Rayce Houser & Joey Scambia: Management of Athletic Lower Back Pain

Rayce Houser & Joey Scambia: Management of Athletic Lower Back Pain

Author: Daniel Braun December 8, 2025 Duration: 48:21

In this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Rayce Houser & Joey Scambia to discuss considerations for athletic lower back pain. Joey is a board-certified sports clinical specialist and currently works for Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, treating student-athletes at IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida.He obtained his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Rhode Island in 2021, where he had the fortunate opportunities to learn from renowned ACL experts Mike Reinold, Lenny Macrina, and Zach Baker.He completed a Sports Residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Maryland in 2022 where he was able to receive extensive education regarding ACL rehabilitation. Joey played Division 1 baseball at Northeastern University where a significant back injury sparked his passion for returning athletes back to their sport.Rayce is a board-certified orthopedic clinical specialist and currently works at ROKKE in Portland, Oregon. He graduated from Pacific University with his Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2021 and then completed an orthopedic residency with the University of Maryland in 2022.Rayce served as the strength and conditioning coach for Pacific University's baseball and softball team, Eastern Oregon University's baseball team, and Southwestern Oregon Community College's baseball team over a 6 year span.​Rayce competed in 4 collegiate sports (football, baseball, golf, and swim) where a significant back injury ignited his interest for sports rehabilitation.For more on Joey, Rayce & Rehab Renaissance be sure to check out https://www.rehab-renaissance.com/ & rehabrenaissance on instagram.
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Daniel Braun wears a lot of hats-physical therapy student, certified trainer, entrepreneur, and dedicated biohacker-and he brings that full spectrum of experience to every conversation on the Brawn Body Health and Fitness Podcast. Instead of quick fixes or fads, this podcast digs into the practical, often nuanced, realities of building a sustainable and resilient life. You’ll hear from a diverse mix of experts, from physical therapists and strength coaches to innovators in wellness, all through Dan’s grounded perspective as someone actively working in the field. Episodes might explore the mechanics of a specific exercise, break down the science behind a popular biohack, or discuss the mental frameworks needed for long-term health entrepreneurship. It’s a space where academic knowledge meets real-world application, whether you're a fitness professional looking to deepen your practice or someone simply curious about optimizing your own well-being. Tune in weekly for thoughtful discussions that go beyond the surface, always aiming to translate complex ideas into actionable takeaways you can use immediately.
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