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EPISODE · Dec 23, 2025 · 23 MIN

11mm Herniated Disc to Pain-Free Life (Without Another Surgery) w/ Dr. Clint Dickason

from Everything Disc (From Pain To Play) W/ Dr. Troy Dreiling · host Dr. Troy M. Dreiling

Got back pain? Come in for a FREE Spine Consultation: https://vancouverdisccenter.com/Mention "Spotify" and get a special gift.He Couldn’t Sleep From 10/10 Back Pain… Until This Disc Treatment (w/ Dr. Clint Dickason)What do you do when you’re in your late 30s, you’ve got an 11mm herniated disc, pain at a 10/10, you’re sleeping 20–30 minutes at a time, and you’re being pushed toward surgery?In this episode of From Pain to Play, Dr. Troy Dreiling talks with Dr. Clint Dickason (Castle Rock, CO) about real disc cases, failed surgeries, and how non-surgical spinal decompression + smart rehab can get people out of pain and back to life.You’ll hear:The story of a patient who could barely sit, couldn’t sleep, and ended his program pain-free and in tearsHow a 12-year-old football player with a disc herniation went from recurring pain to playing a full season and winning his age-group Super BowlHow Dr. Clint herniated all five lumbar discs in his 20s, what finally worked, and how it changed the way he treats patientsWhy so many people are pushed into discectomies, injections, and even artificial discs… and still don’t feel betterWhy disc problems are often missed or misunderstood (even by health pros)What herniated and bulging discs actually are (the classic “jelly donut” explanation)Why “all roads lead to a disc” when spine problems are ignoredHow non-surgical spinal decompression can reduce pain, restore function, and often help people avoid surgeryWhere B3 blood-flow-restriction bands fit into disc rehab: less load, more results, better recoveryHow lighter, smarter training can support discs, joints, and long-term performance (including golf)If you’ve been told surgery is your only option, or you’re stuck in the cycle of meds → PT → injections → maybe surgery, this conversation will give you hope and better questions to ask your provider.🎧 ABOUT “FROM PAIN TO PLAY”From Pain to Play is a podcast for people who want their freedom back.Hosted by Dr. Troy M. Dreiling, DC, it’s all about helping you go from barely making it through the day… to walking, moving, traveling, working, and playing again.We talk discs, nerves, decompression, neuropathy, rehab, and real-world solutions for people who want to avoid surgery and get their life back.LINKS:Free Spine Consultation (mention “Spotify”): https://vancouverdisccenter.com/Zenaptic Chiropractic: https://zenaptic.com/Clinic site: https://www.zenapticchiropractic.com/Dr. Troy’s site: https://drtroydreiling.com/About Dr. Troy & team: https://www.thevancouverchiropractor.com/about-usB3 Bands info: https://zenaptichealth.com/products/b3-bands-w-multi-air-chamber-design

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