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[@drcharliejohnson]

Thanks so much for watching! Want to pinpoint the source of your back, butt, hip, or leg/sciatica pain without needing expensive images or a specialist? 🔥Grab my FREE “Better Than an MRI DIY Diagnostic Guide” here 👉 www.drcharliejohnsonpt.com/diyguide

[@as71318]

What if I have pain on both sides at the dimple area on the butt and it's very tender?

[@drcharliejohnson]

@@as71318 hey! Most likely a back (spine issue) is symptoms are both sides.

[@JohannaAckerman-wl1lf]

What if pain in back and hips and popping sound in back with certain movements of bodyk

[@sofialeiva8669]

Thanks for the time you on this however i still don't know what ihave... .there are things that I have but others I don't which lead me to an unknown possible dx still😊

[@KINDaf]

How can we access the flow chart? It's too small for me to see and read and it would be more comprehensive for me to be able to follow along with you if I had the chart in front of me to follow along. Thank you

[@c.r.1917]

Charlie helped me. I am pain free. I skipped the MRI and cancelled all my orthopedic and neurology appointments. I kept rescheduling, then finally just cancelled them all for good. If you've got pain that keeps coming back for months or years and you think it will never end, it will. Believe me. He is the real deal! Thank you Charlie.

[@drcharliejohnson]

Thanks for your support! So glad I could help you out!

[@BrittKatSlat]

Can u describe what was ailing you?

[@angiejones3714]

Thanks I'm currently undergoing diagnostic testing and imaging originally hurt back caused L-5 disk to budget. 23 years later and all kinds of pain and diminished capabilities suffered finally hope. ❤😅😂😂

[@drcharliejohnson]

@@angiejones3714 hey! hang in there. Are you interested in some help so that you can naturally resolve this?

[@vg1734]

Where is his office?

[@lisacarr13]

I find it crazy how little credit physical therapists get. I think they are the MOST receptive to pain complaints. I had an X-ray, mri, exams. And no diag other than having “you have sciatica” finally got orders for PT. Went to the physical therapist and he diagnosed me with a disc injury and started giving me exercises that gave me the first relief I had gotten in almost a month. Still not healed completely but coming from where I WAS, I owe him.. a lot. Worst pain I have ever been in in my life.

[@annmarie9040]

Yes, I’m going for an MRI next week

[@eggedon6112]

PT's are the best!!💜

[@NansGlobalKitchen]

@@annmarie9040 I am terrified of going for an MRI, because I am very clausterphobic and cannot do small enclose areas. I had one done once and passed out. I will do a CT scan over an MRI. I they had other ways to detect your pain and tissues instead of torturing you to go in that machine! Hope you are feeling better.

[@Bornindafire]

@@NansGlobalKitchen i hope you find a way that helps

[@mikearchibald744]

I had an mri, I loved it, here in canada its like winning the lottery so no fear I'm even going to see an mri until my injury is years old. And mri should be a yearly exercise, as just the cancer angle alone can save so many lives. However, this guy IS a doctor, or I think he said that. Sometimes when I watch these I have a fear that its some guy looking at other youtube videos and jsut making up a name and calling themselves a doctor:) But yeah, so far doctors seem a waste of time. They don't even seem REMOTELY interested in patients usually. Mine is definitely a disc injury, and within a week of starting exercises I'm seeing huge improvements. Got a setback today after driving, I knew I was jinxing it. But I should write a journal to remind myself of the hellish pain I went through for a week not knowing what the hell was going on. Our healthcare industry was useless, I found the best help on youtube. Yeesh. I agree that pain is unbelievable. Painkillers wouldn't even TOUCH it. But exercise and strengthening have me on the way to recovery. But still wish I could get an MRi to at least see what things look like. Heck, many people get saved from cancer from the early detection in an mri.

[@soccerboy21997]

Third year PT student here… this mental map and “algorithm” is insanely helpful trying to differentially diagnose this complex anatomical region. Big thanks Boss

[@drcharliejohnson]

Welcome John! You finished with PT school now? Appreciate you watching!

[@lydieuhh]

Thanks for not isolating issues like everyone else because I am thinking intuitively that I have more than one of these simultaneously, which is why it’s so frustrating when docs continuously try to focus on one area of concern while diagnosing one condition at a time only. Like let’s forget how nuanced and interconnected our physiology really is...

[@drcharliejohnson]

👊🏼

[@dianelively8582]

You sound like me and I’m not sure which one I have because I’ve had three back operations and still have a groin pain.

[@randomvidz8742]

@@dianelively8582 it's so frustrating

[@briannab5296]

lydie .. well said!

[@publicserviceannouncement4777]

That's why I see 3 different chiropractors.😅

[@femalehuman7074]

So, we're all ignoring the staircase to nowhere. Cool, cool.

[@jenniferdurfey2358]

😂😂😂

[@Germatti13489]

Female Human I guess his house was made into apartments and that is wild. Maybe someday someone hopes to make the house whole again. 👵

[@Julian_LewisDig]

I was literally so concerned

[@cynthiadianecarey9902]

Darn... Once you pointed it out, I can't concentrate on anything he's saying...

[@naytanner6222]

😂 I know right! So distracting.

[@JoshBender1]

I've watched dozens of KZbin videos trying to get to the bottom of my back and hip pain and this is the single most useful video for back pain sufferers, hands down. Insanely good! Thank you so much Dr Charlie for sharing your knowledge in an easy to follow way. Your kindness and generosity change lives for the better every day.

[@drcharliejohnson]

You're welcome Josh! Thanks for watching. Please share with those in need!

[@ARNOLDOLOF]

i am a retired General Surgeon. After having treated a lot of patients with back ache, I got it myself. Pain in the right glutae with tingling down the leg similar to what happens when you hit the Ulnar nerve in the elbow. Stretched and stretched with no results. Then I saw your videos and started to reflect. It turned out that my right foot was always in the right outward direction. After correcting this and the pain disappeared. Thanks a lot for your help and very good analytic approach to this problem.

