 Л-5 Подскажите пожалуйста что мне делать мне 62 Спасибо🙏
I just ordered the workout bands to do this treatment for my spondy. How do I know what strength band to use? I pulled the muscles on my right side using a red band I got from pt a few years ago, I sure dont want to do that again, that was so painful. The band tore as well so getting one with handles and the door anchor.
As an avid weightlifter with decent muscle. Can I get back to weightlifting and CrossFit after being diagnosed with spondylolisthesis grade 1? Can it be made worse with weightlifting?
AS really stinks. Diagnosed two years ago. For me an anti inflammatory diet has really helped. Getting rid of wheat/gluten has given the biggest benefit. Significantly less pain and stiffness now. Best of luck.
I have been diagnosed with the opposite, retrolisthesis, could you add that to the roster, please? (I also have L5-S1 arthritis, my left SI joint causes inflammation 100% of the time, my right knee is arthritic and the kneecap tracks outward...so maybe advice you would give like an 80 year old patient 😭)
Hello guys, I have a question regarding a strange pain I feel when I stretch my left leg...everytime I touch with my hand near the illiotibial band / hamstrings tendon more specifically biceps femoris tendon (just on the knee joint) while I'm stretching for instance “hamstring 90/90“ I feel like my tendon is BURNING, that doesn't happen on my right leg, and just happens when my hand is making contact. Could you guys please help up with some information? Thanks you in advance. :)
one of the big take-aways I get from Bob and Brad is their weight-Ive neen diagnosed with a variety of back issues AS and osteoarthritis disk issues stenosis tranverse myeltis(spelling?)-as Ive lost weight and eat less my pains have certainly decreased-the less I eat the better I feel-gotta "stay hungry" has new meaning for me-a person can use all of Bob and Brad's teachings but if they are too overweight the teachings wont matter much IMO
Bain aid exercises Waste of time and money Totall b s There weight resistance exercises that heal ur condition And these two selfish people know It would reck their business
I was diagnosed with spondy 5 years ago when I was 61. The Dr. recommended surgery. I said nope…found your channel several years ago and started these exercises plus walking every day. I’m now 66 and have taken up jogging and I have my first 5k coming up next Sunday. In my case these exercises have worked and I’m about 97% pain free. Added benefit of losing 16 pounds and my BP is back to normal with no medication.
Thank you Bob and Brad for your time and effort to put these videos out.
This is wonderful to hear, great job 👏🏼
too much talking; Get to the
oint!😊
What were your beginners exercises? Most of the exercises given seem to be advanced which would be harmful in the beginning?
May I ask how many mm of slippage you had?
@@jotanner-hopp4415Between L3and L4,and L4 and L5.
The disc are gone and they have fused.
I walk 4-5 miles every day . Also I’ve lost about 20 lbs.
I’m about 99% pain free.😎
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE! Could you make a “real time” video that we can workout along with you? I find it far to boring to just lay down and do repetitions, so I end up just not doing them at all. I find it much easier to follow along with someone for the entire workout. PLEASE think about it. I think it would help a lot of people. You have my (and many others) sincere gratitude for all that you do. I’m a nurse and I recommend your channel to all of my patients. Keep up the good work!
Another mattress that helps relieve the pain from spondi is the purple mattress. Your videos saved me from electing to get surgery. I know there are times when you must have surgery. Physical therapy took many months but it works. I thank God every day that I didn’t rush to make a decision and that I made the choice to do PT first.
Awesome to hear, great job
I’m 16. I was diagnosed with this issue a year ago between my L5 and S1.
I just wanted to take a moment and thank you guys for making these videos. They have really helped towards my goal of getting better! 😇
Same here in 15 and just got told I had the same as you have but apparently it’s a slight slide and not much to worry about but I get pain very often
@@bradzy5022 What grade slippage?
Hey there, could I have any of your social media so I can contact you? I’m curious to know how you’re doing a year after this comment
Always excited when you guys show up in my notifications!
That’s so nice to hear!!
