Does Weightlifting Compress Your Discs? | Episode 33

Dr. Grant Elliott with RehabFix Online Low Back Program:   This episode I discuss a common topic of discussion which is if weightlifting compresses your discs. Many people believe squatting and deadlifting could compress your discs and cause wear and tear on the spine, accelerating the degenerative process. Here I dive into the evidence to tell you once and for all what weightlifting does to your discs! If you would like to work with me 1-on-1 to fix your low back pain as a team, submit an application using the link below so we can meet and put together the right rehab plan for you!   https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-020-71003-z   https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26409630/   To view hundreds of free low back videos please follow us on instagram at  @rehabfix www.instagram.com/rehabfix and to learn more about how we can work together to fix your low back online please visit www.therehabfix.com/low-back-program