472: Overcoming Sciatica, Back Pain & Glute Pain: How to Protect Your Posture | Ashley Williams

If you have sciatica or back pain, and you're sitting all day for work, it's vital to make sure your office chair is supporting your posture as much as humanly possible. In this episode, Dr Motley sits down with Ashley Williams, a Doctor of Physical Therapy, to discuss how she's challenging the notion that sitting is the new smoking. Learn how supporting your posture supports everything else. TOPICS DISCUSSED:  Muscle imbalance Compression issues  How your posture affects your chi and health Office chairs -  how can we  best support our bodies when we have to sit all day? Is lumbar support enough? ------  Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow Dr. Motley! Instagram Facebook Tik-Tok Website For More on Anthros Chair https://www.instagram.com/anthroschair/ https://www.anthros.com/ ------  * Enjoy mineral replenishment in a shot glass. Head to beamminerals.com/DRMOTLEY and use code DRMOTLEY for 20% off! *Join Doctor Motley’s newsletter for TCM insights and regular podcast updates: https://www.doctormotley.com/ * Do you have a ton more in-depth questions for Doctor Motley? Are you a health coach looking for more valuable resources and wisdom? Join his membership for courses full of his expertise and clinical wisdom on every-day health concerns, plus bring all your questions to his weekly lives! Join here for FREE for 15 days: https://www.doctormotley.com/15

What happens when your labs look normal, but you still don’t feel well? In this episode, Dr. Motley speaks with Dr. Efrat LaMandre about why so many people feel unheard in healthcare. They explore medical gaslighting, the importance of building a supportive care team, and how stress, emotions, and the nervous system play a central role in chronic illness. ------  Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow Dr. Motley! Instagram Facebook Tik-Tok Website Follow Dr. E! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drefratlamandre Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drefratlamandre TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drefratlamandre YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrEfratLaMandre Dr. E’s podcast is Medical Disruptor at medicaldisruptor.com. ------  * Enjoy mineral replenishment in a shot glass. Head to beamminerals.com/DRMOTLEY and use code DRMOTLEY for 20% off! *Join Doctor Motley’s newsletter for TCM insights and regular podcast updates: https://www.doctormotley.com/ * Do you have a ton more in-depth questions for Doctor Motley? Are you a health coach looking for more valuable resources and wisdom? Join his membership for courses full of his expertise and clinical wisdom on every-day health concerns, plus bring all your questions to his weekly lives! Join here for FREE for 15 days: https://www.doctormotley.com/15

In this episode, Dr. Motley dives deeper into your questions on learning about and treating mold toxicity. He shares patient stories to illustrate the sneaky nature of mold-related health issues and the importance of thorough testing and treatment. TOPICS DISCUSSED:  How can your diet be affected by mold toxicity?  How can it affect alpha gal and what can be done about that?  What does mold have to do with your genetics?  What are some herbal treatments to deal with mold toxicity in your kidneys?  Tools mentioned in this episode: Start with homeopathics - https://dbscript.com/product/moldssr/ Soliman Auricular Ear Treatment - https://alternativemedicinecenter.info/soliman-auricular-allergy-treatment-saat/ Testing for mold toxins: Mycotoxin testing, OATS (Organic Acid Test) - https://mosaicdx.com/ Immunolytics - https://immunolytics.com/ Herbs that specifically help with mold toxicity Morinda Supreme: https://shorturl.at/AmP3p Smilax Supreme: https://shorturl.at/yTH9J Scutellaria Supreme: https://shorturl.at/Eio7a ------  Follow Doctor Motley Instagram TikTok Facebook Website ------  *If you’re a health coach looking to advise parents and families, or even if you’re a hardcore health nerd who wants to dive deeper and take advantage of ALL Doctor Motley’s clinical experience, he has a membership to help you get the most out of your health and help the people you love. If you’d like to poke around for free for 15 days, check out https://www.doctormotley.com/15 *Build Strength Without the Strain. Suji is a wearable smart device that helps you rebuild strength, relieve pain, and recover faster - without the joint stress. Visit trysuji.com and use code DRMOTLEY for your exclusive discount.

