BIObrace

Who I am

About BIObrace

My approach with BIObrace is geared for individuals who have tried every kind of therapy imaginable over the years, yet their low back pain persists.

I know the path forward because this is the exact process I've experienced since I suffered a severe herniation at the age of 15.

Full credit where it is due, the work of renowned Dr. Stuart McGill showed me the way — pain-free for 4 years now — and I have the pleasure of applying his principles of spine recovery to anyone seeking my assistance.

Whether you experience frequent or infrequent bouts of debilitating pain from a disc bulge, herniation, or facet irritation, BIObrace is tailored to first reduce and eliminate your pain, and then get you moving again.

Aaron

BScKin (2006)
RMT (2008–2025)
Body by Science (2012)
HITuni: Personal Trainer (2014)
The Back Mechanic (2022)
McGill Method 1: Foundation for a Pain-Free Back (2025)

Client Intake — complete your spine health profile and I'll review your submission

Health History

Personal info & medical / spine-related questionnaire. Your information is kept private and sent directly to me.

Email address *

Today's date *

Full name & date of birth *

Typical bedtime / wake time & sleep quality (1–10) — please explain your sleep quality *

Exercise days per week & type of exercise *

Medical Background

Have you ever been diagnosed with any medical conditions? *

Include any clarifying remarks on any past medical diagnosis.

Back & Spine History

Has your back pain ever been diagnosed or treated by a health care professional? (physiotherapist, chiropractor, or other orthopedic specialist)

If so, what was their assessment or diagnosis? *

Overall, how severe is your pain on a scale of 1–10? Please explain with as much detail as you'd like. *

Are you open to having your issue resolved remotely — receiving clear instructions by email and implementing recommendations yourself?

Is it currently too painful to walk up and down your driveway? *

Does the pain ever change in intensity? *

If possible, can you elaborate on how the intensity changes?

When you roll over in bed, do you encounter painful catches — a sharp burst of pain in the low back (like an electric shock) that comes out of nowhere? *

What makes your pain worse? *

Do you have a history of conditions such as osteoporosis? *

Have you had any prior spine surgery? *

Have you ever been diagnosed with a spine fracture? *

If yes, approximately what year did the fracture occur?

Is the pain at its worst first thing in the morning? *

If so, approximately how many mornings per week are you in pain?

How long does a typical flare-up last? Do you experience varying degrees of pain at certain times of day, every day, for weeks or months? *

Is the pain more concentrated in your lower middle back? *

If not in the lower middle back, where is it most concentrated?

Was the initial cause of pain traumatic? (car accident, severe fall, high-impact sports injury) *

If it was traumatic, what was the cause?

If traumatic, approximately when did it occur? *

Does your back pain also radiate into your buttocks, legs & feet? *

If you'd like, elaborate on the radiating pain — frequency, intensity, duration, time of day.

Does the pain increase throughout the day? *

Does the pain increase with fast walking, decrease, or are you not sure? *

Movement Screening — Provocative Tests

These questions help me identify your specific pain triggers and movement intolerances. Answer as accurately as you can — there are no wrong answers.

Does bending forward (e.g., tying shoes, picking something off the floor) provoke or increase your pain? *

Does arching backward (e.g., looking up at a high shelf, standing for a long time) provoke or increase your pain? *

Does twisting your torso (e.g., checking a blind spot while driving, reaching behind you) provoke your pain? *

If twisting provokes pain in one direction, which direction?

Can you go from sitting to standing without pain or bracing? *

If you rise up on your toes and drop onto your heels, does the impact provoke back pain? *

Does coughing or sneezing provoke a spike of back pain? *

When coughing or sneezing, do you experience any neurological symptoms such as numbness, tingling, or weakness in your legs? *

Does carrying heavy objects (groceries, a child, a backpack) increase your pain? *

Do stairs provoke your back pain? If so, going up, going down, or both? *

Can you get down to the floor and back up again without significant pain? *

Is there anything else that consistently provokes or relieves your pain that wasn't covered above?

✓ Your health history has been submitted. Aaron will be in touch soon!

* Highly complex cases may be referred to a McGill approved specialist.

The App

Regime Change

— Precision • Effort • Recovery —

A comprehensive web app for people of all ages who want to improve or maintain their athleticism. Featuring 13 strength & fitness assessments, 18 pre-built strength training routines, video demos for many common exercises, as well as the core stiffness and hip essentials routine I personally use to stay athletic. Includes the Recovery Blog focused on diet and physiology, plus lifetime access to the AMA chat. Optimized for tablets — runs right in your browser, no downloading required.

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