This week I received a text from my client.
It said,
A former co-worker friend had a spinal fusion surgery this week.
He died on the table.
It was the same surgery the doctors were trying to get me to do.
But your program healed me so quickly.
I like your method better.
When I received this message,
I didn't know what to say.
My throat was tight.
It was a stark reminder of how fragile and precious our bodies are,
And how important it is to question what we're told,
Even by the most well-meaning medical professionals.
I'm Dr.
Kim.
If you don't know me,
I teach people how to heal chronic pain using holistic natural methods.
Today I want to talk about spinal surgeries,
Their potential risks,
And why informed choices matter so deeply.
Many of my one-on-one online clients come to me after surgery,
Sometimes after multiple procedures,
Because the surgeries did not bring the relief they were promised.
In fact,
Often they are left in more pain than before.
Spinal surgeries,
Like fusions,
Laminectomies,
And discectomies,
Have higher failure rates than many people realize.
For example,
Spinal fusions can leave a significant number of patients still in pain long term,
Sometimes leading to conditions like failed back surgery syndrome.
The numbers here are actually scary.
The failure rate of spinal fusions can be up to 40%.
Discectomies have recurrence rates for herniated discs around 10 to 15%,
Sometimes requiring additional surgeries.
Plus,
These statistics don't even include complications,
Such as nerve damage,
Infections,
Or,
In this rare case,
Death.
I want to be clear.
Surgery can be life-changing for some people.
There are absolutely cases where it restores mobility and reduces pain.
But here's the truth.
Many surgeries focus on structural fixes without addressing the root cause of lower back pain.
Chronic back pain rarely comes from bones alone.
It often arises from a weak deep core,
Which fails to stabilize the spine properly,
Tight muscles,
Particularly the psoas,
Which can pull the spine out of alignment and restrict movement.
Facial tension that restricts flexibility and circulation.
Nervous system dysregulation,
Where chronic stress keeps muscles tight and pain signals amplified.
Movement patterns and poor posture that overload certain areas over time.
And lastly,
A poor diet,
One that includes a lot of sugar,
Caffeine,
And inflammatory foods that keep the body in a state of chronic inflammation,
Heightening pain.
Surgery may address a structural issue,
But it rarely restores these essential functional elements.
Without addressing them,
Pain can persist or even worsen.
I have a very different approach to this.
I am a holistic doctor addressing not just the spine itself,
But the nervous system,
Fascia,
Deep core,
Psoas,
Movement habits,
And diet that contribute to chronic pain.
Many of my clients who have had unsuccessful surgeries come to me as a last resort.
And together we uncover the true sources of discomfort and find a path towards real sustainable healing without cutting into the body.
Healing your back pain is absolutely possible.
I have had clients come to me with decades of back pain and they heal within a few months.
It just takes commitment,
Awareness,
And patience.
By strengthening the deep core,
Releasing the tight muscles,
Calming the nervous system,
And retraining some movement patterns,
Recovery happens in ways that surgery often cannot provide.
Pain is not merely mechanical.
It is a messenger,
A guide,
And a teacher.
I know because I have been through chronic lower back pain before and it almost ruined my life.
When we learn to listen,
We realize that the body is capable of extraordinary resilience and healing.
Yes,
Surgery may be necessary in some cases,
But for many,
The body can heal when we address the underlying causes.
True healing comes from supporting the whole system,
Not just fixing one part.
If you want to explore a different path to healing,
I invite you to listen to my free talk on how Kevin healed his back without surgery.
It is entitled,
Can You Heal Back Pain From Herniated Discs?
Go have a listen.
For those of you who are ready to dive deeper,
My premium course here on Insight Timer on healing lower back pain offers a step-by-step holistic program to reclaim comfort,
Mobility,
And freedom.
I also offer one-on-one support for those who need it.
Remember,
Your body is capable of remarkable transformation.
Surgery may feel like the only option,
But informed holistic care can open the door to a life of movement,
Vitality,
And true healing.
Please share this track with anyone you know who is considering spinal surgery.
All it takes is one person to change someone's life.
Thank you very much for listening to me today.
I will see you tomorrow.
