In this episode, Dr. Mike Hart delves into his personal journey with back pain, detailing the causes, treatments, and exercises that have helped him overcome chronic pain and regain mobility. Starting from a wrestling injury in 2021 exacerbated by running with improper shoes and deadlifting, the host shares how he learned to manage pain through chiropractic visits, medications, physiotherapy, and ultimately an epidural steroid injection. This episode highlights the importance of holistic body strengthening, focusing on specific exercises like hip thrusts, Nordic curls, and back extensions, and utilizing tools like the chirp wheel to improve thoracic mobility. Dr. Hart emphasizes the value of getting proper imaging and professional advice for managing serious pain and concludes with tips on maintaining full-body mobility and strength to prevent future injuries.

Dr. Stuart McGill’s McGill Big 3

Chirp Wheel

Freak Athlete Hyper Pro

Mark Bell Hip Circle

Show Notes:

• (00:00) – Welcome back to the Hart2Heart Podcast with Dr. Mike Hart

• (01:00) – Initial back pain incident in 2021

• (03:30) – Worsening condition in 2023

• (06:00) – Alternative treatments and medications

• (08:00) – Physiotherapy and imaging results

• (10:30) – Breakthrough with epidural steroid injection

• (14:30) – Strengthening exercises for recovery

• (25:00) – Thoracic spine issues and solutions

• (30:00) – Holistic approach to mobility and strength

• (34:00) – Lessons learned and guidance on long-term recovery

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Dr. Mike Hart is a Cannabis Physician and Lifestyle Strategist. In April 2014, Dr. Hart became the first physician in London, Ontario to open a cannabis clinic. While Dr. Hart continues to treat patients at his clinic, his primary focus has shifted to correcting the medical cannabis educational gap that exists in the medical community.

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