[@drcharliejohnson]

thanks for watching! Appreciate you sharing!

[@1953Spock]

I genuinely appreciate what you are doing to help people.

[@TammyGsings]

I REALLY Appreciate the time and effort you have put into understanding the complexities with the human body. I have been looking for someone like you who can possibly help me navigate through my healing process and make my life better. I have been working hard on the inside but now I have to deal with the outside. Being thorough as you have in this video does help especially with people like myself who have such a complex issue. Hoping to talk with you soon. Again, I really appreciate someone who does not seem to be burnt out yet and is very passionate about what they do and is not just rushing me through an appointment and collecting a pay-check. Thank you.

[@drcharliejohnson]

Hey Tammy! Thanks for watching- happy to help! 👊🏼

[@Jill199]

What a fabulous video! I am a neuroscular therapist and have been practicing for 30 years and This video rocks! My pain has stumped not only myself but my colleagues. Still trying to figure it out. I have not done the tests here yet I am watching it first then I will do the test on the second run through. Thank you!

[@drcharliejohnson]

Thanks for watching Jill! Be sure to check out my complete DIY Diagnostic Guide as I’ve recently updated it! You can grab it for free here- www.drcharliejohnsonpt.com/DIYGuide

[@sheilasmith1109]

Hi Jill! I have to agree with your comments! Even more, I have to admit that as a practitioner myself, I think we tend to have more complex problems that are total mysteries! It stinks!

[@patkanners8799]

Thank you!! I have a new left hip. Now my right side hurts, but the pain is a bit different. I need my right side diagnosed this way!

[@kitmarye1891]

Dr. Charlie: this is the most comprehensive approach to pain of the back hips buttocks and legs I've ever seen. Thanks, KM

[@drcharliejohnson]

Thanks for watching Kit!

[@terriegentry2785]

DITTO! So SO helpful!!!

[@ahgirl1613]

Your explanations are thorough and are a "cut above the others". I'm sure anyone who watches this should be able to make a perfect self diagnosis. This has helped my grandaughter. I rate this 100 plus percent. Very clear and simple for anyone who is not in the medical field to comprehend. Thank you.

[@drcharliejohnson]

Thanks a million 👊🏼. Glad you found it helpful. Let me know if you need more clarity on anything 👍 Dr Charlie

[@willyd.pgapro]

Dr. Charlie. This is a great video to help self diagnose or at least start to understand what the heck is going on in the back, hips, legs, and buttocks. I used it to help understand what could be wrong with my right side. I recently fell about a month ago. I missed the last stair going out of my house and put all the weight onto my right foot, turned the ankle inward and then fell. I had a mild sprain but after that I started to feel so much pain in my lower back, near my s1-s3 area. Thought I broke my back, and was very stiff for a week. That pain went away and then all of a sudden I started to feel excruciating pain down my right side into my calf. Pain was radiating so bad that I could not even put my socks on in the morning. I did some stretching, and I continue to due so, but the pain is still there. Agonizing just to get out of bed. So, here is where I am at now: I have Zero (0) pain in my back, none but my buttock is on fire. I did the leg raise test and nope, couldn't even straighten the leg. I did the Figure Four stretch for groin and that was fine as I don't have any pain there but I tested it anyway to see. Tests results were very symmetrical on both sides, maybe a bit loose on the painful side. So I can put socks on again but not how I used to. Upon reading some more, it looks as though it could be the Piriformis that is causing the problems. Thanks again for this very informative video.

[@extralolz1476]

Finally I now know it’s a upper hamstring problem. Thank you so much for this detailed video. Im keeping it safe to help my friends and colleagues 👏🏻

[@hollyjoy3192]

Best focus ever on mystery pain in leg/back/hip /si regions! Constructive re wording : “that said” is better then redundant “that being said”, less words = clarity , correct grammar = hitting target. Thanks again for amazing content. Learning much.

[@drcharliejohnson]

Thanks Holly! 👊🏼🔥

[@suzanneevans4157]

Absolutely brilliant. So good of you to do such a comprehensive assessment video x

[@drcharliejohnson]

Thanks Suzanne! So glad you enjoyed it! Also, I believe you're registered for my workshop- hope you love it too!

[@EmmaLou8424]

I wish i had this video years ago. Now I've got a good idea about what my issue is. THANK YOU for making this information free. It's going to help so many people 🙏🙏

[@drcharliejohnson]

No problem glad I could help you 👊🏼

[@superpoodlehead]

Best explanation on the planet! I’ve spent two years trying to diagnose my hip issue and this did it! I’ve seen multiple doctors, specialists and have had injections, plus PT. I’m set for an MRI in a couple of weeks for my hips because the doctor wants it. I hope I can get a solution and no more injections. PT worked well, but I still cannot stand or walk for long periods of time. Thanks for your hard work and care! 👍🏼👍🏼

[@drcharliejohnson]

Glad I could help ❤️👊🏼💪🏻

[@freeradt]

THANKS SO MUCH DR. CHARLIE!!! YOU ARE TRULY A MIRACLE WORKER AND DEDICATION LIKE YOURS IS A BLESSING FOR US FOLKS WHO NEED GUIDANCE. You are the answer to my prayers literally!!! I will be setting up my 45 min call, and I can't wait to get started with you to taking this to a new beginning!!!

[@MissIdolize]

Thank you Dr. Charlie. Excellent, in depth explanation of all the possibilities involved! You are so right about wading thru various videos which although helpful, have still left me unsure about what exactly is causing the problem and what is it called! Based on my follow-along while watching your video, it seems likely I have piriformis, poss caused by herniated disc. However, I plan to watch it again, following your 'walk-through' step by step just to make sure. I really appreciate the work you put into this video. It is quite unique.

