The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson
The Back Doctors podcast is weekly conversations with doctors from around the world sharing patient stories as they inform, educate, and offer hope for the millions of people who have back pain.
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252 Dr. Cameron McConville - Stenosis
05/22/2023
252 Dr. Cameron McConville - Stenosis
Dr. Cameron McConville shares a story of a retired 70 year-old mechanic with spinal stenosis who improves with Cox Technic flexion/distraction decompression therapy. DR CAMERON MCCONVILLE Cameron has extensive experience in the chiropractic field having graduated from the RMIT Bachelor course in 1993. Through ongoing professional education and training Cameron has expanded his expertise and knowledge in the management of complex spinal disorders. Advances in spinal treatments led Cameron to the USA where he has undertaken further studies in the theory and application of spinal decompression/distraction therapy (). Cameron is pleased to be one of just a handful of in Australia. Certified Cox practitioners are regarded for their evidence-based approach to the management of spinal disorders. Cameron has special interest in the management of 'sciatica', chronic low back, neck pain and headaches. Cameron also has a strong interest in promoting his profession through research. In 2019 he joined the Board of the Chiropractic Australia Research Foundation (CARF), and in 2023 published his first research paper in the Canadian Journal of Chiropractic, drawing attention to the little known spinal condition known as spinal gout. Understanding the importance of a holistic approach to back pain management Cameron has spent the past 20 years in Warragul developing strong relationships with local medical practitioners, physiotherapists and massage therapists ensuring clients achieve their health care goals. Resources:
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251 Dr. Troy Dreiling - Disc Fragment
05/08/2023
251 Dr. Troy Dreiling - Disc Fragment
Spine specialist, Dr. Troy Dreiling shares a story of a building superintendent with a low back injury that resulted in an extruded disc. Dr. Dreiling has been providing chiropractic services to the Vancouver / Portland Metropolitan area and the families living there, for well over 23 years. The basis of his service is a caring heart and wanting to see that people in pain – especially avoidable pain – can live the kind of life they envision for themselves by getting the care they need. Resources:
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250 Dr. Kurt Olding - The Spine Care "Supermarket"
03/27/2023
250 Dr. Kurt Olding - The Spine Care "Supermarket"
Dr. Kurt Olding discusses patient options when it comes to treating back pain and gives an example of a patient that's been through the Spine Care "Supermarket" in search of relief. Dr. Kurt Olding has been in practice for over 30 years, opening Minster Chiropractic Center in 1986 after graduating from National College of Chiropractic in Lombard, IL in 1984. Through the years Dr. Kurt has enjoyed treating all age groups, from infants to athletes and parents to grandparents. He took special interest in sports medicine during his early years in practice, completing 300 hours of continuing education through the Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician program. Dr. Kurt earned Cox® Technic certification in 2009. In 2012 he began co-instructing the technique, and since 2015 has been a full-time instructor alongside Dr. James Cox, Dr. Ralph Kruse, and Dr. George Joachim. Through his work with Cox® Technic, Dr. Kurt has had several exciting opportunities. In March of 2016, he taught in Bern, Switzerland as part of the Swiss Chiropractic Academy’s “technique series” program. Later that month, he presented research on Cox® Technic with his mentor Dr. James Cox at the annual Association of Chiropractic Colleges Research Agenda Conference. Dr. Kurt co-authored a paper published in the June 2016 edition of the Journal of Chiropractic Medicine titled In 2015, Dr. Kurt became board certified as a Chiropractic Orthopedist, and a Fellow of the Academy of Chiropractic Orthopedists (FACO). He is also a board member of the Academy of Chiropractic Orthopedists, serving since early 2016. Dr. Kurt and his wife Jackie are Minster natives. They have three children: Sunni, Kregg, and Jack. Sunni and her husband Tyler joined the practice in 2014. Resources:
