This is my exact problem right now.. the pinched nerve in neck. On and off for 6 months or so. Was doing some of these wrong things Doc here mentioned. Did HIS correct things and definitely much better. I believe many of these other channels have so so advice. Example: every one which recommended the chin tuck didn’t include the roll down. THATS the part that works. Also, some recommended the forced chin tuck, forced head tilts, severe arm stretching / head tilt and the severe traction techniques etc. I believe this crap prolonged my progress. THIS guy here makes SO MUCH SENSE ! Mechanically the way everything works and the appropriate application of movement and pressure/ stress . I could go on. Just started these correct exercises today. Best day in three weeks. Not a perfect day BUT WTF! I’m gonna JOIN this channel. I have a bucket list in my retirement here and nothing is gonna stop me👍🏻
Wow everything you showed to avoid is what they do at my physical therapy. I have neck herniation on the left side. Every morning I wake up with stiffness in shoulders and rhomboid pain. Can you please do a video on how to sleep properly with neck herniation so you don’t have stiffness. Sleeping on back with thin pillow still didn’t help.
Hi Sir. Im confused,in your 5 best herniated disk exercise video you say chin tucks and stretching the neck with a towel are good for a herniated disk but in this video you say they are bad for this condition. Im a little confused.
I think he is trying to say that repeated wrong aggressive painful repetions are what makes an exercise contraindicated. So do these 5 exercises and while you do it, stop on the range of motion you start feel pain. If you watch the video he says not to push it forcefully.
I admire your humility. Really. So rare to actually admit, by acknowledging you learned from this guy, that you don’t know everything. Wow. Good show👍🏻
I had bulged disk on my neck since 2019 after a car accident. The first two years i was in physical therapy after i tried chiropractor I did all those exercises. I got better but not better enough to go back to work because it became problems with my shoulders and arms. They never told me the shoulders shrug and and double chin exercise together with a little weight, until I whatch one of yours videos that I got some relief. I'm continuing with the exercise and add more weight whenever I feel I'm read for it. Thank you so much ❤ for your videos they are so much help.
I had two discs in my neck fused ten years ago. This year it's gotten bad. It started with tingling in my arm, then got bad as it worked its way down my back behind my shoulder. I got an epidural in my neck which worked like magic, the second worked but the last two did not. I got an MRI with some bulging and some arthritis (I am 74). I had a nerve test but it didn't show any weakness. Now after PT (no help), and acupunture (no help), the doc suggested two disks to be fused. I just came upon your video and have started your exercises which are different than what was shown to me. I am scheduled to get it done Dec 5th. I am going to do these exercises like a madman so perhaps if it works every time I get numb and in pain, I will call off the operation. I haven't been able to golf for a month because my left arm hurt. Your thoughts?
What can I do if all the shoulder exercises (and generally all the pushing exercises) aggravate the neck pain? Plus my traps are very developed due to working out
Too funny..everything he says NOT to do was what PT told me to do..No lie,every one of those except he didn't adjust me..Just gave me the exercises.And I have a plate at C5 already.
Quite right. Wonderful video. The problem with all the other PT videos about trapped nerves and cervical radiculopathy etc is that there's no specific diagnosis. They all recommend chin tucks, but they make (made) my pains down the arms much worse. Gentle, very gentle movements are the way forwards. For me at least. Since I stopped doing all the recommendations from other channels, my pain has *improved*. Get that. I just do simple hand traction for about 2 seconds. And only do it about 3 times. And simple shoulder shrugs. Thanks for the video. I hope as many people watch it as possible.
Haii sir i have cervical Disc Bulges. Problem 4 yearsly i face it.i try all chiropractic treatment But no use but have dizziness problem my walk in balence please tell me what can i do sir please
Hello sir, thank you so much for the video. It’s hard to make decisions for second surgery and not sure should i have therapy or surgery . I got cervical discectomy disc replacement 7 years ago now i have c3 pinched my spinal cord.
