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In this episode, Farnham's leading over-50's physiotherapist, Will Harlow, reveals 7 signs that indicate surgery might be needed for a bulging disc. These 7 signs will not apply to everyone as the problem is nuanced, but the information in this video can give a clue to whether an opinion from a spinal consultant might be necessary.
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7 Signs a Bulging Disc Might Need Surgery

Welcome to the latest episode of HT Physio Quick Tips! In this episode, Farnham’s leading over-50’s physiotherapist, Will Harlow, reveals 7 signs that indicate surgery might be needed for a bulging disc. These 7 signs will not apply to everyone as the problem is nuanced, but the information in this […]

In this episode, Farnham's leading over-50's physiotherapist, Will Harlow, reveals 4 core exercises to AVOID when you have a bulging disc or sciatica. These core exercises have potential to aggravate a bulging disc and make sciatica worse! For most people, they should be avoided.
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4 Core Exercises to AVOID with Bulging Discs!

Welcome to the latest episode of HT Physio Quick Tips! In this episode, Farnham’s leading over-50’s physiotherapist, Will Harlow, reveals 4 core exercises to AVOID when you have a bulging disc or sciatica. These core exercises have potential to aggravate a bulging disc and make sciatica worse! For most people, […]

In this episode, Farnham's leading over-50's physiotherapist, Will Harlow, reveals the 3 best core exercises for people with bulging discs! These exercises are less likely than the more common core exercises to aggravate sciatica and bulging discs so seem to be better tolerated by most people.
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3 Best Core Exercises for Bulging Discs!

Welcome to the latest episode of HT Physio Quick Tips! In this episode, Farnham’s leading over-50’s physiotherapist, Will Harlow, reveals the 3 best core exercises for people with bulging discs! These exercises are less likely than the more common core exercises to aggravate sciatica and bulging discs so seem to […]

In this episode, Farnham's leading over-50's physiotherapist, Will Harlow, reveals the 3 types of back pain and shows you how to identify which one you are suffering with. Knowing which of the three types you have is important because they are not all treated in the same way. Once you know the difference, you'll be better prepared to treat the problem.
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The 3 Different Types of Back Pain Explained!

Welcome to the latest episode of HT Physio Quick Tips! In this episode, Farnham’s leading over-50’s physiotherapist, Will Harlow, reveals the 3 types of back pain and shows you how to identify which one you are suffering with. Knowing which of the three types you have is important because they […]

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Bulging Disc? AVOID These 7 Gym Exercises!

Welcome to the latest episode of HT Physio Quick Tips! In this episode, Farnham’s leading over-50’s physiotherapist, Will Harlow, reveals 7 gym exercises that can aggravate bulging discs and are best avoided by bulging disc sufferers! He also discusses some better alternatives and which exercises tend to cause less discomfort. […]

In this episode, Farnham's leading over-50's physiotherapist, Will Harlow, reveals his 3 best exercises for relief from a herniated disc! These exercises are not suitable for all but these are the ones Will finds most effective at providing relief to many of his herniated disc patients. Be sure to get checked by your own healthcare practitioner before engaging in any exercises for a herniated disc.
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Herniated Disc? The 3 Best Exercises for Relief!

Welcome to the latest episode of HT Physio Quick Tips! In this episode, Farnham’s leading over-50’s physiotherapist, Will Harlow, reveals his 3 best exercises for relief from a herniated disc! These exercises are not suitable for all but these are the ones Will finds most effective at providing relief to […]

In this episode, Farnham's leading over-50's physiotherapist, Will Harlow, reveals 4 things that everyone with a herniated disc should avoid! These 4 things involve some herniated disc exercises which can make the problem worse, a certain type of walking, and which chairs not to sit on at home when you have a herniated disc.
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Herniated Disc? AVOID These 4 Things!

Welcome to the latest episode of HT Physio Quick Tips! In this episode, Farnham’s leading over-50’s physiotherapist, Will Harlow, reveals 4 things that everyone with a herniated disc should avoid! These 4 things involve some herniated disc exercises which can make the problem worse, a certain type of walking, and […]

In this episode, Farnham's leading over-50's physiotherapist, Will Harlow, reveals the normal bulging disc recovery time. He also discusses how this differs to herniated disc recovery time. You'll learn how long a bulging disc takes to heal, what can be done to speed it up and how treatment might help to accelerate the process.
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Bulging Disc Recovery Time: How Long Does It Take?

Welcome to the latest episode of HT Physio Quick Tips! In this episode, Farnham’s leading over-50’s physiotherapist, Will Harlow, reveals the normal bulging disc recovery time. He also discusses how this differs to herniated disc recovery time. You’ll learn how long a bulging disc takes to heal, what can be […]

In this episode, Farnham's leading over-50's physiotherapist, Will Harlow, explains how a bulging disc causes pain when sitting and shows you how to sit or drive without pain when you have a bulging disc. This video is also relevant for those with herniated discs.
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How to Sit with Bulging Discs WITHOUT Pain

Welcome to the latest episode of HT Physio Quick Tips! In this episode, Farnham’s leading over-50’s physiotherapist, Will Harlow, explains how a bulging disc causes pain when sitting and shows you how to sit or drive without pain when you have a bulging disc. This video is also relevant for […]

