Ep. 10 | Dr. Caleb Braddock on Beating Back Pain, Disc Injuries & Avoiding Spine Surgery Naturally

Back pain can take over your life, your sleep, your movement, and even your happiness. In Episode 10 of Coffee Time with Carlos Machado, Dr. Caleb Braddock joins Carlos for a deep conversation on the real causes of herniated discs, chronic low back pain, sciatica, and why so many patients are pushed toward surgery before understanding their true options.Dr. Braddock is the co-founder of Genesis Back and Neck, one of the nation’s leading specialists in true spinal decompression using the DRX9000. He explains how bulging, herniated, and degenerative discs form, why traditional treatments often miss the mark, and how targeted decompression helps patients restore disc height, reduce nerve pressure, and return to their normal lives without surgery.Carlos shares his own powerful story, from being in a wheelchair at airports to returning to teaching jiu-jitsu, after completing Dr. Braddock’s 12 week decompression protocol. Together, they break down the emotional, physical, and psychological toll of chronic pain and highlight the mission behind Genesis. Their goal is to save 1 million people from spine surgery by giving patients a real alternative to invasive procedures.Topics CoveredWhy chiropractic, PT, stretching, injections, and pain meds cannot fix disc injuriesThe difference between bulging, herniated, and degenerative discsHow the DRX9000 isolates a single disc with intelligent, adaptive pullingSigns of a true disc issue versus simple muscle tightnessHow sitting, tech neck, and poor posture speed up disc degenerationWhy many spine surgeries fail to resolve painThe role of movement, hydration, and extension-based exercisesHow decompression helps even after years of chronic painPatient stories about opioid dependency and restored mobilityThe escape fire concept and why Genesis is expanding nationwideAbout Dr. Caleb BraddockCo-owner of Genesis Back and Neck and creator of the Genesis decompression protocol. He specializes exclusively in bulging, herniated, and degenerative disc treatment using the DRX9000 decompression system.Who This Episode HelpsAnyone struggling with chronic back or neck pain, sciatica, numbness or tingling, failed spine surgery, mobility limitations, or athletes who want long-term spinal health and performance. This episode is especially valuable for jiu-jitsu practitioners and martial artists who place repeated stress on the spine.Official Coffee Time LinksWatch more episodes: https://coffeetimewithcarlos.com/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CoffeeTimeWithCarlosMachado Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coffeetimewithcarlos/ More from Carlos: https://www.instagram.com/carlosmachadojiujitsu/ Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coffeetimewithcarlos Carlos Machado Jiu-Jitsu: https://www.facebook.com/CarlosMachadoBJJ Podcast Audio: https://podcast.coffeetimewithcarlos.com/