Episode 65 - Treating Lumbar Stenosis without Surgery
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Release Date: 01/18/2025
Episode 103 - Foot Drop to Full Recovery in 7 Weeks
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In this powerful case-study episode, Dr. JD Dudum breaks down how a patient with foot drop—a serious neurological red flag—was able to avoid spinal surgery in just seven weeks. The patient, Cheryl, arrived on a surgical wait list after exhausting other options, including chiropractic care, physical therapy exercises, and injections. Her symptoms were severe: leg numbness, loss of foot function, difficulty walking, fear of falling, and the emotional toll of not being able to pick up or play with her young child. Dr. Dudum explains why foot drop is typically considered a surgical condition...
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Episode 102 - Young Mom Avoids Surgery - 10mm Herniation Reduced 50%
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Ashley’s recovery is one of the most powerful stories we’ve shared on the show. Five months ago, she couldn’t walk, work, or pick up her daughter. She had a 10mm L5-S1 disc herniation, 9/10 pain, numbness down her leg, and had already failed decompression elsewhere. After starting Dr. JD Dudum’s Disc Renewal Strategy, her disc reduced by 50%, she became 95% pain-free, and she regained full function. In this episode, Dr. JD explains exactly what created measurable change on MRI, including customized decompression angles, precise dosage and oscillation, cold laser therapy, and Power...
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Episode 101 - The Secret Angle That Shrinks a Herniated Disc
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Is there really a secret angle that can shrink a herniated or extruded disc—without surgery? In this episode, Dr. JD Dudum reveals the proven decompression protocols that have helped his patients reduce disc extrusions by 28% and 36% in just eight weeks, confirmed by pre- and post-MRI scans. Dr. Dudum breaks down the difference between disc bulges, herniations, and extrusions, and explains why the direction of migration—cranial or caudal—determines everything about your treatment success. You’ll meet two real patients, Ann and Jason, who both avoided surgery and reclaimed their lives...
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Episode 100 - The 5 biggest takeaways from the first 100 episodes
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In this milestone 100th episode of Back At It with Dr. Decompression, Dr. JD Dudum reflects on the journey from three decompression tables to a 7,000 sq. ft. center treating thousands of patients worldwide. Despite facing skepticism and online hate when sharing proof of pre- and post-MRIs, Dr. Dudum reveals how those challenges confirmed he’s breaking the mold—and saving countless patients from unnecessary spinal surgery. He shares the five biggest lessons learned after 41,000+ treatments, from real case studies like Catherine’s 90% disc reduction and Belinda’s 33% reduction in just 18...
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Episode 99 - Why your MRI might be lying to you about your back pain
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MRIs can reveal disc herniations and spinal issues—but they don’t tell the whole story. In this episode, Dr. JD Dudum shares powerful patient success stories where MRIs showed major problems, but the real breakthrough came from looking beyond the static images. From golfers getting back on the course to moms finally walking pain-free at Disneyland, you’ll discover why movement analysis, flexion-extension X-rays, and correlating symptoms are essential for accurate diagnosis and lasting relief. Learn the three big lessons about MRIs—why they don’t always equal pain, why motion matters,...
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Episode 98 - Cervical Stenosis Recovery: 100% Pain free in 8 weeks
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In this episode of Back At It with Dr. Decompression, Dr. JD Dudum shares Erick’s inspiring recovery from severe cervical stenosis and neck instability. After years of neck pain, arm numbness, and sleepless nights, Eric was told spinal fusion was his only option. He had tried everything—chiropractic, PT, injections, even acupuncture—but nothing worked. Through advanced imaging, flexion-extension films, and a customized spinal decompression program with Disc Renewal Therapy, Eric experienced a complete transformation. In just eight weeks, he went from chronic pain and weakness to 100%...
