Your BackUnbroken Questions
Straight answers about how BackUnbroken works, who it's for, and what to expect.
About BackUnbroken
What is BackUnbroken?
BackUnbroken is an online program for chronic lower back pain that works on both sides of recovery: calming an overprotective nervous system and rebuilding strength and confidence through movement. It runs in three phases, Reframe, Rewire, and Restore, with 15-minute daily lessons you do from home. It was created by Dr. Nate Feehrer, PT, DPT, and has helped 3,000+ people since 2022. You can try it free for 5 days.
Who created BackUnbroken?
BackUnbroken was created by Dr. Nate Feehrer, PT, DPT. Nate holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) and a B.S. in Neuroscience. After his own 4-year struggle with back pain from an L4-L5 disc herniation, he combined his neuroscience studies and hands-on PT experience into the program he wished he had. Today, BackUnbroken has helped 3,000+ people break the pain cycle.
Is this legit?
We're legit!
I get it... there are tons of back pain programs and fixes out there.
I won't claim that "my program is the only thing that works," but I am very proud of what I've built and the results that this program gets.
We've been in business since 2022 and have helped thousands of people overcome back pain.
It's hard to know who to trust these days, and I don't take that lightly. It's part of the reason that I feel strongly about including a free trial. It's just enough commitment from you to give it a fair shot, but it's up to me to prove that it's worth your time. I hope you'll consider joining us!
- Nate
Is BackUnbroken physical therapy?
No. BackUnbroken is an online educational program you complete from home, not physical therapy in a clinical setting. Dr. Nate Feehrer is a licensed physical therapist in Massachusetts, but the program is separate from his clinical practice and isn't a substitute for medical advice. In most cases you can combine it with other workouts or physical therapy. Talk to your provider before any treatment decision.
How the approach works
What is a mind-body approach to back pain?
A mind-body approach treats chronic back pain as something your body and nervous system produce together, not just a tissue problem. Pain is an output of the brain, shaped by your body, past experiences, stress, sleep, and how dangerous a movement feels. BackUnbroken uses pain neuroscience education, breathwork and relaxation, and graded movement to teach your nervous system that movement is safe again, while rebuilding strength. Your pain is 100% real. It's not in your head.
Can chronic back pain come from the nervous system?
Yes, often. After months or years, the nervous system can become sensitized and keep sounding the pain alarm even after tissue has healed. Researchers call this central sensitization, and pain driven mainly by it is called nociplastic pain. Signs include pain that outlasts normal healing times, pain that changes with stress, sleep, or mood, and constantly bracing against movement. BackUnbroken is built to calm that overprotective response.
I've tried everything. How is this different?
I get it. I felt like that for the longest time. I tried every stretch, exercise, adjustment, and gadget under the sun.
But for the longest time, I hadn't addressed the nervous system side of chronic pain. My guess is, you probably haven't either. For most people, this is the exact piece that's needed to truly break free from pain for good.
We need to take a whole body / whole life approach to your pain, and that's what BackUnbroken does.
How is BackUnbroken different from physical therapy or chiropractic care?
Physical therapy, chiropractic care, and massage mostly work on the physical side, and they can bring real but temporary relief. BackUnbroken works on both sides: it retrains how your nervous system reads movement and sensation, then progressively rebuilds strength and mobility. That's why many people who plateaued with PT or adjustments finally make progress. You can keep doing other care you find helpful, as long as you don't overload yourself.
How is BackUnbroken different from Dr. Sarno, TMS, or pain reprocessing therapy?
BackUnbroken is built on similar science, but it's our own approach. Many of those methods focus on explaining how the mind and emotions affect pain in the body. BackUnbroken goes a step further, with actionable techniques you practice every day. The goal isn't just to understand why your pain is there, but to actually retrain your nervous system and get out of pain.
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Start Your 5-Day Free TrialIs BackUnbroken right for me?
I'm unsure. How do I know this program is right for me?
Feeling nervous is completely normal, especially if you've been dealing with pain for a long time.
We start with simple neuroscience-based education and guided video lessons to help you understand your pain and build confidence before any movement begins.
When you're ready, we will gently introduce physical movements where every step is under your control. You set the pace, and nothing progresses until you feel comfortable and confident.
This program focuses on the key, yet often overlooked factors that truly drive long-term back pain and recovery.
We also recommend taking our Free Assessment to see if your condition is a good fit for this program.
Is BackUnbroken still a good fit if I've had a physical injury or I have a disc issue?
A lot of chronic back pain starts with an initial injury. In many cases, that tissue injury calms down or heals, but your nervous system can stay stuck in a protective pattern: guarding, sensitivity, "danger" signals with normal movement, and a cycle of flare-ups that keep coming back.
That's exactly the gap BackUnbroken is built to address. We help you calm the overprotective pain response, rebuild trust in movement, and progressively restore strength and tolerance, even if your imaging shows disc involvement.
