Can You Train BJJ With a Herniated Disc? Yes - Here's How to Return Safely

Can you train jiu jitsu with a herniated disc? The short answer is yes! For most grapplers, the long-term answer is actually more optimistic than you've been led to believe. In this video, Dr. Diana Wang breaks down the truth about disc herniations in BJJ, why they happen, and exactly how to return to the mats safely. Timestamps: 0:00 - Can you train BJJ with a herniated disc? 0:36 - Function over imaging: the mindset that matters 1:37 - Spine anatomy 101: understanding disc herniations 2:44 - Red flags: when you must see a specialist 3:07 - Why BJJ causes disc issues 3:28 - The evidence: why conservative care works 4:52 - Other factors behind back pain 5:08 - The 3-phase return-to-sport protocol 7:31 - When is surgery necessary? 8:35 - Long-term recovery: closing advice At Open Mat Physio, we've helped 350+ jiu jitsu athletes get from injured back to training. If you're dealing with lower back pain that's keeping you off the mats or making you consider quitting, schedule a 20-min discovery call with us to see how we can help! IG: / openmatphysio Website: https://www.openmatphysio.com/ Schedule a FREE Call: https://openmatphysio.janeapp.com/#/s... UPCOMING SEMINARS: 8/30: Academy BJJ Yorba Linda - Time TBA FALL SCHEDULE TBD #bjj #JiuJitsu #HerniatedDisc #BackPain #BJJInjuries #Grappling #InjuryPrevention #BJJRecovery #OpenMatPhysio