I had surgery done to correct a 35degree Scolliosis. I was also diagnosed with Spondylolisthesis and had a dagnosis of Worn Disk Disease in my neck and low back. So with my Scollliosis surgery I also had a cage put into my neck and low back. I had been diagnosed with Bone Degenerative Disease from the Encephalitis I went through in 1988 (the doctors told my husband of 2 years to get ready for my death.) I'm still here and go to physical therapy from time to time when my body desides to lock up in my pelvis or my right short leg gets a mind of its own. The human body can really teach us a thing or two. Thank you for your videos.
Thanks for sharing your story ! We are so happy to hear you are going strong!
LOVE BOB AND BRAD THEY HAVE HELPED SO MANY PEOPLE ❤️
It is 1:39 am est. I'm awake watching this because the right side of my back, right 2 toes are in pain. What a relief just putting my foot on the ball......I enjoy the experience and the wisdom about something you can identify and experience...thank you Brad & Bob
Been living with this for 40 years. Enjoy your helpful videos !!
Happy to help 😊
Thank you so much for the video. I am 50 and recently diagnosed with l5 S1 Spondy with Periformus and saitica. I was so depressed the last 2 months, but ur videos gave me positive vibes. Thanks agains.
I was dx about 5 years ago and was really depressed for about a year due to my activities coming to almost a hault. I did a 3 month 3 days a week PT which helped a bit but what really helped was Naprosyn (anti- inflammatory) I took 2 a day for 3 months to get inflammation down . Which in turn allows me to walk & do exercises without pain. PT also gave me what I call Ninja Turtle brace (metal plate in back area) which has draw strings that cinch up like a corset which stabilizes if my back goes out. Another thing I discovered was laying on my back & lifting my small grandkids up on my feet over my mid body. It seems to put my back bones back in place (idk)
Don't lift weight while bending forward- it really messes me up. Good luck 😊
I’m 22 I just got diagnosed last month been trying to watch your videos to help with the lower back pain and they do help somewhat. Thank you guys. I will continue to do them. If there are anything else you guys recommend let me know as surgery isn’t a option for me.
Ty bob and brad. I too have spondy with stenosis and herniation. Unstable discs are preventing me from getting better and preventing me from sleeping. Got the leg pillow and the belt and the tens unit and chiro and pt and nothing is working. Have to get ball so as to tighten lower abs. Which I thought I can do with leg lifts. Ty much ! Lord help us all who are dealing with physical and mental problems.
Excellent exercises for me. I’m in the diagnosis stages, my problems stem from my back and neck. I’ve had PT, was great. I can see doing most of the exercises you shared, I can even feel it working while watching you both. Thanks for the energy and enthusiasm you’re sharing. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼💪🏼😊❤️
Happy to help!!
Please tell me the title of the book you are reading on spondylolisthesis.
A year ago I was talking with a surgeon about surgery for my spondylolisthesis. Then. I found you and I got hope.
I do the exercises you demonstrate and recommend and my pain level has decreased, I feel stronger and now I have hope that I can avoid surgery. Thank you.🙏🏼
Hi guys! Thanks for the all the info! Please make a video of how to run with spondy. I have noticed that if I change my walking and running posture the pain diminishes. Also variations of typical excersises like squats would be great.
amazing thanks i got in a car accident and needed this
Sorry to hear of your accident, hopefully this helps 😊
I have spondylolisthesis and the ball exercises are absolutely perfect! No more pain. However, I still am careful and do my exercises everyday. Thank you so much!!!!
Whci exercises did you do in the beginning?
I am 28 and I have spondylolisthesis at l5 both sides vertabre fractures, grade 1 slippage. Really want to invest in a matrass that could add to relieve and so happy for this videos
Happy to be able to have helped
@Larry how is you doing now
@@Jkssbexamguidehi, im doing ok for now
I really needed this video. Got my MRI back today. L4-S1 disk bulging with moderate & modest l& R foraminal stenosis. Moderate facet hypertrophy with facet effusions. Nothing has helped. Im considering Rhizotomy
Go to physical therapy
@@philchickenfingers1190 I have before, but I need to go back
Hopefully this helps you!
@@BobandBrad Thank you! ❤
I am 43 and got diagnosed with Spondylolisthesis grade 1 on December. Slipped disc L5 - S1.
I love doing kayaking and cycling, hiking and jogging. Being incapable to do any of them made me really depressed. Thanks so much for all your videos related with this condition.
I refused to get any surgery at this point however the pain going down to the legs sometimes is unbearable.