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249 Dr. Sarah Bracamontes - Low Back Pain with Sciatica
03/21/2023
249 Dr. Sarah Bracamontes - Low Back Pain with Sciatica
Spine specialist, Dr. Sarah Bracamontes shares a story of a 79-year-young female with left leg pain. Dr. Bracamontes shares her evaluation and treatment program that helped this patient become active again. Dr. Bracamontes is a graduate of Los Angeles College of Chiropractic and practices in Los Gatos, California. She has been a Cox Certified Doctor since 2005 as she found relief for herself as a patient being treated with Cox Technic. She also uses a low-force instrument for adjusting called an Activator. She practices an osteopathic therapy called cranio-sacral therapy. She has recently added pilates to her practice for functional rehab. Resources:
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248 Dr. Douglas Pettit - Disc Herniation
12/19/2022
248 Dr. Douglas Pettit - Disc Herniation
New graduate, Dr. Douglas Pettit shares a back pain story of an expectant father who needs to be ready for his wife's delivery within 2 weeks. Dr. Douglas Pettit is a Chiropractic Physician that grew up in New Jersey who now lives and practices in the Northern Atlanta Suburbs. He has taken post graduate training in the Cox technique and is certified in the Lumbar Spine by National University. He has also taken extensive post graduate training in Extremity Adjusting allowing him to help people not only with spine pain but also other conditions from head-to-toe. Dr. Pettit is currently completing the Neuromuscular-Skeletal Diplomate Program though the University of Bridgeport giving him advanced training in diagnosing and understanding the most complicated cases. Dr. Pettit is getting married this March, where his fiancé and him who are both huge supporters of local animal rescues. They have a dog named Penny and together in their free time they enjoy going to local wineries and coffee shops. Resources:
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247 Dr. Joseph Beissel - Chronic Back Pain
11/11/2022
247 Dr. Joseph Beissel - Chronic Back Pain
Spine specialist, Dr. Joseph Beissel shares a story of a 75-year-old gentleman struggling with chronic back pain. Dr. Joseph C Beissel formerly served the citizens of Philadelphia as a member of the Philadelphia fire department for over 20 years. In that time, he earned a bachelor's degree in biology from Arcadia University. Upon retiring from the department Dr. Beissel completed his post graduate degree at Palmer College of Chiropractic in Port Orange Florida. Within the challenging times of the COVID- 19 Pandemic Dr. Beissel felt the need to open Rescue Care Chiropractic Clinic on March first, 2021 in order to maintain spinal health and reduce the stressors that are being put on the body in these trying times. Dr. Beissel has extended his chiropractic training to become certified in the Cox® technic for flexion distraction and decompression of the spine. Experiencing low back pain himself Dr. Beissel chose a technic that is backed by research and proven to work for the most serious spine conditions. He brings his passion he had as a firefighter and saving lives to helping people heal and experience a better quality of life with this low force, rhythmical adjusting technic. Resources:
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246 Dr. James Cox - Disc Herniation (Doctors Only)
08/22/2022
246 Dr. James Cox - Disc Herniation (Doctors Only)
Founder of Cox Technic, Dr. James Cox presents a case of disc herniation on the opposite side of back pain. This is a re-broadcast of a webinar presentation. Dr. Cox is the developer of Cox® Technic Flexion Distraction Manipulation and the proud participant in the on-going federal research projects involving the National University of Health Sciences, Palmer College of Chiropractic Research Center, Loyola Stritch School of Medicine, University of Illinois, University of Iowa, Auburn University, etc. He is a member of the postgraduate faculty of the National University of Health Sciences and has been privileged to speak throughout the world. Resources: The full video of the case report is available as a . About Dr. Cox More about Cox® Technic References: Nakagawa Y, Yoshida M, Kawakami M, Ando M, Hashizume H, Minamide A, Maio K, Enyo Y, Okada M. . Minim Invasive Neurosurg. 2006 Oct;49(5):282-5. doi: 10.1055/s-2006-950392. PMID: 17163341.
