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EPISODE · Aug 25, 2026 · 11 MIN

3 Best Exercises for Disc Herniation & Sciatica (Skip Decompression)

from Low Back Pain Podcast · host Dr. Grant Elliott

Learn how to fix your pain with our “Centralization Process” here! https://rebrand.ly/ytpainfreeSubmit an application to work with us 1:1 and learn how to fix your low back! ⁠www.therehabfix.com/low-back-program⁠To view hundreds of free low back videos please follow us on instagram at @rehabfix ⁠www.instagram.com/rehabfix⁠If you’re dealing with a disc herniation, sciatica, or persistent lower back pain, hanging from a pull-up bar or repeatedly using spinal decompression may give you temporary relief—but what happens when the pressure comes right back?In this video, I’ll show you 3 exercises for disc herniation and sciatica that go beyond passive decompression by working on three important areas: spinal stability, lumbar movement, and hip mobility. The goal is to help you actively improve how your lower back functions instead of relying only on temporary unloading.Traditional spinal decompression for sciatica or a herniated disc can feel good in the moment because temporarily unloading the lumbar spine may reduce symptoms. But as explained in the video, hanging alone doesn't train your spinal stability, restore your missing lumbar movement, or improve restricted hip mobility.That’s why we're taking a more active approach.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Why Decompression Relief May Not Last00:52 – How Spinal Decompression Works01:25 – The Problem With Hanging for Back Pain02:02 – What Your Disc & Sciatic Nerve Need02:52 – Exercise #1: Active Decompression04:41 – Exercise #2: Lumbar Extension06:41 – Exercise #3: 90/90 Hip Rotations10:20 – Understanding Centralization📲 Want a structured plan for your back or sciatica?Text “PAIN” to 317-751-9509 to get a free demo with the Rehab Fix team and learn more about the Centralization Process.👍 If this video helped, LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for more videos covering disc herniation, sciatica pain relief, sciatic nerve pain, lower back pain, spinal decompression, back mobility, and strengthening exercises.🔎 Keywords That Brought You Heredisc herniation exercises, sciatica exercises, exercises for sciatica, sciatica pain relief, sciatic nerve pain, herniated disc exercises, spinal decompression, spinal decompression exercises, spinal decompression for sciatica, lumbar decompression, lower back decompression, disc bulge exercises, bulging disc exercises, lower back pain relief, lower back pain exercises, lumbar extension exercises, pinched nerve lower back, active decompression, 90/90 hip mobility, hip mobility for back pain, how to fix sciatica, herniated disc treatment#DiscHerniation #Sciatica #SciaticaRelief #LowerBackPain #SpinalDecompression

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