Before the Scalpel
Dr. Jim Powell and Dr. Walter Null
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Brought to you by Powell Chiropractic Clinic, this 12-part series is for anyone who’s been told surgery is their only option—but isn’t ready to give up. We break down the science, share real success stories, and walk you through a non-surgical path to relief from disc pain. It’s honest, hopeful, and built for people who’ve “tried everything.”
Because your spine deserves more than quick fixes—and your life is worth reclaiming.
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S1E12 Ep 12 Season1 Finale- What We Want the World to Know
In this Season 1 finale of Before the Scalpel, the doctors share one of the stories that reminds us why this work matters.Cindy came to Powell Chiropractic after trying everything. When nothing…
S1E11 Ep. 11 From the Other Side of The Table
In this powerful and personal episode of Before the Scalpel, Dr. Jim Powell and Dr. Walter Null step out from behind the adjusting table and into the patient’s chair.Chiropractors may spend their…
S1E10 Ep. 10 Decades of Trust
Can you still receive chiropractic care if you’ve had back surgery or a spinal fusion? It’s one of the most common—and important—questions patients ask after surgery.In Episode 10, the doctors break…
S1E9 Ep. 9 Your Brain on Pain
Pain isn’t just happening in your body—it’s happening in your brain.In this episode, the doctors unpack the powerful role your brain plays in both experiencing pain and guiding true healing. Your…
S1E8 Ep. 8 Back in the Game
In this episode of Before the Scalpel, Dr. Jim Powell and Dr. Walter “Chip” Null talk about what comes after relief — when patients are finally out of pain and ready to step back into life stronger…
S1E7 Ep. 7 When Patients Refer Others
In this episode of Before the Scalpel, Dr. Jim Powell and Dr. Walter “Chip” Null dive into the powerful ripple effect that happens when patients experience life-changing relief—and then share that…
Ep. 6 Test, Don't Guess
Getting to the root of spinal problems isn’t about assumptions—it’s about precision. In this episode, Dr. Jim Powell and Dr. Walter Null explain why their clinic’s approach begins with a thorough…
Ep. 5 Not Just Another Adjustment: Why This Program is Different
At Powell Chiropractic, no two patients are treated the same—and that’s exactly what sets their approach apart. In this episode, Dr. Jim Powell and Dr. Walter Null dive into how their team…
Ep. 4 The Pain No One Could See
Pain isn’t always visible—but that doesn’t make it any less real. In this episode, Dr. Jim Powell and Dr. Walter Null unpack how hidden pain impacts daily life, relationships, and emotional…
S1E3 Ep. 3 Doctor Said I Needed Surgery... But Something Didn’t Sit Right
When patients hear the words “you need surgery,” it can feel like the only option left. But what if there was another path? In this episode, Dr. Jim Powell and Dr. Walter “Chip” Null share powerful…
Ep. 2 What’s a Bulging Disc—And Why Does It Hurt So Damn Much?
In this episode of Before the Scalpel, Dr. Jim Powell and Dr. Walter Null break down what a bulging disc really is, why it causes so much pain, and how nerve pressure and inflammation can take over…
S1E1 Ep. 1 Why We Built DISC-COVERY
In this very first episode of Before the Scalpel, Dr. Jim Powell and Dr. Walter Null introduce the DISC-COVERY™ program—an advanced, non-surgical approach to relieving back pain and avoiding surgery.…
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Before the Scalpel has published 12 episodes since August 2025, covering topics in Alternative Health, Health & Fitness.
Before the Scalpel is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 14m.
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