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Lower back pain doesn't have to be permanent. Whether you're experiencing severe lower back pain, intense lower back pain, or sharp sciatic nerve pain, the strategies in this video address the root cause of deadlift-related injuries—not just the symptoms.
Doc Jen breaks down how improper deadlifting form, inadequate core stability, and poor movement patterns lead to disc herniation and chronic back injury. You'll learn why traditional back pain treatments miss the mark and what actually works for deadlifting athletes.
This isn't about resting forever. It's about intelligent rehab, progressive loading, and returning to the lifts you love with confidence.
In this video:
• What caused Doc Jen's back injury during deadlifts
• Debunk the myth that deadlifts are inherently dangerous
• How to identify disc herniation vs. simple muscle strain
• The exact rehab sequence she followed for recovery
• How to modify deadlifting form to prevent future injury
• When to seek professional help for severe lower back pain
If you struggle with lower back pain, deadlifting injuries, or sciatic nerve pain, this video gives you the roadmap to fix it.
For full show notes and discounts to our favorite products, go here: https://jen.health/podcast/464
TIMESTAMPS ⏰
01:34 - Doctor Jen's Deadlift Injury
05:16 - The Importance of Mindset After Injury
06:22 - Catastrophizing Our Pain Experience
07:11 - Deadlifts Aren't Inherently Dangerous
09:45 - Pain vs. Actual Tissue Damage
10:26 - Disc Bulges Are A Normal Part of Aging
12:41 - The Benefits of Deadlifting
15:31 - Immediate Steps for Acute Back Pain
17:23 - Reintroducing Safe Movement Patterns
21:42 - The Reality of Long-Term Maintenance
23:45 - Common Mistakes After an Injury
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