They said mine is c7-7 can this cause burning all threw the body chest pains trouble breathing like it hurts to breathe it a sharp burning sensation I fell constantly sick to my stomach I fell like I’m dying I got cold chills I been to the hospital a lot but where I been throwing up they belive that I have esougites
I know this is for disc problems. I had therapy that used most of these exercises you referenced. I got worse developing numbness and tingling in my left hand. After therapy I had an MRI that showed a benign cyst between C5 and C7. Are there exercises that are safe for me? Surgery was not recommended.
Another awesome video! You have helped me so much. So many docs don’t go into the depth you do. I have ADD and it’s really tough for me to watch/listen for more than a few minutes. So I get up, do stuff, come back, watch some more and repeat. Thanks again!
Hi Straight Back Talk, It's our pleasure!🧡 We are so happy to hear this information was helpful. In case you are interested we do have additional information and exercises in a playlist we have compiled for neck and shoulder pain. You can check it out here: "Neck & Shoulder Pain Help" ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1mbR1jLbsUrgCzvlaLTxGnJ0 We hope you that can feel some relief soon! We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!
Hi Karoline, you're welcome! Thank you so much for the kind words. We're sorry to see that your friend is suffering from cervical disc herniation. We appreciate you sharing our information with them. We have a cervical disc herniation help playlist that they might also find helpful. You can access it here: “Cervical (Neck) Disc Herniation Help” ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1mbqKvMOYeNyP0sqAZr9XocN We appreciate you being part of our community! Please take care.
Hi Edufella, We actually have a playlist on RUclips that is dedicated to cervical spinal stenosis. You can access it here: “Cervical (Neck) Stenosis Help” ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1mbB6MFKdws1vpjbW_jyXB5y We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!
Hey VVN! We are glad to hear that the information in this video made sense. Here is the rest of our playlist regarding disc herniations: “Cervical (Neck) Disc Herniation Help” ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1mbqKvMOYeNyP0sqAZr9XocN We wish you the best! 🙌
Thank you so much, I appreciate it. I was told that I have degeneration in my discs not sure if the discs are herniated but the pain is terrible and I find these exercises are helping. @@epmanualphysicaltherapy
Hi Sir I hope all is well at your end. Can I consult you online. I am in Pakistan. My physio is doing all what you ask us not to do. If possible, we start with one hour consultation and then after that as per your advice. Please let me know. I will be highly obliged. If you can tell me your email or office number. I will contact. Thanking you in anticipation. Kind Regards, Irfan Mirza
Hey Irfan! Yes, you can absolutely consult with us online. You can learn more about doing so here: www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/virtual-visit/ By opting for a Virtual Consultation, you'll have the opportunity to have a one-on-one conversation with our doctors, where they can delve into the details of your condition and provide you with tailored guidance and coaching. This personalized approach ensures that you receive the individualized support and direction you need to make informed decisions about your health. We hope all is well with you too, we look forward to speaking with you soon! 🙌
This is my exact problem right now.. the pinched nerve in neck. On and off for 6 months or so. Was doing some of these wrong things Doc here mentioned. Did HIS correct things and definitely much better. I believe many of these other channels have so so advice. Example: every one which recommended the chin tuck didn’t include the roll down. THATS the part that works. Also, some recommended the forced chin tuck, forced head tilts, severe arm stretching / head tilt and the severe traction techniques etc. I believe this crap prolonged my progress. THIS guy here makes SO MUCH SENSE ! Mechanically the way everything works and the appropriate application of movement and pressure/ stress . I could go on. Just started these correct exercises today. Best day in three weeks. Not a perfect day BUT WTF! I’m gonna JOIN this channel. I have a bucket list in my retirement here and nothing is gonna stop me👍🏻
We are so happy our recommendations have worked so well for you Douglas! We really appreciate your kind words and support!
Wow everything you showed to avoid is what they do at my physical therapy. I have neck herniation on the left side. Every morning I wake up with stiffness in shoulders and rhomboid pain. Can you please do a video on how to sleep properly with neck herniation so you don’t have stiffness. Sleeping on back with thin pillow still didn’t help.
