Spine Videos for Patients

Back Pain

Dr. Stan Herring, Director of the UW Medicine Spine Center, sits down with best selling author, UW professor and patient, David Shields, to discuss his history with back pain. For many years Shields was plagued with severe back pain that had begun to change how he lived his life. Dr. Herring illustrates how treatment for back pain comes down to individualized care and how he and his team at the UW Medicine Spine Center, partner with each patient on the road to recovery.

Conquering Low Back Pain

Dr. Mark Harrast discusses the common causes of low back pain, debunk some low back pain myths, and demonstrate exercise and preventive strategies that keep the spine healthy and fit. Learn strategies to either gain or maintain a healthy back in order to allow continued participation in active lifestyle for any sport or daily activity.