I have consider to get a cortisol Injections. Can anyone of you advise?
I am slowly doing the exercises for this.
Скажите пожалуйста ваша боль отдает в копчик и с одной стороны по попе🙏
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Love this explanation and exercise, now I have an idea of what may be going on in my back!
Happy to help! Brad
Thank you both for existing Bob and brad. I followed you for years. I appreciate your existences
Awe, thanks!!
@@BobandBrad you are welcome :) God bless you both
Really loving this content . So timely after 10 years of this and finally getting to the point of being able to really focus on where the pain is .
Thanks for watching!
My spondylolisthesis got so bad I had to have L4 pulled back into alignment with L5. I now have a plate with 4 screws in my back. The worse part was that my spinal cord was being pinched by the shift of these two vertebrae. I lost feeling from my waist down. I also have a severe S curve to my lower spine. The upper part is straight down to L4. My balance is affect by all this. Since the fusion I have not been able to get any of my back adjusted by a Chiropractor. Most of my life I have depended on adjustments to help me be able to walk. Now since the surgery I have had to use a walker to help me keep my balance and still be able to walk. The whole point of this post is to thank you and all of the Chiropractors over the years that had helped me to be relatively pain free and walk independently for most of my adult life. I wish there would have been a better solution to my situation but there was no choice at the time to keep me from being a paraplegic.
You are very welcome. We wish there would’ve been something else for you as well but sounds like you are keeping your spirits up and finding things that are working for you. That’s great
hi, Brad, thanks for the educational video on the subject. Please please let me know where to purchase the book on the subject you are referring and showing in one of your videos. Thank you.
It's very very useful for me . Thanks a lot.
Thank you guys
Just what I needed to learn!
Thank you!
You are very welcome 🤗
Very good information! Thank you!
Thanks for watching!
Thank you so much for the demonstrations, Brad and Bob. A big thing, I think, is getting over the fear of thinking you’re doing something wrong (in exercising) and scared you’re making your condition worse.
I have one question for you, Brad, re Spondylolisthesis. I find my legs occasionally feel like they are “vibrating” or ‘trembling’ deep inside. It isn’t painful but the legs feel sort of numb but definitely trembling internally. Is that due to nerve compression? I also find I’ve lost flexibility. I used to be able to stretch the hamstrings fairly well - considering my age - but since “Spondy” arrived, I no longer can stretch well.
you are so right about worrying whether you are making it worse.
I also get those vibratory sensations deep in my leg. I have grade 1 spondy, but i didnt know it until after I herniated a disk in T7 that caused horrible symptoms which led to an MRI. I'm not sure which one is causing those sensations down the leg now; I assumed it was the T7 herniation since I never had symptoms of spondy before, but now I dont know since youre having similar vibratory sensations :( So i'm also curious if thats indicative of spondy compressing the nerve
@@vanillaface9225 - Well, even though I’d never wish back troubles on anyone, I’m glad someone else knows of this weird “vibration” in the legs! Re your T7 problem, I wouldn’t think anything wrong in the Thoracic area would result in that sensation in the legs but then again, I’m not a physiotherapist or physician! Have you had a recent MRI of both the Thoracic and Lumbar areas? I truly wish you better years ahead!
Bob has a very nice personality
Hello famous physios in the net 🌹 🌹 I am a 53 yr old woman I have spondylesthisis grade 1 with scoliosis 14 degree and knee arthritis with pronation of right knee inward as well as right plantar feet tear issues...i feel so unsteady while walking..i exercise every day and i feel i should really focus on strengthening my legs too..are there exercises for such issues..no one has real answers for such complicated issues..the exercises the physios show me like cat and dog stretches might help my spine but my knee hurts while doing it...pls make videos for ppl like me
hi. first off, thank you very much for all your videos. it really helps! question: is toes to bar or leg raises from a pull up bar good for spondy as well?
Oh my...is this exercise ok for lumbar spondylosis with scoliosis?....that's my recent x ray...I have c curve scoliosis at the same time...thank you so much for this video.Godbless
We would have you consult your physician first since they know your specific situation
Great video! I am only 21 but my iiliopsoas is quite tense. I was told it’s the muscle that makes elderly people hunch forward... maybe you could consider a video on hip stretches? And alternatives to illiopsoas:)
We do have a few videos on hip stretches. Here is one: ua-cam.com/video/4xR1d2sw2Tk/v-deo.html
Hopefully this can help
Can you do a video about cervical spondylolisthesis c2-c3 and C3-C4?