[@sangeetharadhakrishnan7064]

Finally I got wat I was searching for...I always thought why don't PPL put everything together instead of making it more complicated...thank u.....hats off for your hardwork.....

[@drcharliejohnson]

Thanks a million for your feedback. Appreciate you watching. Please share and let me know if ya have specific questions. Dr Charlie 👊🏼

[@nievels]

Excelente explanation! Thanks. It helps me to really spot where my pain is coming from and that definitely should ask for help.

[@freeradt2970]

You didn't miss a thing!!! I would say this video is THEE BEST VIDEO FOR ANY PROBLEM YOU MAY HAVE IN LOWER BACK, HIP, SI JOINT NERVE PAIN OR DAMAGE AND MORE!!!! I know I'm contacting him right after I post thus! I know for a fact he'll help me because I now know what it isn't!!!! And I think I know what it is....because of THIS VIDEO! AMAZING DR.!!!! GOD BLESS & BE WELL! 🦋

[@jacksonalicia1980]

Finally ! Been searching for over six months for answers. Thank you so much for the clarity 😍🤩

[@drcharliejohnson]

No problem Alicia! Let me know if I can help in any other way 👊🏼 Dr C

[@jacksonalicia1980]

@@drcharliejohnson I asked a question related to cushion for the car on another video. Thank you for your time and response. I went to Dr. Charlie school today 🤣😍

[@annas4376]

Absolutely awesome video. Didn't get anywhere near as much of an understanding of these issues or what my problem might be after seeing two physios and two doctors. I am so glad I found this resource, thank you.

[@drcharliejohnson]

Glad I could help Anna! 👍👊🏼. Let me know if you need help or have any questions. Dr Charlie

[@danielmilliken8903]

This is the most informative and hopeful vid Iv ever seen. Iv had 4 surgeries last 4 years on hips and back with still no pinpointing my dominators of pain. I will be watching this multiple times and following through because I feel like it will lead to my success of finding issue/issues. I know my body more than surgeons as with experiences considering. I barely was touched with there hands to test anything accept for nerve test with needles. ( pain test ) and it’s like they didint believe or want to understand my cries within. Thank you dear beloved friend for your vid. It made my day by far 🙏🏼

[@drcharliejohnson]

Daniel! Thanks brother! Shot you a response to your workshop question (check email) No pressure- but would love review your case and to see if/how I can help. If you’re interested- visit www.drcharliejohnsonpt.com/apply and select a time to chat. You got this! Dr Charlie

[@user-is9mi1dm4z]

I have been searching for a comprehensive video like this, thanks for the excellent work! Most videos only talk a syndrome or another, which does not give a big picture. I am seeing my physio, but everyone should do their own research, this video really helps.

[@Bagabonda]

Wonderful video. I'm 62, and I might have more than one thing going on. Thank you for adding some clarity to the confusing situation!

[@randomvidz8742]

Im 120

[@Lugnut64052]

I'm 64, and thinking I may have a blend of issues going on too. Yes, great video. Thank you, Dr. Charlie.

[@jillhitchcock7936]

Fabulous Charlie! Thank you so much for sharing this information for free. I, like a lot of people on here, have been chasing my tail around (literally!) trying to self-diagnose deep glute pain. I finally had a lower back x-ray taken last week (after my back started to make a sickening clunking sound), which clearly shows a severe L4/L5 stenosis. By the way, your map is spot on! I now know my problem is upstream and to keep concentrating there for a resolution to the pain. Unfortunately I've spent the past four months or more (and a stack of money) consulting a wide range of therapists none of whom identified the stenosis, but just drilled in to the deep glutes and piriformis to 'release them'. I now realise that any piriformis pain is either referred from upstream or my poor piriformis is becoming hypertonic due to having to support a dysfunctional spine and/or pelvis or both. I have work to do! PS Do you ever come to the UK?

[@michellechoquet1964]

TY TY TY for addressing of these issues! Exactly what I need! God bless you ☺️

[@drcharliejohnson]

You’re welcome michelle! Thanks for watching. Let me know if ya have questions or need help 👊🏼

[@BeammeupSpotty]

Thanks. very helpful, easy to follow and comprehensive!!!

[@krisbarber6208]

This video was very enlightening. I do have back pain, central but pain, side hip pain, knee and heel pain. More of all I am very wise! Almost 73. Left side is very loose compared to right. In the past I had an SI ablation and a shot of something in my hip. This video teaches me to look closer at treatment. Thank you.

[@drcharliejohnson]

You got it Kris!

[@ritsp1291]

I am sharing this with everyone I know! Amazing CHARLIE!

[@drcharliejohnson]

Thanks Rits P! Appreciate you spreading the word and helping me help others! Charlie

[@RhetoricalMuse]

I agree. Anyone asks - I am directing them here.

[@a.phillips6892]

You are brilliant! You have helped me immensely. I’ve been in a sea of misinformation/ treatment. I have SI joint problems, and can finally settle on that diagnosis thanks to you! Hopefully can heal from this now. Your info is SO valuable.

[@susan9188]

This video is great isn't it? That's my issue too, left SI joint. I dread going to bed because I can't find any position comfortable and if you twist around it just makes the rest of your back out of alignment. I'd like a good night's sleep. Good luck.

[@a.phillips6892]

@@susan9188 Yes, it’s true. I can’t lay flat on my back at all. Very frustrating! Good luck to you as well!

[@aewutube]

Have you found a treatment that has helped your SI problem?

[@a.phillips6892]

@@aewutube No. Gave up on PT. I recently tried assisted stretching. This seemed to really help the first 2 visits, and I really like it. I’m flexible, but they push you to your limit. Unfortunately, it has not solved my s.i. problems. Shiatsu massage feels great, also, but no cure. I’m pretty much resigned. I would like to try PRP injection, but so far it has not been offered to me. I believe the advanced stretching got blood flow into the area, hence the pain relief.