What if you didn’t dread going to the dentist? Dr. Kelly Blodgett is a biological dentist on a mission to remove the fear from dentistry. He uses this approach when discussing whether or not to remove a tooth, and other topics like: What exactly is a cavitation and can it affect your health?  How dental health affects your whole body How your oral health affects your emotional life Lab tests Dr. Blodgett orders Want more of the Ancient Health Podcast? Check out Doctor Motley’s YouTube channel! ------  Follow Doctor Motley  Instagram TikTok Facebook Website Reach out to Dr. Blodgett! https://www.blodgettdentalcare.com/ https://www.instagram.com/blodgettdentalcare/ Buy His Book: https://shorturl.at/GzJ9W ------  * JANUARY 2026 ONLY: Grab 35% off your one month subscription of Mitopure Gummies at https://www.timeline.com/promotions/motley35, while this offer lasts!  * Do you have a ton more in-depth questions for Doctor Motley? Are you a health coach looking for more valuable resources and wisdom? Join his membership for modules full of his expertise and clinical wisdom on so many health issues, plus bring all your questions to his weekly lives! Explore it free for 15 days at https://www.doctormotley.com/15 * Want balanced, natural minerals in one shot glass? These plant-based, bioavailable minerals work at the cellular level to support natural detoxification, helping you feel light, clear-headed, and full of energy. Head to www.beamminerals.com/DRMOTLEY and enter code DRMOTLEY for 20% off your mineral replenishment order.

We’re re-airing this episode, as we know many people struggle with the winter blues and feeling off this time of year! Do you get the blues when the weather turns cool? In this episode, Dr. Motley tackles seasonal depression from a TCM perspective. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the heart is connected to the kidneys and bladder, so if you feel that you’re not your best self in the colder months, pay attention to signs of bladder issues.  Show Notes: ⬇️ For UTI testing: https://microgendx.com/ For kidney issues: Uva Ursi https://shorturl.at/vqxmG Your Seasonal Depression Recommendations: Sunshine Infrared Sauna Mineral Support (check out BEAM Minerals. You can get 20% off with code DRMOTLEY - https://shorturl.at/W8MO5⁠) Multivitamins: Thorne Research https://www.thorne.com/products. EFT - https://www.thetappingsolution.com/eft-tapping/ Neuroemotional Technique - https://www.netmindbody.com/ 00:00 - 01:14 - Intro 01:15 - 01:37 - History/Origins of Seasonal Depression/Winter Blues 01:38 - 02:30 - facts on SAD 02:31 - 04:07 - Winter months in Chinese Medicine 04:08 - 04:48 - Kidneys/Bladder/Fear Connection 04:50 - 10:42 - Patient Story 10:45 - 12:38 - UTI/Bladder Infections + Lab Testing 12:43 - 13:20 - Undereye Bags and the Kidneys 18:10 - 19:00 - Herbs for Cleaning out the Kidneys 25:00 - 27:00 - Relationship between Seasonal Depression and UTIs 27:01 - 29:00 - Recommendations for Seasonal Depression 29:01 - 31:44 - Addressing fears ------  Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe! Follow Dr. Motley! Instagram Facebook Tik-Tok Website ------  *Liposomal supplementation has been proven deeply effective and LivOn Labs got there first. Get 10% off LivOn Labs entire store of liposomal supplements with code MOTLEY at https://www.livonlabs.com/ *Join Doctor Motley’s newsletter for TCM insights and regular podcast updates: https://www.doctormotley.com/ *Do you have a ton more in-depth questions for Doctor Motley? Are you a health coach looking for more valuable resources and wisdom? Join his membership for courses full of his expertise and clinical wisdom on every-day health concerns, plus bring all your questions to his weekly lives! Join here: doctormotley.com/15

What kinds of protein shakes can you use if whey makes you bloat? Integrative Health Coach and health entrepreneur Jamie Maitland is here to break down the best protein shakes for you, how to source truly “clean” products, little health secrets like pairing your collagen with Vitamin C and, most importantly, how your mindset is the most important ingredient in creating your unique health routine. In this thoughtful conversation about health, wellness and nutrition, Jaimie reminds us that the most powerful supercomputer on earth can be found between our ears. ------  Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow Dr. Motley! Instagram Facebook Tik-Tok Website Follow Jaimie Maitland https://www.instagram.com/jamiemaitland/ @theofficehealth theofficehealth.com ------  * Liposomal supplementation has been proven deeply effective and LivOn Labs got there first. Get 10% off LivOn Labs entire store of liposomal supplements with code MOTLEY at https://www.livonlabs.com/ *Join Doctor Motley’s newsletter for TCM insights and regular podcast updates: https://www.doctormotley.com/ * Do you have a ton more in-depth questions for Doctor Motley? Are you a health coach looking for more valuable resources and wisdom? Join his membership for courses full of his expertise and clinical wisdom on every-day health concerns, plus bring all your questions to his weekly lives! Join here for FREE for 15 days: https://www.doctormotley.com/15