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245 Dr. Ernest Pecoraro - EPIC Technique
08/15/2022
245 Dr. Ernest Pecoraro - EPIC Technique
Dr. Ernest Pecoraro, a world-renowned chiropractor who owned over five New York City clinics and re-emerged from over a decade of retirement after his daughter’s debilitating lower back pain was miraculously cured by addressing an unexpected culprit. Resources: Show Sponsor:
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244 Dr. James Cox - Three Level Disc Herniations
08/08/2022
244 Dr. James Cox - Three Level Disc Herniations
On this episode, spine specialist, Dr. James Cox shares a story of a 29-year-old mother of three with 3 levels of disc herniations in her lower back. He explains the treatment he rendered and why. James M. Cox, DC, DACBR, FICC, Hon.D.Litt., FACO(H) Dr. Cox is the developer of Cox® Technic Flexion Distraction Manipulation and the proud participant in the on-going federal research projects involving the Keiser University, National University of Health Sciences, Palmer College of Chiropractic Research Center, Loyola Stritch School of Medicine, University of Illinois, University of Iowa, Auburn University, etc. He is a member of the postgraduate faculty of the National University of Health Sciences and has been privileged to speak throughout the world. Links: For doctors (and CE), . "Case Report Series 2017 Webinar #3 CE (1 hr)" Resources: About Dr. Cox
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243 Grady Gibbs - Choosing a Doctor
08/01/2022
243 Grady Gibbs - Choosing a Doctor
Grady Gibbs with , shares his insight into selecting a doctor. Grady has a 20-year career serving doctors and helping them achieve the triple aim: good for the patient, good for the system, good for the doctor. Resources: Show Sponsor:
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242 Rick Olderman - Fixing You Method
07/25/2022
242 Rick Olderman - Fixing You Method
On this episode, orthopedic physical therapist, Rick Olderman shares a story of a woman with a 15-year history of back pain who has a remarkable relief of her pain in just days. Rick Olderman is a sports and orthopedic physical therapist with more than 25 years’ experience that specializes in helping people with chronic pain experience a pain-free life. He graduated with his Master’s Degree from The Krannert School of Physical Therapy at the University of Indianapolis in 1996. His clinic in lovely Denver, Colorado was famous for being the place that people went when all other treatments failed. Rick has written the popular Fixing You® series of books -- found on -- to help people with chronic pain or injuries. Rick wants to show you how to live completely pain-free without the need for medication. He is one of the top professionals in the U.S. when it comes to understanding recurring injuries and chronic musculoskeletal pain. He wants to enhance quality of life by helping people fix their pain once and for all. Rick wants to change how we understand and teach orthopedic physical therapy throughout all health and wellness education. He wants the fundamental understanding about how the body works to create and solve pain to be available to everyone. Go to to find his free and paid products. Resources: Our show sponsor:
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241 Dr. James Cox - Cox Technic Principles
07/11/2022
241 Dr. James Cox - Cox Technic Principles
Dr. James Cox is the developer of Cox® Technic Flexion Distraction Manipulation. On this episode of The Back Doctors Podcast, he shares the most current literature supporting the principles of Cox Technic as well as shares exciting new research happening at Kaiser University. Resources: About Dr. Cox More about Cox® Technic Find a doctor at Sponsor
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240 Dr. Brian Joves - Spinal Stenosis
06/27/2022
240 Dr. Brian Joves - Spinal Stenosis
Interventional physiatrist, Dr. Brain Joves discusses treatment options for spinal stenosis. Dr. Brian Joves is double board certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine. He specializes in spine and chronic pain disorders, and is the Chief of Pain Management for Hill Physicians. Dr. Joves completed his ACGME accredited Fellowship in Pain Medicine at the University of California, Los Angeles/ WLA VHA, and his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of California, Davis. He earned his Medical Degree from Drexel University College of Medicine, his Master’s degree in Medical Sciences from Boston University School of Medicine, and his Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Biology from UC Davis. Dr. Joves believes in a comprehensive approach to pain management: emphasizing education and physical modalities, while utilizing medications, interventions, as well as complementary/alternative medicine approaches to achieve functional restoration and improve his patients’ quality of life. His professional interests include neuromodulation including spinal cord stimulation, peripheral nerve stimulation, and dorsal root ganglion stimulation to treat neuropathic pain disorders. Dr. Joves believes strongly in education. He has helped develop the Spine & Nerve Podcast and YouTube Channel, works with pain medicine fellows across the country as a mentor, and lectures nationally on neuromodulation therapies. Resources: Episode sponsor:
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239 Dr. Lloyd Redington - Student Athlete with Back Pain
06/20/2022
239 Dr. Lloyd Redington - Student Athlete with Back Pain
Spine specialist, Dr. Lloyd Redington and his patient share her back pain story of not being able to compete to achieving her person best. Resources:
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238 Dr. Chad Hackel - Spondylolisthesis
06/06/2022
238 Dr. Chad Hackel - Spondylolisthesis