In this episode, Farnham's leading over-50's physiotherapist, Will Harlow, reveals the "Big 3" causes of sciatica leg pain. These 3 causes account for 90% of the cases of sciatica Will sees in the clinic. For each issue, Will explains the cause, symptoms and how to rehabilitate the problem for less sciatica pain.
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The “Big 3” Causes of Sciatica Explained

Welcome to the latest episode of HT Physio Quick Tips! In this episode, Farnham’s leading over-50’s physiotherapist, Will Harlow, reveals the “Big 3” causes of sciatica leg pain. These 3 causes account for 90% of the cases of sciatica Will sees in the clinic. For each issue, Will explains the […]

In this episode, Farnham's leading over-50's physiotherapist, Will Harlow, discusses whether or not sciatica keeps coming back – and how to stop it!
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Does Sciatica Keep Coming Back?

Welcome to the latest episode of HT Physio Quick Tips! In this episode, Farnham’s leading over-50’s physiotherapist, Will Harlow, discusses whether or not sciatica keeps coming back – and how to stop it! To get a copy of Will’s new book, Thriving Beyond Fifty, you can visit here: Get Your […]

In this episode, Farnham's leading over-50's physiotherapist, Will Harlow, explains the 5 step plan to stop a herniated disc from coming back or becoming recurrent! This plan involves taking some simple yet important steps to maintain your spinal and general health.
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How to STOP a Herniated Disc from Coming Back!

Welcome to the latest episode of HT Physio Quick Tips! In this episode, Farnham’s leading over-50’s physiotherapist, Will Harlow, explains the 5 step plan to stop a herniated disc from coming back or becoming recurrent! This plan involves taking some simple yet important steps to maintain your spinal and general […]

In this episode, Farnham's leading over-50's physiotherapist, Will Harlow, explains the pain pattern that occurs when the L4 nerve in the lower spine is pinched or irritated by a bulging or herniated disc. This video demonstrates the symptoms from this condition and shows the pain pattern in the legs that someone with this type of sciatica can expect.
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L4 Bulging Disc Pain Pattern Explained!

Welcome to the latest episode of HT Physio Quick Tips! In this episode, Farnham’s leading over-50’s physiotherapist, Will Harlow, explains the pain pattern that occurs when the L4 nerve in the lower spine is pinched or irritated by a bulging or herniated disc. This video demonstrates the symptoms from this […]

In this episode, Farnham's leading over-50's physiotherapist, Will Harlow, explains the pain pattern that occurs when the L5 or S1 nerves in the lower spine are pinched or irritated by a bulging or herniated disc.
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L5-S1 Bulging Disc Pain Pattern Explained!

Welcome to the latest episode of HT Physio Quick Tips! In this episode, Farnham’s leading over-50’s physiotherapist, Will Harlow, explains the pain pattern that occurs when the L5 or S1 nerves in the lower spine are pinched or irritated by a bulging or herniated disc. This video demonstrates the symptoms […]

In this episode, Farnham's leading over-50's physiotherapist, Will Harlow, reveals the times when surgery might be a good idea for a bulging or herniated disc. Many people ask about surgery for bulging discs but, thankfully, it is rarely needed. However, there some instances when surgery is the right option. We reveal what these instances are today.
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When Is SURGERY Needed for a Bulging Disc?

Welcome to the latest episode of HT Physio Quick Tips! In this episode, Farnham’s leading over-50’s physiotherapist, Will Harlow, reveals the times when surgery might be a good idea for a bulging or herniated disc. Many people ask about surgery for bulging discs but, thankfully, it is rarely needed. However, […]

In this episode, Farnham's leading over-50's physiotherapist, Will Harlow, shows you how to stretch tight hip flexor muscles even if you can't kneel down!
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How to Stretch Your Hip Flexors If You Can’t Kneel

Welcome to the latest episode of HT Physio Quick Tips! In this episode, Farnham’s leading over-50’s physiotherapist, Will Harlow, shows you how to stretch tight hip flexor muscles even if you can’t kneel down! Tight hip flexors need stretching or they can lead to lower back pain. Most stretches require […]

In this episode, Farnham's leading over-50's physiotherapist, Will Harlow, reveals the single BEST exercise for stronger gluteal muscles!
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The ONLY Exercise You Need for Stronger Glutes

Welcome to the latest episode of HT Physio Quick Tips! In this episode, Farnham’s leading over-50’s physiotherapist, Will Harlow, reveals the single BEST exercise for stronger gluteal muscles! This exercise is proven by researchers to be the most effective at activating these important muscles. You’ll learn how to do the […]

In this episode, Farnham's leading over-50's physiotherapist, Will Harlow, reveals the common mistake that 90% of people make when they do the "clam" exercise which makes it completely useless! You'll learn what to avoid with the clam exercise and how to do it correctly for maximal gains in gluteal strength.
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How 90% of People Do the Clam Exercise ALL WRONG!

Welcome to the latest episode of HT Physio Quick Tips! In this episode, Farnham’s leading over-50’s physiotherapist, Will Harlow, reveals the common mistake that 90% of people make when they do the “clam” exercise which makes it completely useless! You’ll learn what to avoid with the clam exercise and how […]