[@AnaFB9696]

This was the most enlightened video i've ever seen. Been experiencing pain in the but along the leg down to the toe. My doctor said it was periform, but i've also pain in he lower back.

[@megamaze00]

Finally! I haven’t been able to walk for two days and I have three small children to care for. This is the first video that has given me the info I’m seeking. Thank you!

[@drcharliejohnson]

Awesome- happy to help!

[@ronenwolfman]

Wow. This was the most educating video I've seen. Still not 100% sure if I have a herniated/bulging disk or SI joint issue, but will keep researching. Thanks so much!!

[@drcharliejohnson]

Thanks Ronen! Glad it was helpful! If you have both lower back pain and pain in the SI Joint region- then most likely the lower back (disc or other) as it is UPSTREAM or (in other words) the SI Joint is DOWNSTREAM. In the presence of a back problem the SI Joint is likely to be sensitive and hurt. In the presence of a back issue- the SI Joint tests/story will be FALSE positives. Make sense? SI joint will be one sided- no central back pain- in the location shown on the flowchart/in the video- right on the boney bump/dimple area. Hope this helps. Dr. C

[@lydieuhh]

@@drcharliejohnson that’s what I have! Non central pain but seems to be more on the right side especially pointy dimple area. X ray showed hips are uneven and disc near L5 is smaller. So now dealing with SI, bursitis pain, and pinched nerve sensations

[@chandlerp206]

How should I go about with healing a herniated disk? I’ve been dealing with it for almost a year and I’ve seem to have hit a plateau. Great video by the way, definitely the best help I’ve had.

[@mikearchibald744]

Have you had x rays, mri's or any other tests? If you've been doign the strengthening exercises and are still having issues you should get a good look at it and see if surgical solutions like a microdiscectomy are necessary.

[@eveyoyvey4032]

WOW this may be the best diagnostic guide I've seen in 37 years of practice! Thank you, Dr. J

[@drcharliejohnson]

Sweet! Glad it was helpful- appreciate your feedback!

[@zpto12345]

Best video... truely clarifies this highly complex issue

[@ahsanyarkhan3775]

Best diagnostic video for Low Back!

[@drcharliejohnson]

Glad it was helpful! Dr. C

[@warrenalbert7922]

This was an excellent, clear way to help people guide themselves and their health care provider to determine what is causing their pain. I’m a failure analysis engineer and we use ishakawa diagrams to rule in and rule out causes for issues. I absolutely loved this. I recently started having specific left side lower back pain and now I can use this knowledge to better guide a diagnosis. Thank you!

[@drcharliejohnson]

Warren! Awesome man- appreciate the feedback! Glad it was useful... What are you doing to treat your back?

[@warrenalbert7922]

@@drcharliejohnson Right now I’m waiting to see an orthopedic but using your info I think my L4/L5 is herniated. I find peace in fetal position, using tens unit with OTC NSAIDS

[@warrenalbert7922]

I also have visited my Chiropractor 3x. I would appreciate any videos or info you may have put together for referencing in the meantime. Thanks again for sharing your gift of knowledge with us!

[@Robot007]

This video is of excelsior quality, not just in graphics but in explanation. To all back pain sufferers...you better LISTEN and PRACTICE what this DOCTOR is telling you. IT WORKS!!! Thank you for your effort Dr. Johnson 🎉 Blessings!

[@drcharliejohnson]

Thanks Mr. Martian! Appreciate you watching and sharing. Let me know if ya have any specific questions. Here to help!

[@jrvisions]

This was extremely helpful, thank you!

[@candamorgan]

This is great and and thanks for the flowchart. I’m 3 days post L4/5 microdiscectomy and this video is spot on from the long journey i’ve had to get here.

[@drcharliejohnson]

Hoping for a speedy recovery. Thanks for your feedback and thanks for watching. Glad I can help. Let me know if you have any questions. Dr. Charlie

[@loungydoc]

Could you describe your journey? Did you have a lateral shift of upper body vs lower body? What did MRI show? Did you do PT before surgery and was surgery the best thing for relief? Thanks I’m advance

[@candamorgan]

@@loungydoc No luckily i did not have lateral shift, though i have seen others who did and also benefitted from microdiscectomy. Yes to PT and every other conservative treatment prior to surgery that was available to me - i just couldn't live with the pain i was in, so am hugely sympathetic towards anyone suffering. There is a fantastic subreddit r/Sciatica if you haven't come across it already.

[@loungydoc]

@@candamorgan so the surgery was major success for you?

[@candamorgan]

@@loungydoc Yes, i am 10/11 months post-op now and have my life back. An occasional feeling of nerve pain on my affected side comes up every so often, but much much milder than it was pre-surgery.

[@francesmacheda5065]

This video should be part of every doctors training or at least used as a refresher. I now have a better understanding of what is going on with my body and what my doctors have been doing in my exams. I feel I can now ask better questions to help guide the doctor to a resolution of my issues. Great video!!

[@drcharliejohnson]

Hey Frances! Just seeing this now! Thanks for watching (and look forward to chatting in the near future!)

[@jeffreyanton]

Hi doctor I just want to tell you I'm going through what everyone else is going through. So I got up 3:30 in the morning and I'm going to find a video to help me relieve the pain and go back to sleep. And so after listening to bunch of other videos finally I found yours. And fortunately you went on and on and on and on and then I found out after a while I had fallen asleep. LOL. Anyway please take this in a positive light and I really appreciate your help also with the substance of what you're saying.

[@sherrillperez9796]

Thank you for the detailed explanation. The flowchart is great at narrowing down what may be going on with folks. Because of your help, I can concentrate on healing.

[@drcharliejohnson]

Awesome! thx for watching!

