13 - The Low Back, Disc Herniations, Jefferson Curls; with Dr. Stuart McGill

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On episode 13 of The Movement Fix Podcast, I am joined by Dr. Stuart McGill. Dr. McGill is a professor of spine biomechanics at the University of Waterloo, he's written several great books including his latest, Back Mechanic, and he travels all over the world to spread his knowledge.

I was fortunate enough to take a course of his a few months ago and found it very valuable. It's a great pleasure to have him on the Podcast. Here are some of the topics we discuss:

• The Jefferson Curl: Can you progressively expose a lumbar spine to loaded or repetitive flexion to improve its resiliency?
• Is lifting atlas stones safe? What are the considerations one must make when doing that lift?
• What are Dr. McGill's thoughts on MRIs and other imaging techniques that show damage but the person may not have pain?
• Gymnasts typically go into repetitive low back extension. How can we manage those athletes and why is a spondylolisthesis sometimes painful and other times not?
• What unanswered questions does Dr. McGill have about the low back and what is he currently researching?
• and MUCH more

Dr. McGill in the podcast mentioned a study on coal miners and their discs. That study is here.

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Dr. McGill just recently released his latest book, Back Mechanic. Click HERE or on the picture to get a copy! This book is designed to help you with your back pain. Clinicians have also found this book very useful

 

 

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If you'd like to learn more about Dr. McGill and his work, check out the following links:

• His website: Backfitpro.com
• His books:
  • Back Mechanic
  • Low Back Disorders
  • Ultimate Back Fitness and Performance
• His course schedule: http://www.backfitpro.com/courses.php
• His DVDs: HERE

Thanks again Dr. McGill for your time and sharing your knowledge with us.

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