ON-DEMAND CEU • ONLINE

Working on Lumbar Disc Herniations & Low Back Pain

Low back pain linked to disc herniations is one of the most common—and most misunderstood—presentations you’ll see.

Most therapists either avoid the area or rely on generic low back protocols that don’t address what’s actually driving the issue.

In this on-demand clinical training, you’ll learn how to assess disc-related presentations, understand how the lower body contributes to lumbar stress, and deliver treatment that reduces pressure and improves function without guesswork.

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On-demand access
2 hours total runtime

2 NYS + 2 NCBTMB Massage Therapy CEUs

David Weintraub, LMT

THE CLINICAL WHY

The disc isn’t the only problem—and it’s rarely the first place to treat.

When a client presents with a diagnosed lumbar disc herniation, it’s easy to focus directly on the low back—or avoid it entirely.

But in practice, disc irritation is often the result of larger movement patterns and load distribution issues throughout the body.

If you don’t understand how the feet, legs, pelvis, and surrounding tissues are contributing, treatment becomes either overly cautious or ineffective.

This course shifts the focus from “working on the disc” to understanding how to reduce pressure on it—by changing how the body is functioning as a whole.

enrollment

2‑hour online at your own pace training
2 NYS & NCBTMB Massage Therapy CEUs

$50

Enroll now - $50

Full client intake and bodyreading breakdown
Complete 60-minute treatment demonstration
Step-by-step clinical reasoning explained
Lifetime access with unlimited rewatching
Self-paced learning

WHO THIS IS FOR

Built for therapists who want to treat low back pain more precisely—not more cautiously

Great fit if you want to...

Therapists working with clients diagnosed with disc herniations
LMTs seeing recurring low back pain that doesn’t resolve
Practitioners unsure how to safely and effectively approach these cases
Therapists who want to understand full-body contributors—not just the lumbar spine

Not ideal if you…

Therapists looking for generic low back routines or protocols
Beginners without a foundation in anatomy or assessment
Passive learners who prefer techniques without clinical reasoning

IN THE ROOM

Skills you can use the very next workday

Determine where to “open” the body to reduce compression on the discs

Apply pressure and sequencing safely while still creating meaningful change

See how intake, assessment, and treatment connect in real time

Communicate clearly about progress, timelines, and self-care strategies

A clear structure—so you know exactly what you’re getting

A complete clinical walkthrough

2 Hour Course Breakdown

Part 1
Understanding lumbar disc herniation and contributing patterns

Part 2
Client intake and bodyreading

Part 3
Full 60-minute treatment demonstration

Part 4
Outtake, treatment planning, and client homework

Ready to join?

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Your Instructor

Learn from a clinician who treats low back pain every day

David Weintraub, LMT teaches the same framework used at Bodyworks DW, where disc-related low back pain is treated as part of a larger system—not an isolated issue.

This course reflects how real treatment decisions are made in session, not simplified for demonstration.

Read about the Bodyworks DW teaching philosophy

ENROLLMENT

Enroll in this course

Immediate access after purchase. Rewatch anytime.

enrollment

2‑hour online at your own pace training
2 NYS & NCBTMB Massage Therapy CEUs

$50

Enroll now - $50

Full client intake and bodyreading breakdown
Complete 60-minute treatment demonstration
Step-by-step clinical reasoning explained
Lifetime access with unlimited rewatching
Self-paced learning

Student Reviews

What Therapists say

“This gave me a much clearer way to approach disc clients without feeling like I was guessing.”

- Course participant

“I finally understand how the legs and pelvis connect to low back pain.”

- Course participant

Frequently Asked Questions

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Who is this course for?
Massage therapists who want to better understand and treat lumbar disc herniations and related low back pain using clear clinical reasoning.
Is it hands-on?
This is an on-demand course, but you’ll observe a full real-world treatment that translates directly to your hands-on work.
Do I need prior experience with disc injuries?
No, but a solid understanding of anatomy and basic assessment skills is recommended.
How do I receive CE documentation?
Certificates are available after completing course requirements in the student portal.
How long do I have access?
You’ll have lifetime access with unlimited rewatching.
Can I rewatch the treatment demo?
Yes. The full treatment and all course content are available for unlimited viewing.
What’s the cancellation policy?
All sales are final due to immediate access to course materials.