Looking for a bone spur neck video….. 😉
Hi Sir. Im confused,in your 5 best herniated disk exercise video you say chin tucks and stretching the neck with a towel are good for a herniated disk but in this video you say they are bad for this condition. Im a little confused.
I think he is trying to say that repeated wrong aggressive painful repetions are what makes an exercise contraindicated. So do these 5 exercises and while you do it, stop on the range of motion you start feel pain. If you watch the video he says not to push it forcefully.
This doctor said that double chin is a good exersice and now he refused that, whats his deal?
I'm a physiotherapist and I learn a lot from you. Thank you for the quality content!💙
I admire your humility. Really. So rare to actually admit, by acknowledging you learned from this guy, that you don’t know everything. Wow. Good show👍🏻
I had bulged disk on my neck since 2019 after a car accident. The first two years i was in physical therapy after i tried chiropractor I did all those exercises. I got better but not better enough to go back to work because it became problems with my shoulders and arms. They never told me the shoulders shrug and and double chin exercise together with a little weight, until I whatch one of yours videos that I got some relief. I'm continuing with the exercise and add more weight whenever I feel I'm read for it. Thank you so much ❤ for your videos they are so much help.
Could you tell me which exercise you did
A gram of prevention is worth a ton of cure.
Hey Richard, Absolutely!
It’s been such a painful journey and I’m feeling hopeless because I’ve seen 4 chiropractors but still not results. Just more pain
I had two discs in my neck fused ten years ago. This year it's gotten bad. It started with tingling in my arm, then got bad as it worked its way down my back behind my shoulder. I got an epidural in my neck which worked like magic, the second worked but the last two did not. I got an MRI with some bulging and some arthritis (I am 74). I had a nerve test but it didn't show any weakness. Now after PT (no help), and acupunture (no help), the doc suggested two disks to be fused. I just came upon your video and have started your exercises which are different than what was shown to me. I am scheduled to get it done Dec 5th. I am going to do these exercises like a madman so perhaps if it works every time I get numb and in pain, I will call off the operation. I haven't been able to golf for a month because my left arm hurt. Your thoughts?
Did it work?
Another great video. This one kinda blew my mind actually.
i wish he was my therapist
Strange! Frankly sofar,why 70% of docs I ve seen/heard say/do just the Opp of what yu Utter!!!
What can I do if all the shoulder exercises (and generally all the pushing exercises) aggravate the neck pain? Plus my traps are very developed due to working out
Oh my goodness, I’ve had all these done, what the heck do you do? I’ve had 2 cervical surgeries
you the best Dr thank you . seei again
Hi Zubair, Thank you so much for the kind words. We hope you feel relief soon!
Too funny..everything he says NOT to do was what PT told me to do..No lie,every one of those except he didn't adjust me..Just gave me the exercises.And I have a plate at C5 already.
Could u tell me what to do . Do I trust he or pt?
Me too!!!!
Thanks bro living in pain is the worst.
Best of Dr D UTube
Quite right. Wonderful video.
The problem with all the other PT videos about trapped nerves and cervical radiculopathy etc is that there's no specific diagnosis.
They all recommend chin tucks, but they make (made) my pains down the arms much worse.
Gentle, very gentle movements are the way forwards. For me at least. Since I stopped doing all the recommendations from other channels, my pain has *improved*. Get that.
I just do simple hand traction for about 2 seconds. And only do it about 3 times.
And simple shoulder shrugs.
Thanks for the video. I hope as many people watch it as possible.
Haii sir i have cervical Disc Bulges. Problem 4 yearsly i face it.i try all chiropractic treatment
But no use but have dizziness problem my walk in balence please tell me what can i do sir please
Awesome Doctor!!!!
Hello sir, thank you so much for the video. It’s hard to make decisions for second surgery and not sure should i have therapy or surgery . I got cervical discectomy disc
replacement 7 years ago now i have c3 pinched my spinal cord.
My PT told me to do the repeated forced chin retraction. . That’s what caused my bulge!