[@Ceelxaar]

Woow this video actually described exactly what I have been suffering for the last 5 weeks. So what I have is spinal stenosis. How bad is it ?😳😳😳 I haven't been to work for 5 weeks

[@nicolereilly6385]

Yes!! Just what I was looking for. I will rewatch and do all the tests. Not much luck at Kaiser or either chiropractor. They both did the hip distraction adjustment which I feel made things worse and gave me new sciatica pain. Dealing with pain on and off 2 years after groin pain from rebounder then was told I had a strained patella with some knee clicking. Def hard to put on socks! Magnesium, baking soda bath helped relieve some pain.

[@thebreen25]

hi i just wanted to respond to your comment as I have had chronic pain in multiple areas hip/butt/leg/groin for 2 years since using mini trampoline also! this vid helped me understand i do have multiple issues. im in agony if i do anything more than gentle walking.

[@user-eg1ki5zs8m]

I just watched your video. Your diagram s and the way everything links together makes sense. I've downloaded the self diagnosis and I'm signed up for your beat butte pain class tomorrow night. I'm ready for relief. Thank you for making this accessible and the added bonus of a free class.

[@drcharliejohnson]

Hey Kam! thanks so much for watching- I appreciate it! Let me know if ya get stuck or need more help. No pressure, but I'd be happy to review your case and see if/how I may be able to help you. Just let me know!

[@marlak4253]

Thank you Dr. Charlie!! Great useful video!!

[@drcharliejohnson]

Grab my FREE “Better Than an MRI DIY Diagnostic Guide” here: www.drcharliejohnsonpt.com/diyguide Thanks so much for watching! My NEW & IMPROVED guide is ready! Want to pinpoint the source of your back, butt, hip, or leg/sciatica pain using simple self movement tests & a step-by-step approach without needing expensive images or a specialist? Check out THE Guide by downloading it above☝️

[@dianah6254]

Thanks! The guide is awesome but it turned out I have a lymphoma tumor encasing L5 to S2 left nerve roots that was the problem. Not to scare anyone...

[@brendapcmt]

@@dianah6254 oh.. ohhh no! Ok.. I’m scared! Bless you 🙏🏼

[@johnmeiklejohn5470]

Impressed with your guide. Still in the dark re my problem though. Physio is too. Right leg too painful to walk on after 25 yds. Pain starts in butt. Stop, touch toes, wait a few seconds - gone - for next 25 yds! Only pain source that stays is the excrutiating ball deep inside butt - tennis ball exercise 😱

[@johnmeiklejohn5470]

Ought to have confessed. I have one hip higher than the other. I reduced the pain by putting multiple insoles into the lower ( pain side) shoe! Not cured, but sciatic pain has disappeared!

[@rodneyyoshizawa9428]

@@dianah6254 Ù0

[@emuliaka]

amazing video.... great job on the chart... seldom we see so many information projected that well! THANK YOU

[@theresaglass1831]

This was SO helpful! When you say back pain is at the belt line area, is the tail bone area included in that. This is where my discomfort is, but also my main issue is the hip/groin area. Had exray /MRI done everything looked fine but showed some mild arthritis, was given shot to groin area. Helped with pain but not the problem. Still there. Also did PT. I’m thinking SI joint. I cannot sit on floor and cross my left leg. Have pain that shoots down left leg to foot with numbness and like someone’s poking the tips of my toes with needles. Was told 10+ years ago that I had a mild degenerative disc L4 L5 but they didn’t seem to think much about it or should be concerned. A year ago I had a fall or I should say dive to catch my granddaughter and I’m thinking that’s when I may have injured the SI joint on my left side.

[@terrychrist1383]

Thank you.The best video for information that I have found. I have suffered many years with buttocks pain lower back pain and pain down my legs. 🤗❤️

[@drcharliejohnson]

Awesome Terry! So glad you found it helpful. let me know if I can help you in any other way. Dr. C

[@elimay1966]

I have been suffering for a few months now and this video is the only one I have found that explains it perfectly in layman’s terms 👏🏼 Thank You SO Much! I have an MRI scheduled for tomorrow morning as I have gone through physical therapy and it has only gotten more painful. I’m think it is a hip arthritis issues now, I am 54 year old female, highly active in gym 6-7 days a week for an hour minimum each visit. I hope the MRI will show signs of hip arthritis so as to better determine a treatment regimen. Again, thank you so much for that video 👍🏼

[@briannab5296]

How on earth can you work out for an hour 5-6 days a week with hip arthritis?? You are actually working out too often also. Every other day is what is recomended because the muscles and such have to have a day of rest. Exercising tears the fibers and the in between rest days the body heals & grows stronger. The schedule you are on is what hardcore body builders do, not everyday people, and it 'catches up' with them eventually too. . . . No wonder you have arthritis symptoms!

[@troycrook1649]

Thank you for taking the time to put together such a comprehensive video. I had hearniiatd disc surgery earlier this year and am still suffering very stiff and at times sore lower back, though sciatica is thankfully pretty much gone- though the sciatica leg raise test tells me it is still there a little. This video and your others are helpful and explained clearly. Thaks again.

[@drcharliejohnson]

Sure thing Troy happy to help. Working on an updated version of this (printable) and with even more detail for people like you 👍 Do you have any questions for me? Dr charlie

[@troycrook1649]

@@drcharliejohnson That's great to hear. I will subscribe and foolow your videos with interest. What took me to searching videos is yesterday during a very easy light run I have appeared to pull my hamstring, but read it could be related to sciatica nerve. It is sore today but more stiff than anything. I can walk okay but definately not run. Will continue to work on strengthening my piriformis as using the test for this both sides had similar flex. Thanks again

[@drcharliejohnson]

@@troycrook1649 sounds good. Yup- sounds like sciatic nerve issue resurfacing to me. Avoid stretching irritated nerve for time being and let me know if you have any questions along the way 👍. Thanks for subscribing. 👊🏼 stay well and enjoy your weekend wherever you are!