Did you know SIBO can show up in the skin and as symptoms you would never have guessed like TMJ? Today, Dr. Motley is addressing everything people have asked him about SIBO, diving into meridian points and the emotions linked to the small intestines in Chinese Medicine.  Learn about herbal, homeopathic and acupressure treatments for this condition. Doctor Motley’s Recommendations: Herbs that help with SIBO: Morinda Supreme: https://shorturl.at/YEUvl Smilax Supreme: https://shorturl.at/MUkny Melia Supreme (for strong cases!): https://shorturl.at/4qY4U Look for a muscle-testing practitioner through DesBio: https://dbscript.com/patient-with-no-code/ Stay off cow dairy wheat, grains and cornstarch Treatments for children: Homeopathics: DesBio Herbal tinctures: Hawaii Pharm Tests: GI Mapping: Genova Diagnostics OATS Test: Mosaic Labs Mentioned in this podcast:  DesBio’s SSR Candida Kit Biolight.shop’s Red-Light Mouth Piece ------  Follow Doctor Motley Instagram TikTok Facebook Website ------  *If you’re a health coach looking to advise parents and families, or even if you’re a hardcore health nerd who wants to dive deeper and take advantage of ALL Doctor Motley’s clinical experience, he has a membership to help you get the most out of your health and help the people you love. If you’d like to poke around for free for 15 days, check out https://www.doctormotley.com/15 *Liposomal supplementation has been proven deeply effective and LivOn Labs got there first. Get 10% off LivOn Labs entire store of liposomal supplements with code MOTLEY at https://www.livonlabs.com/ *Build Strength Without the Strain. Suji is a smart, wearable device that helps you rebuild strength, relieve pain, and recover faster - without the joint stress. Visit trysuji.com and use code DRMOTLEY for your exclusive discount.

What can you learn about your period by tapping into TCM principles? We’re re-airing this past interview with Dr. Chloe Weber, master herbalist and TCM practitioner, to dive into what it means when you’ve skipped a period, decode PMS symptoms from a TCM lens, and figure out why the liver and spleen are critical when it comes to menstrual cycles.  ------  Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow Dr. Motley! Instagram Facebook Tik-Tok Website Follow Dr. Chloe Weber! https://radicalrootsherbs.com/ https://radicalremedy.org/podcast/ https://www.noxiherbs.com/ ------  * Enjoy mineral replenishment in a shot glass. Head to beamminerals.com/DRMOTLEY and use code DRMOTLEY for 20% off! *Join Doctor Motley’s newsletter for TCM insights and regular podcast updates: https://www.doctormotley.com/ * Do you have a ton more in-depth questions for Doctor Motley? Are you a health coach looking for more valuable resources and wisdom? Join his membership for courses full of his expertise and clinical wisdom on every-day health concerns, plus bring all your questions to his weekly lives! Join here for FREE for 15 days: https://www.doctormotley.com/15

Your oral health affects the rest of your body in ways you may not even realize. Dr. Toni Engram, a biological dentist, sat down with Dr. Motley to explore these systemic connections, plus the perils of mouthbreathing, what you need to know about gum disease and the pros and cons of root canals.  ------  Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow Dr. Motley! Instagram Facebook Tik-Tok Website Follow Dr. Toni Engram www.flourish.dental.com @doctortoniengram ------  * JANUARY 2026 ONLY: Grab 35% off your one month subscription of Mitopure Gummies at TIMELINE.COM/MOTLEY35, while this offer lasts!  *Join Doctor Motley’s newsletter for TCM insights and regular podcast updates: https://www.doctormotley.com/ * Do you have a ton more in-depth questions for Doctor Motley? Are you a health coach looking for more valuable resources and wisdom? Join his membership for courses full of his expertise and clinical wisdom on every-day health concerns, plus bring all your questions to his weekly lives! Join here for FREE for 15 days: https://www.doctormotley.com/15

2026 is the year to change your life by identifying - and manifesting energy in - the direction you truly want to go in. Earlier this year, Dr. Chris Motley sat down with Dr. Fab Mancini, a Doctor of Chiropractic, mentor to CEO’s and global health and success expert. Learn about:  What science tells us about the field of energy you create around you Little steps you can take to focus on what you want: visualize, manifest, reprogram your thoughts The power of focusing on the good: in you, in your life, in your relationships.  ------  Want more of The Ancient Health Podcast? Subscribe to the YouTube channel. Follow Dr. Motley! Instagram Facebook Tik-Tok Website Follow Dr. Fab Mansini drfabmansini.com @drfabmancini ------  * Enjoy mineral replenishment in a shot glass. Head to beamminerals.com/DRMOTLEY and use code DRMOTLEY for 20% off! *Join Doctor Motley’s newsletter for TCM insights and regular podcast updates: https://www.doctormotley.com/ * Do you have a ton more in-depth questions for Doctor Motley? Are you a health coach looking for more valuable resources and wisdom? Join his membership for courses full of his expertise and clinical wisdom on every-day health concerns, plus bring all your questions to his weekly lives! Join here for FREE for 15 days: https://www.doctormotley.com/15