My MRI shows a herniated disc, bulging disc, or degeneration. Can BackUnbroken still help?
Yes. Disc findings are very common in people with no back pain at all, so your MRI is rarely the full picture. A large review found disc bulges in 30% of pain-free 20-year-olds and 60% of pain-free 50-year-olds. Dr. Nate Feehrer created BackUnbroken after recovering from his own L4-L5 disc herniation, and we've worked with countless members carrying this exact diagnosis.
Does BackUnbroken help with sciatica?
Yes. Sciatica, meaning pain, tingling, or numbness radiating down the leg, is one of the conditions BackUnbroken sees and resolves most often. Most members notice their flare-ups becoming shorter and less frequent within the first few weeks. If you have new numbness, weakness, or trouble controlling your bladder, get checked by a doctor right away first.
What back conditions does BackUnbroken help with?
BackUnbroken was built for chronic back pain in all its forms. Chronic lower back pain is what we treat most, and members also come to us with sciatica, spinal stenosis, SI joint pain, poor posture or anterior pelvic tilt, and herniated or bulging discs. Not sure about your situation? Take the Free Assessment, which takes less than 2 minutes.
Does BackUnbroken work for upper back, neck, or shoulder pain?
Yes. BackUnbroken was built for all types of chronic back pain. The nervous system plays a role in many types of chronic pain, not just the lower back. It's very common for our members to have upper back, neck, or shoulder pain too, and the same techniques that calm an overprotective nervous system work for those areas as well.
Is it safe to do BackUnbroken if I'm in a lot of pain?
Yes, BackUnbroken is designed to meet you where you are. You start with education before any movement, and every step is under your control. If a movement feels too hard, you reduce reps, shorten the range, or go back to an easier routine. Before assuming your pain is nervous system related, get checked by a doctor to rule out anything serious, like numbness, bladder problems, or pain after a major trauma.
How long does it take to see results with BackUnbroken?
Most people notice small improvements within the first few weeks. Everyone progresses at a different pace, and consistency matters more than speed, since your nervous system learned its pain patterns over time and needs time to unlearn them. Some sessions will feel better than others. What matters is the trend over time.
Time, pricing, trial, and support
What is the time commitment?
The program can be done in as little as 15 minutes per day! It's designed to fit flexibly into your life. We highly recommend doing it first thing in the morning. Studies have proven that this is the easiest way to add something to your routine and have it stick.
What equipment do I need?
There's no required equipment for this program.
What's included in a BackUnbroken membership?
A BackUnbroken membership includes guided 15-minute daily lessons you do from home, a step-by-step roadmap through the Reframe, Rewire, and Restore phases, direct support from Dr. Nate and the coaching team, access to the BackUnbroken Community, and weekly Q&A calls with Dr. Nate Feehrer, DPT. No equipment is required, and you can do it on your phone or computer.
How does pricing work?
BackUnbroken starts with a 5-day free trial.
You can cancel anytime during the trial, and you won't be charged.
We're here to help, not hold you hostage.
If you choose to stay on after the trial, your subscription will renew at $99 per month (USD). No contracts, no commitments.
Additionally, we offer a money-back guarantee. If you aren't satisfied after completing the free trial and one full month of the program, you can contact us at [email protected].
How do I cancel my BackUnbroken membership?
You can cancel anytime, in whichever way is easiest for you. Use the Manage Account button on our website, cancel right in the BackUnbroken app, or email us at [email protected] and we'll take care of it. No hoops to jump through.
Is there any guarantee?
While no program can promise a guaranteed outcome with pain, we can promise this: if you don't find the experience life-changing, we'll give you your money back. No hassle, no hard feelings.
We stand firmly behind the quality and impact of this program, which is why we offer a full 30-day money-back guarantee.
Over the past 4 years, less than 1% of participants have ever requested a refund, which we believe is a testament to the results people experience with BackUnbroken.
Can I do BackUnbroken on my phone?
Yes. The BackUnbroken app is available on both the App Store and Google Play, so you can do your 15-minute daily lessons right on your phone. You can also log in on a computer at www.backunbroken.com. Everything is done from home, and no equipment is required.
Is there any support?
Absolutely. Support comes directly from Nate and the other BackUnbroken coaches. We're real people who care and have gone through this, not bots or AI.
You'll also have access to our BackUnbroken Community so you can ask questions, connect with others on the same journey, and request guidance anytime you need help or a boost.
We take support seriously, and we're here for you every step of the way.
Created by a Doctor of Physical Therapy
Dr. Nate Feehrer, PT, DPT, holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) and a B.S. in Neuroscience. After his own 4-year struggle with back pain from an L4-L5 disc herniation, he built BackUnbroken to combine neuroscience and physical therapy into one step-by-step program. Today it has helped 3,000+ people break the pain cycle.
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