Thanks you.
I have Spondylolithesis a d a bulging disc at L4-5 and stenosis. Are these exercises OK for what I have?
These exercises are advanced.
When you say that your L4 and L5 are "fused" are you implying that you got a spinal fusion surgery?? Because I thought you DID NOT get surgery? Please clarify, thank you!!
P.S. I love you guys!! You are amazing. Thank you. 🙏🏽
I've had L5-S1 discectomy for a herniated disc and now also have slight spondylosisthesis. I'm really confused about what exercises I can safely do because there seem to be opposing forces involved (spondy pushing vertebrae forwards, weakness in L5-S1 disc makes me want to keep my back flexed)
I’m going through this exact thing!! Surgery for herniated disc at age 21 now at 35 diagnosed with mild spondylo something or another but the pain is very irritating and nobody can give me a straight answer of what I can do
@@dixie_3387 I'm sorry to hear this. I've decided to keep up with good spine hygiene as well as working on strengthening my lower abs, back and just trying to keep my weight in check, eat well and keep walking. I have accepted my chronic back pain, which varies in intensity from day to day, take the good with the bad. I hope you are not in too much pain and can find some help.
Also referred to as lumbar anterolisthesis...
Big question. Softball pitcher should they not play or pitch with spondy? Daughter is 11 years old grade 1 stable. She enjoys your exercises.
Thank you !
You’re welcome 😉
Ohhhh thank you!
I was diagnosed with spondylolysthesis grade l.. will i ever b able to get bk to my dance classes n weight training?
I gotta get that ball!
I wish you had mentioned how many times you didi exercises right in the beginning? Everyday how many times? For beginners? Please share knowledge. Thank you. The ball is for beginners or not? Does not seem to me to be so?
I started at 10 to 15 reps and did them Monday, Wednsday, Fraday. I did other exercise other days that did not irritate my back , for instance I am an advid swimmer and biking is good for less than 45 minutes. Only once per day. The ball is for begginners but some people are intemidated by it for good reason. But if you take your time with it, after a few weeks it will become comfortable. Everyone is a little different on exercise details. Because the ball is wabbley it forces your back and core muscles to work without thinking about it. It is my primary core exercise tool. Great for balance as well. I wish you well. Brad
Hi, is it normal for L3+L5 Spondylolisthesis with pinched nerves to radiate towards arms instead of legs? thnx
I do enjoy your videos, but you lost me very quickly because I have a completely torn ACL and have been rehabbing without surgery for 15 weeks and sooo no on the floor or the knees, and I have an impingement in the left shoulder with bicep inflammation and so no leaning on hands or shoulders.- a bit of a mess, have led a very active, but unhealthy lifestyle for decades. 60++ years. I will probably try the most conservative exercises you shared-thanks.
How do you feel about deadlifts and squats for spondy?
Hlo sir Jasmeen here I m also diagnosed with spondylolisthesis l5 and s1 January 2023 I do these exercises which reduce my pain
Are any of these exercises for a person that has the most trouble sitting instead of standing, with numbness under right glute into the back of the thigh as well as numbness mostly in right leg under foot, sometimes left foot numbness?
I have the ddd or spondelothesus on the form of stenosis
Sorry to hear that, hopefully this helped
@@BobandBrad your videos is what lead me to pt since Dec 30. I'm a little improved. I could hardly walk. I'd love be to win a new bed haha
I noticed your heads were both up on the first 2 exercises with the ball ... does the head need to be up or down on the ground?
Have y’all addressed slipping rib syndrome where the costal cartilage in ribs 9, 10, 11 have fractured? I was told for years my pain was radiating from the spine. Turns out I have 3 ribs actually broken away from the upper ribs.
We don’t have a video on this but I will add it to our to do list !
@@BobandBrad thanks! I’m having surgery in a few months with the Hansen procedure. It’s been 15 years! It would be good to know beneficial and safe exercises.
hi you two, I am sitting here in absolute agony, once again been up most of the night. could you please tell me something.
