The Movement Driven Podcast: Episode 6
Greg Goldberger • October 15, 2025
The Truth About Back Pain: Myths, Movement, and Modern PT
Most people experience back pain at some point — but few truly understand what’s causing it or how to fix it for good.
In this episode of The Movement Driven Podcast, Dr. Greg Goldberg tackles the myths and misconceptions surrounding back pain — from the outdated idea that “rest is best” to the belief that surgery or imaging are the only solutions. He breaks down what’s really happening when your back “goes out,” and why movement (done right) is almost always the answer.
You’ll learn how strengthening, mobility work, and the right physical therapy approach can not only relieve pain but also prevent it from coming back.
If you’ve been told to “just live with it,” this episode is your reminder that pain is not a life sentence — and recovery starts with the right plan and the right movement.
Coach Mo Gesualdi and Dr. Greg break down what junior golfers really need to perform — movement, PT, and a team approach that goes way beyond the lesson tee.
Is your child's sports injury not healing? Learn why young athletes in Jacksonville and St. Johns need specialized pediatric sports PT.
If your swing isn't improving, your body might be the reason. Dr. Greg Goldberger breaks down the mobility fixes every golfer needs this season.
Struggling with chronic pain or muscle tightness? Discover how dry needling in Jacksonville and St. Johns gets to the root cause — not just the symptoms.
Most people think rehab is just exercises. Dr. Greg explains why nutrition is the missing link in orthopedic recovery.
Golf season, pickleball leagues, and spring baseball are ramping up in St. Johns County. Dr. Greg shares the 3 most common spring injury mistakes.
Most people get injured in spring not because they did one wrong thing — but because they did too much too soon. Dr. Greg explains how to ramp up activity safely.
Dr. Greg explains why active adults in St. Johns County are choosing out-of-pocket performance PT.
Dr. Greg breaks down why mobility alone won't increase your club head speed — and the right way to build rotational power without hurting your lower back.
Treating active women in St. Johns County — from the pickleball player dismissed as 'arthritic' to the runner who finished a half marathon post-hip replacement.