[@troycrook1649]

What are your thoughts around foam rollers to get rid of knots in tight/sore muscles?

[@drcharliejohnson]

Shoot. Sorry Troy didn’t see this. I do NOT recommend them as they usually just aggravate an already aggravated nerve! If you want to use it- I’d recommend doing it somewhere other than the immediate area of pain. Make sense?

[@rowan7658]

Thank you so much for explaining everything so simply. This is THE BEST and the ONLY one you need to watch to make a clear and simple self diagnosis. ❤

[@drcharliejohnson]

Glad I could help you out! Appreciate you watching.

[@beingfree7551]

Thank you. Very informative and helpful.

[@spookycat99]

Oh are my hero! This flow chart is the bomb! I can follow easily and determined that I must have pulled or injured my high hamstring from all over stretching! Thank you a million times. I still cant put pressure on the leg but at least I'm not freaking out thinking that I blew my disc out!

[@drcharliejohnson]

Awesome Sherrie ❤️🔥💪🏻👊🏼

[@paulhughes7079]

Sherrie. Do you have a copy of the flow chart? Unfortunately the link to it isn’t working….

[@terrymcfarland809]

Excellent!!!!! Best video I've seen regarding how to help diagnosis these conditions.

[@drcharliejohnson]

Hey Terry! Thanks for watching- that was the goal! Appreciate the feedback, and be sure to grab a free copy of my DIY Diagnostic Guide if you haven't already (perhaps you could share it with someone who needs it?!) ➡️ www.drcharliejohnsonpt.com/DIYguide

[@jmas2312]

This is very helpful to me. I have 10+ years ddd diagnosis and new bad hip pain. I've seen physical therapists, orthopedists, pain management, etc. without real answers. This flow chart is great. I am also going to use it to help diagnose my youngest grandson (age 11). He was born with severe bilateral clubfoot. He's had casting, and has had several surgeries and has issues with both feet, both legs his hips and his back. I'm going to use this flowchart to run down what problems he has to try and prevent long term skeletal issues from inappropriate treatment. Don't be surprised if I reach out to you when I get stuck. Thanks very much for this presentation. :)

[@vanessadacascos6107]

Where do those stairs lead up to, sir?! 😳

[@aaronbales9815]

My first thought as well!

[@POLYLIVING]

😂

[@terriegentry2785]

It appears to be attic access, in my opinion, based on what I see.

[@selasun4]

I'm so glad your video came into my feed today 😊 I've been having back and hip problems for 2 years now, saw the physiotherapist for 10 months but didn't help much, saw a chiro that seemed to make my pain worse. The only relief l got was from medication, tens machine, hot and cold packs, and massage but the pain is much worse now, pain in the butt, and hip, going down the leg, knee pain and sometimes weakness, tingling, and numbness in my legs. I saw a hip specialist and he said it seemed to be a nerve problem in the back, suggested an MRI but I'm still on the waiting list for that and now l can hardly walk. I'm only able to go to work because of the pain meds l have to take everyday but even that is not working so well anymore. I'm at my wits end. What else can l do? Any advice would be appreciated 🙏 Thank you so much Dr Charlie 🙏🙏🙏

[@vv7299]

Kratom will help with pain

[@shazzymapatazzie3117]

What is Kraton? Could you please share some information about it?

[@eagrinstead1]

I don't know if this helps with pain. I see ppl addicted to opiates trying to kratom for to get off and manage withdraw. They are always talking about getting it at a smoke shop.

[@dexterne]

Have you tried spinal traction? Specifically an inversion table? I have a herniated L4-L5 (MRI just confirmed) the thing is that my symptoms started as leg pain just above the knee with no associated back pain (though I do have a history of recurring back pain with year+ symptom free periods). For 6 months it was just leg pain after sitting for a few hours and the only reliable way to get relief was to take a long walk. That would reset me but I would get symptoms again after sitting. Every damn day. Doc started treating for piriformis with steroids and in about three days it went to crippling pain in my back. Another injection, then bed rest for a week and it went to excruciating pain in my shin. Finally got the MRI and heavy meds, it was looking bleak. What works for me now is inversion table (5min at 45deg), then straight into a lumbar support belt. I can stand or sit for hours, but I do inversion 3-5x per day. In bed putting pillows under my knees is key to sleeping though the night. I'm still on hydrocodone and gabapentin but I'm able to work and sleep now. Trying to get a surgical consult, and back to physical therapy. Hopefully on my way back towards normalcy.

[@stacycoogan765]

Great info I’m having the same exact issue on my right side. We got a new bed that is extremely firm, and that’s when it started. I’m a side sleeper. Bed is going back. Thanks for the tips.

[@katrecemiller8325]

I am so happy to say this, I was diagnosed with Herpes simplex virus 1 & 2 seven years ago I lived in pain with the knowledge that I wasn’t going to ever be well again because my family Doctors and the dermatologist told me that there was no cure, but I needed to be normal and get my life back. I contacted so many herbal doctors I came across on this issue and wasted a large sum of money but my condition never got better I was determined to get my life back so one day I saw Mrs. Carol's post on youtube under a video titled "How to get rid of Herpes virus Fast". and how Dr.Aloha saved Her from HSV2 with his Natural Herbal medicine. I contacted Dr.Aloha through his email: [e-mail] we spoke on the issue I told him all that I went through and he told me not to worry that everything will be fine again and that he will help me. so he prepared the Herbal medicine and sent it to me through UPS courier delivery service with instructions on how to use it, I got the package just within 4 days as promised and after 14 days of usage I went to see my doctor for a test, Behold the results came out Negative to Herpes 1&2, I am so thankful to God for using Dr. Aloha to cure me of this stigmatized disease. I highly recommend this method to anybody suffering from Herpes or any other disease, you can also call/text: [phone],

[@adventure-007]

WOOOOW... Glad I've found this video... I'm in a position where I truly don't know what I have... watched a ton of videos, did a ton of stretching's and exercises but with no result. Thank you!