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Episode 97 - 18mm Disc Herniation Shrinks 78 percent in 12 weeks
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Dan couldn’t walk. His thigh was numb, and an MRI revealed one of the largest disc extrusions Dr. JD Dudum had ever seen—18 millimeters, pressing hard against his nerve. Surgery was already scheduled, and with each flare-up he grew more desperate. But within just 12 weeks of Dr. Dudum’s specialized Disc Renewal Therapy, everything changed. Dan went from being unable to stand, sleep, or work to walking pain-free, returning to his job, and even canceling his spinal surgery. A follow-up MRI confirmed the transformation: his disc extrusion had reduced by 78%. In this episode of Back At It...
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Episode 96 - Spinal Fusion Avoided - 52% reduction in Disc Herniation
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Robert was told spinal fusion surgery was his only option for a massive C5-C6 disc extrusion pressing on his spinal cord. Doctors warned him that decompression was “too risky” and wouldn’t work. He couldn’t hold a coffee cup, suffered from tremors, numbness, and weakness—his life was unraveling. But after starting Dr. JD Dudum’s Disc Renewal Therapy, everything changed. Within 12 weeks, Robert was 80% better with a 29% reduction in the extrusion. By nine months, MRIs showed a 52% disc reduction—completely off the spinal cord. Today, he’s 90% pain free, exercising again, and...
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Episode 95 - Disc Herniation Fixed Without Surgery
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In this episode of Back At It with Dr. Decompression, Dr. JD Dudum shares the story of a woman told spinal surgery was her only option after years of pain from an L4-L5 disc herniation. Epidurals, PT, and cortisone shots brought no relief—her calf cramped daily, and she couldn’t pick up her kids. Through spinal decompression, advanced imaging, cold laser therapy, and 3D vibration retraining, she went from chronic pain to 100% relief in just eight weeks. A follow-up MRI showed a 44% disc reduction in four months. This story offers hope for anyone searching for a non-surgical solution. ...
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Episode 94 - Golfing Again Pain-Free - MRI Proves a 29% Reduction in her Disc Herniation
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Judy’s life had come to a standstill. She couldn’t sit for more than ten minutes without searing pain down her leg. Golf, walks, even dinner with friends—all gone. After weeks of agony and failed chiropractic visits, she came to Dr. JD Dudum desperate for answers. An MRI revealed the truth: a large disc herniation at L4-L5, crushing her nerve. In this episode of Back At It with Dr. Decompression, Dr. Dudum reveals how his Disc Renewal Therapy Program—combining targeted spinal decompression, cold laser therapy, and power plate rehab—not only relieved Judy’s pain but also began to...
info_outlineIn this episode, Dr. J.D. Dudum discusses lumbar spinal stenosis, a condition causing back and nerve pain, and provides hope for those seeking non-surgical treatment. Spinal stenosis is often characterized by a narrowing of the spinal canal or nerve passageways, leading to symptoms like leg pain, numbness, and difficulty standing.
Dr. Dudum explains how spinal decompression therapy can naturally reduce inflammation and nerve pressure, mimicking the relief of leaning forward (like using a shopping cart). He emphasizes the importance of testing to customize decompression angles for each patient, sharing inspiring success stories of patients who avoided spinal surgery and regained mobility and function. He concludes by offering actionable advice for those diagnosed with stenosis and guidance on finding experienced practitioners.
Key Takeaways:
- Symptoms of Spinal Stenosis: Includes leg pain, numbness, and the need to lean forward for relief (e.g., "shopping cart syndrome").
- Treatment Option: Spinal decompression can alleviate symptoms by creating space in the spinal canal or nerve passageways.
- Individualized Approach: Proper testing determines the right decompression angle and ensures the best outcomes.
- Real Results: Case studies show that patients have avoided surgery and achieved significant improvements through decompression therapy.
Timestamps:
- 0:45 - Explanation of lumbar spinal stenosis and its symptoms.
- 2:30 - Discussion of "shopping cart syndrome" and why leaning forward helps.
- 4:15 - Types of spinal stenosis: central canal, foraminal, and disc-related stenosis.
- 6:00 - How spinal decompression therapy works to alleviate symptoms.
- 9:20 - Success story: Tom’s journey from severe leg pain to hiking in Canada.
- 14:45 - Addressing disc-related stenosis and additional treatment considerations.
For more information go to: www.drjddudum.com