They said mine is c7-7 can this cause burning all threw the body chest pains trouble breathing like it hurts to breathe it a sharp burning sensation I fell constantly sick to my stomach I fell like I’m dying I got cold chills I been to the hospital a lot but where I been throwing up they belive that I have esougites
I know this is for disc problems. I had therapy that used most of these exercises you referenced. I got worse developing numbness and tingling in my left hand. After therapy I had an MRI that showed a benign cyst between C5 and C7. Are there exercises that are safe for me? Surgery was not recommended.
You are a BLESSING!! I had PT telling me to do the wrong exercises and it did make it worse!!!
The doctor's advice is amazing. He guides me a lot! Thank you, you are a consummate professional.The best doctor!❤
Thank you so much for your video! This happened to me, I did what my chiropractor said and stretched out my muscles and couldn’t move for 2 weeks
Another awesome video! You have helped me so much. So many docs don’t go into the depth you do. I have ADD and it’s really tough for me to watch/listen for more than a few minutes. So I get up, do stuff, come back, watch some more and repeat. Thanks again!
awesome video Dr David. I needed this info. Thank you!
Hi Straight Back Talk, It's our pleasure!🧡 We are so happy to hear this information was helpful. In case you are interested we do have additional information and exercises in a playlist we have compiled for neck and shoulder pain. You can check it out here:
"Neck & Shoulder Pain Help"
ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1mbR1jLbsUrgCzvlaLTxGnJ0
We hope you that can feel some relief soon! We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!
Please I have neck pain give me some excercise Sorry my English 😆
great video - where can I find your video on how to do the correct exercises?
I have disc herniation and stinosis
You are awesome.. someone I know has been in therapy for a year and this is a no no for them. Thank you so much. I will forward this.
Hi Karoline, you're welcome! Thank you so much for the kind words. We're sorry to see that your friend is suffering from cervical disc herniation. We appreciate you sharing our information with them. We have a cervical disc herniation help playlist that they might also find helpful. You can access it here:
“Cervical (Neck) Disc Herniation Help”
ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1mbqKvMOYeNyP0sqAZr9XocN
We appreciate you being part of our community! Please take care.
Please, please can you do a video on the best exercises to do (and not do) for cervical spinal stenosis (C6/7 level) 🙏🏻
Hi Edufella, We actually have a playlist on RUclips that is dedicated to cervical spinal stenosis. You can access it here: “Cervical (Neck) Stenosis Help”
ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1mbB6MFKdws1vpjbW_jyXB5y
We'd love to hear how you are doing as you progress.🙌 Please take care!
Theank you!!
Finally! Thank you, this makes sense!
Hey VVN! We are glad to hear that the information in this video made sense. Here is the rest of our playlist regarding disc herniations:
“Cervical (Neck) Disc Herniation Help”
ruclips.net/p/PLJVIPiFvv1mbqKvMOYeNyP0sqAZr9XocN
We wish you the best! 🙌
Thank you so much, I appreciate it. I was told that I have degeneration in my discs not sure if the discs are herniated but the pain is terrible and I find these exercises are helping. @@epmanualphysicaltherapy
Then what are the right exercises??
Hi Sir
I hope all is well at your end. Can I consult you online. I am in Pakistan.
My physio is doing all what you ask us not to do. If possible, we start with one hour consultation and then after that as per your advice.
Please let me know.
I will be highly obliged. If you can tell me your email or office number. I will contact.
Thanking you in anticipation.
Kind Regards,
Irfan Mirza
Hey Irfan! Yes, you can absolutely consult with us online. You can learn more about doing so here: www.epmanualphysicaltherapy.com/virtual-visit/
By opting for a Virtual Consultation, you'll have the opportunity to have a one-on-one conversation with our doctors, where they can delve into the details of your condition and provide you with tailored guidance and coaching. This personalized approach ensures that you receive the individualized support and direction you need to make informed decisions about your health.
We hope all is well with you too, we look forward to speaking with you soon! 🙌