[@drcharliejohnson]

You are so welcome! Let me know if ya get stuck or need some help! Hang in there

[@bestekamali1416]

you made a nerd who wants to know every possible explanation very happy, thank you! What if someone's complaints are all of the above from the groin up plus psoas? can a herniated disc cause all that, including a swollen and vey tender hip bursitis?

[@drcharliejohnson]

Hey Beste - Glad I could teach you a few things. Yeah, absolutely. This funky symptom pattern can occur with a problem "up stream". You mentioned herniated disc...a disc and structures in the area can cause referred pain to all of these areas. Make sense? Dr. C

[@spindleblood]

Holy shit, as a Systems Engineer, I really appreciate the flowchart approach. 😂

[@drcharliejohnson]

Hey! Thanks a million for watching... glad you found it useful. Let me know if ya have any specific questions!

[@spindleblood]

@@drcharliejohnson one question after I downloaded the guide.... Why no mention of hip dysplasia? Also would it be heinous if I still got an MRI? I'm worried my SI is subluxated. I didn't see subluxation or dislocation on the flowchart either so is that when it's ok to get imaging?

[@spindleblood]

​@@drcharliejohnsonended up getting the MRI anyway 🤷‍♀️ 😅 confirmed what I was suspecting... Annular tear in L5-S1 but at least no herniation so I'm glad I got the MRI because it gave me peace of mind. ❤

[@mmansour5040]

Your content helps so much. Thank you

[@views8962]

This is how you show true mastery! Thanks Charlie for this very helpful document.

[@drcharliejohnson]

Welcome! thx for watching!

[@carolrobinson9642]

I have been to the chiropractor, took a somatic movement course, and watched DOZENS of videos trying to figure out my butt and leg pain. FINALLY....this video helped to explain it! Now I know NOT to do piriformis stretches but to do contractions instead. I feel like I’m on the road to recovery. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!!❤️❤️❤️

[@drcharliejohnson]

Awesome Carol! So glad I could help you 👊🏼 Let me know if you need anything else 👍 Dr C

[@sparkyjerred419]

What's the story on the stairs that lead to the ceiling in the background?

[@triciamorris1701]

Thank you! You are a wealth of knowledge and skilled in sharing it. I appreciate the time you took to walk us through the “mind flow”!

[@76Pou]

I have it all! RA at age five, scoliosis at age six. Turns out I was born with EDS with a score of 9/9. I am hyper mobile, especially on my left side, and tend to tear. I have developed dysautonomias such as POTS, and a ton of issues come along with that! It an absolute rabbit hole!! 🐇🕳️

[@drcharliejohnson]

Sorry to hear! no fun. What are you currently doing for treatment?

[@drcharliejohnson]

🔥Tired of dealing with a pain in the butt from back, hip, piriformis or sciatica problems? Let me help! 👉 Visit www.calldrc.com/​ to set up your free Painfree Planning Session. During your 30 minute Pain-free Planning Session with Dr. Charlie, we will: 1.) Walk you through a 5 Point Symptom Inspection 2.) Uncover your Back 2 Normal Blindspot 3.) Lay out your Roadmap 2 Relief, so that you can get back to normal naturally. Schedule your call today!

[@indranikeiki1392]

AMAZING, THANK YOU!! I have had knee pain for 4 years and I was always suspecting it was coming form my lower back, turns out I might have a herniated disc according to my physiotherapist. This is so true! Be careful with misdiagnosis from doctors who dont pay much attention to the spine etc

[@katherinep.4823]

Yet another awesome Dr. Charlie. The chart is incredible! Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I am so grateful for these videos!

[@drcharliejohnson]

glad you liked it and are finding it helpful!

[@drcharliejohnson]

Kat!! Thanks so much for watching and for your support (as always) 👊🏼. More to come! Stay tuned 👍

[@LEGENDofBEANY]

I really enjoyed this. Wish you were in my state you’d have a new client.

[@drcharliejohnson]

Hey! Thanks for watching. If you’d like to chat with me directly (virtually) feel free to visit www.calldrc.com and select a time to chat that works for you 👊🏼

[@LEGENDofBEANY]

@@drcharliejohnson 🙏

[@Emma-pl9gt]

Hi Charlie! I'm about 25 mins in to this video and have just done the figure of 4 test. After this, I have a burning pain in the glute of the bad side. I've been diagnosed with hip impingement (2 years ago) but also have symptoms of an SI joint issue. Hence, I'm so confused. I also have a knee issue (other side) 10 years post surgery but arthritic. I get the pinching on the bad side in my groin/inner thigh, when I bend or lean. And sometimes, randomly, I cannot weight bear on this side. It suddenly seizes up and it's excruciating. I also cannot walk around the house bare footed, as this pulls on it. I always need shoes on so that I feel aligned, and not asthough I'm leaning slightly backwards. Does this sound like hip impingement to you? Any thoughts??? I'd be eternally, forever gratefully 🙏

[@drcharliejohnson]

Hey Emma- sounds hip joint related to me. And chances are hip joint issue is causing referred pain/symptoms to the buttock/SI joint region.

[@Tonisuperfly]

Thank you for asking this question. This is exactly what my mother experiences. No idea what to do about it.

[@drcharliejohnson]

@@Tonisuperfly 👍 let me know if ya have other questions or your mother needs help 👊🏼

[@zamisingh2594]

Thank you so very much Dr Johnson This is very educational and informative 🙏

[@kateboo4013]

This was helpful, I have sciatica and maybe some hip bursitis. Thank you 😊

[@jkm6112]

Hi. I only have pain in my LEFT butt and hip. It hurts whether I sit, lie, stand, walk. Walking hurts the most. I don't seem to fit in Any of these categories. But, my right leg gets tingling and numbness.