I was getting out of a 4x4 when my legs gave way ,and I landed on both knees.
Since then have had the most excrutiating pain, starting with the worst form of sciatica , which I was told was Piriformis, Doc finally agreed to do a Pelvis X-Ray, of which I am waiting for results.
But this pain gets worse and worse, and I have noticed my whole spine hurts, do you think its worth me going to a Neurologist.
Be very very grateful if you could advise me, as it would mean going private and we aint rich.
I have been doing your exercises, for lower back pain and sciatica, bu nothings working.
We are very sorry to hear this. We would have to suggest you consult your physician and if he/she requests a neurologist, then you should see one, yes.
Their exercises are a waste of time and money and effort
They are band aid exercises
I wass like u
Suffered 10 yrs
U need to do weights at the gym for resistance and strength
It took me two weeks to feel 90% better
@@BobandBradwhat a very poor reply
U guys pretend to be experts
Disgusting and disgraceful
There are weights exercises that heal make u feel beter in 2 weeks
I started their exercises after the physio man was useless, and thank goodness I did am so much better@@nagibkanaan2464
What is the brand/name of the mattress?
Disc at L4/L5 is nearly gone... do these exercises good for this condition? Thanks
Is riding a stationary bike beneficial or no?
У меня по мрт спондилолистез и спондилоартроз 1 степени болит в копчике и с одной стороны попыЛ-4 Л-5 Подскажите пожалуйста что мне делать мне 62 Спасибо🙏
I just ordered the workout bands to do this treatment for my spondy. How do I know what strength band to use? I pulled the muscles on my right side using a red band I got from pt a few years ago, I sure dont want to do that again, that was so painful. The band tore as well so getting one with handles and the door anchor.
As an avid weightlifter with decent muscle. Can I get back to weightlifting and CrossFit after being diagnosed with spondylolisthesis grade 1? Can it be made worse with weightlifting?
I have Ankylosing Spondylitis
AS really stinks. Diagnosed two years ago. For me an anti inflammatory diet has really helped. Getting rid of wheat/gluten has given the biggest benefit. Significantly less pain and stiffness now. Best of luck.
We do have a video on that as well if you search for it on our channel
Does being overweight help cause it?
I have been diagnosed with the opposite, retrolisthesis, could you add that to the roster, please? (I also have L5-S1 arthritis, my left SI joint causes inflammation 100% of the time, my right knee is arthritic and the kneecap tracks outward...so maybe advice you would give like an 80 year old patient 😭)
We do have a video for Retro. Search on Google Bob and Brad Retrolisthesis and it should come up. Best wishes. Brad
Oh rad! Pardon my laziness of not searching before 😬
Hello guys, I have a question regarding a strange pain I feel when I stretch my left leg...everytime I touch with my hand near the illiotibial band / hamstrings tendon more specifically biceps femoris tendon (just on the knee joint) while I'm stretching for instance “hamstring 90/90“ I feel like my tendon is BURNING, that doesn't happen on my right leg, and just happens when my hand is making contact. Could you guys please help up with some information? Thanks you in advance. :)
one of the big take-aways I get from Bob and Brad is their weight-Ive neen diagnosed with a variety of back issues AS and osteoarthritis disk issues stenosis tranverse myeltis(spelling?)-as Ive lost weight and eat less my pains have certainly decreased-the less I eat the better I feel-gotta "stay hungry" has new meaning for me-a person can use all of Bob and Brad's teachings but if they are too overweight the teachings wont matter much IMO
Exactly I'm over weight by alot for my height.
Talk to me more about that mattress
Here’s a link to it for more information : shrsl.com/1n2e2
"He who walks down his own street is the bravest person in their neighbourhood!", what?
😃👍
Sciatica is awful!
its the worst pain I thought, till I got Piriformis, have even contemplated suicide and thats so not me.
@@vallee3140 I understand! Hang in there honey 🙏
True!
@@vallee3140 Have you gotten better by now?
Bain aid exercises
Waste of time and money
Totall b s
There weight resistance exercises that heal ur condition
And these two selfish people know
It would reck their business
Why does Bob sound like a slurred drunk?
I do like these guys, though.
A condition with his cerebellum.
Really? I was unaware. Interesting.