Brains and Gains with Dr. David Maconi
Dr. Stu McGill - Elite Athletes, Avoiding Back Surgery, Posture
20 Oct 2023
Dr. McGill is a professor emeritus, University of Waterloo, where he was a professor for 32 years. His laboratory and experimental research clinic investigated issues related to the causal mechanisms of back pain, how to rehabilitate back-pained people and enhance injury resilience and performance. This produced over 240 peer-reviewed scientific journal papers, many international awards, and has mentored over 40 graduate students during this scientific journey.I’m honored to have Dr. McGill on the podcast to discuss the following: 1:00- Introduction to Dr. Stu McGill2:30- Working with athletes 7:15- Getting help from general practitioners8:30- Working with general population versus elite athletes12:30- Chiropractors and acupuncturists17:00- The possible need for back surgery 32:00- Modifying behaviors long-term 38:00- Training changes with age 45:00- Could NO weight lifting be helpful? 54:00- Future medications and advancements for back pain 1:00:00- Does posture matter for back pain? 1:06:40- Does lifting form matter for back pain?
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