[@jillhitchcock7936]

I have all your symptoms and was confused too! It was only after doing A LOT of hip and glute loosening exercises that my back started to 'clunk'. Not click, not grate, but CLUNK so bad that I got a x-ray which showed a chronic spinal stenosis at L4/L5. Shocking! It's so bad that the vertebrae have touched together on one side (hence the bone clunking) and the disc is bulging out the other side (hence the referred sciatic nerve pain). My point is that I felt NO pain in my lower back; I just have chronic piriformis syndrome type pain, and then an occasionalmonths

[@neumichel]

Thanks Charlie. I'm 53 yo and was diagnosed with a decent herniation at L4/L5. However I good range of motion that you describe with flexion and extension. I have no numbness or tingling. Yet I have constant SI/hip/buttock pain. I've been going to a PT who is trying to get me to mobilize my SI joint and hips. Since I still have the constant pelvic area pain (on SI, down the hip and into the buttock...bilaterally sometimes, sometimes not) and its been nine months, do you think its time to go back to the physiatrist (perhaps get a 3rd round of injections?)

[@PaddyAU]

Mate check into your SIJ ligaments- they could be the problem. They are lax and can’t hold the SIJ in place thus other muscles spasm to stabilise around the area. You need an ultra sound on the ligament. If ultra sound shows damage to the ligaments go and get prp injections to heal the ligaments

[@user-zd8os4wr7d]

Prolotherapy and PRP

[@neumichel]

@@user-zd8os4wr7d see my reply above....just move.

[@sandeewarzabluk9938]

You are brilliant! Sooooo happy that you are guiding my daughter.

[@drcharliejohnson]

Hey Sandee! thanks so much for watching! Glad I've been able to help her! She's awesome!

[@DavidDaverso]

This was a good study. It tells us a lot about you, and the musculoskeletal disorder prompting us to stay tuned for the hour

[@drcharliejohnson]

Hey David! Appreciate you watching man. Thanks for your feedback- hope it was helpful. What did you learn? Do you have any specific questions for me?

[@lambert8915]

So glad Post Malone became a PT, now hes Pre Injury Malone

[@drcharliejohnson]

HAHA!

[@POLYLIVING]

😂 y’all need to stop with all the great jokes here. Im trying to focus on this amazing information

[@gianlonewolf9234]

wahahaha

[@suzzyy8669]

My right butt hurts when I’m seating and my but bone like tailbone area hurts as well when I sit and when I lay down....

[@MB-ji7ex]

Thank you so much for this! This was helpful

[@michaelbrett171]

Thank you Charlie, it seems most people do have different symptoms, thank you for the effort in making this video , its helpful.

[@drcharliejohnson]

Welcome Michael! Thanks for watching. Appreciate it and glad it was helpful 👍. Let me know if ya have any questions.

[@theresemcclenahan2063]

I noticed the staircase to nowhere too. LOL

[@CroatCode]

My case is weird.. alternating upper buttock pain. Too much walking or even standing for a long period of time will cause very sharp electrical pain on my upper glutes (never goes down the leg) Sitting is always best for me. Any idea what it is? Doctors don’t think it’s a herniated disc, someone told me maybe AS.

[@tracydegroat6345]

Check into Deep Gluteal Syndrome or Gluteus Medius Tendinopathy (also called Dead Butt Syndrome I kid you not lol).

[@laurenliv148]

Same here did u figure it out?

[@mysweetangels6259]

Same here exactly and sometimes my toes hurts too I have labrum tear and inflammation back pain shoulder pain wrist pain .. still didn’t get a diagnosis I have upcoming appointments

[@abdrnasr]

Spinal stenosis pain increase with standing and is relieved if you sit

[@elishavarivka8923]

This saved me a lot of panic. I am pain free! Thank you!

[@drcharliejohnson]

You're welcome! thx for watching

[@liittleanntran640]

Thank you very much doctor. This is exactly what is happening to me. I have some tingling/numbness on my leg but don't know what exactly problem is. I got your document. I will review in detail to narrow down the issue before going to see a PT. Thanks for your time to generate an excellent/detailed document to point out all problem regarding leg/back pains. Good luck to you!!!

[@drcharliejohnson]

Hey! what did you learn?

[@vcash1112]

What about the QL muscle? Nobody ever brings it up and it's one of the major issues for back issues,,,

[@drcharliejohnson]

Hey! What about it? And what makes you say it’s one of the major issues for back pain?

[@vcash1112]

@@drcharliejohnsonBased on my experience it's a muscle that most of the time doesn't need to be strengthened and if it becomes tight or out of balance it can compress nerves in the lumbar region. It can mimic other issues. I just don't see enough PT's talking about it....🤷

[@amazinggrace5503]

I've seen and felt all these types of pain actually go away by becoming wheat free and going on a low carb diet with intermittent fasting.

[@lmeredeemed5043]

How did you learn about going wheat-free and low card diet with intermittent fasting?

[@yessievillanueva1766]

Omg this video has been so informative and helpful. I’ve been struggling with numbness, tingling, and reoccurring sharpness of pain every now and then. I’ve gone to almost every doctor from my primary to the rheumatologist, neurologist, chiropractor’s offices. Still don’t know what I have. This might help eliminate some things off the chart.

[@drcharliejohnson]

Awesome! thanks for watching!

[@ebrono26]

Thank you for taking the time to make this incredibly informative video.

[@drcharliejohnson]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching

[@drcharliejohnson]

Sure thing! 👊🏼

[@dar_sky]

This doctor is hot. I’m fascinated by the stairs that lead to nowhere. Great info provided!

[@drcharliejohnson]

Thanks for watching David! 😆😆

[@Ellejano]

Oh my god too funny my son and I noticed that as well....stairs to nowhere...