Dr. Chad Hackel and his athletic patient share his story of pain and recovery. Dr. Chad Hackel I have enjoyed providing chiropractic, acupuncture and nutritional care to Custer County, for the last 18 years at Backbone of Healthcare. I grew up on a farm near Ord Nebraska and then attended NE Community College and NE Christian College where I met my wonderful wife, Marci. Together we have four terrific children. In college I had an interest in natural healing and a desire to help others achieve good health. After much research it seemed like chiropractic would be a great fit. I graduated from Cleveland Chiropractic College in Kansas City Missouri in 2001. From there I moved to Lincoln to work at Conard-Love Chiropractic for about a year. Dr Conard specialized in alternative treatments such as nutrition, acupuncture and chiropractic. He taught me a lot about running a business and the treatment of hard cases. In January 2003, we opened Backbone of Healthcare in Broken Bow. Since moving here I have received post doctorate certificates in Acupuncture, Cox Technique (specialized treatment for herniated discs and arthritis) and most recently Sports Certification. I really enjoy helping people suffering from herniated discs and sports injuries and many other health conditions. Continuing my education in the latest chiropractic approaches to natural health and treatment is a priority. Also, this last year our office participated in a nationwide clinical study of failed back surgeries. Any spare time is filled with watching my kids participate in music, 4-H and sporting events. I also enjoy volunteering my time at church and church camp. If I can squeeze in a good football game or help my parents on the farm, my weekend feels complete. Resources:
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237 Dr. Danielle Peebles - Sex and Back Pain
05/23/2022
237 Dr. Danielle Peebles - Sex and Back Pain
Dr. Danielle Peebles shares a story of a 50-year-old woman with menorrhagia and back pain. Dr. Danielle Peebles, D.C., Chiropractic Physician As an author and Chiropractic physician, Dr. Peebles is a trailblazer in her field helping to tackle health care disparities through chiropractic care. Education has always been the mainstay of Dr. Peebles' life. After earning a Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry from St. Louis University, she completed her Doctor of Chiropractic at Logan University. Dr. Peebles' dedication to education is expressed in many avenues. Her dedication extends to teaching at St. Louis College of Health Careers where she stresses the importance of core courses such as mathematics. She is the author of Sex Sent Me To The Chiropractor, which comedically teaches you the benefits of chiropractic care; and she also serves the African American community through other organizations, such as Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. and the YMCA O'Fallon Park , where she is a board member. Resources: Our sponsor:
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236 Dr. Jeremy Heidt - Disc Herniation with Sciatica
05/17/2022
236 Dr. Jeremy Heidt - Disc Herniation with Sciatica
Spine specialist, Dr. Jeremy Heidt shares a story of a woman with severe sciatic who came to his office after going to the ER. My name is Dr. Jeremy Heidt. It is a personal experience with chiropractic care for a back injury and sports treatment that I had my first experience with chiropractic care. At the age of 14, I suffered from severe low back pain and migraine headaches. I had a spinal fusion surgery recommended for me at the age of 15. Through chiropractic care and giving my back time to heal I saw improvements in both my lower back and migraine headaches and was able to avoid a spinal surgery. This personal experience got me involved in chiropractic and I believe the personal and professional experience is what makes our clinic unique. In the past 10 years of treating patients, I have learned that paying attention to the little things in treatment can have a huge impact. I have learned manual chiropractic adjustments, combined with soft tissue therapies, and rehab exercises as needed can truly make a difference in patient's lives, myself included. Whether it's helping a patient walk with less pain, that ability to get on the floor to play with their grandkids, recovering from a sports injury, or avoiding a back surgery, these goals are what makes going to work each day enjoyable. It is my goal to get the most efficient response possible for each patient. Whether it's using chiropractic adjustments to improve function and decrease pain, soft tissue therapies, flexion distraction/decompression, or rehab exercises/plans. I truly believe we have the tools available to make a difference with our patients and have them leaving our office better than when they came in. I grew up in Dickinson, North Dakota. Graduated from college at the University of North Dakota and graduated from Chiropractic School at Northwestern Health Sciences in Bloomington, MN. After spending 14 years in Minnesota and owning Midwest Chiropractic and Wellness in Eden Prairie, MN for 8.5 years Jenny and I made the decision to move back to North Dakota to be closer to our family and have our girls, Finley and Emery, closer to home. I am certified in Cox Flexion Distraction/Decompression, (The only chiropractor in North Dakota with the certification and 5-10% of chiropractors being certified nationwide.) I am also certified in a technique called FAKTR that uses multiple soft tissue therapies (Cupping, Instrument Assisted Tools, Functional Rehab Exercises) to get patients better. I enjoy treating a wide variety of issues from Acute and Chronic Neck and Back Pain, Disc Herniations, Scoliosis, Facet Syndromes and extremity issues such as shoulder, hip, knee, and ankle issues. Resources:
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235 Dr. Brian Joves - Minimally Invasive Options for Chronic Back Pain
05/10/2022
235 Dr. Brian Joves - Minimally Invasive Options for Chronic Back Pain
Dr. Brian Joves gives a presentation that includes information on indirect spinal decompression, spinal cord stimulation, and radio frequency ablation. Dr. Brian Joves is double board certified in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Pain Medicine. He specializes in spine and chronic pain disorders and is the Chief of Pain Management for Hill Physicians. Dr. Joves completed his ACGME accredited Fellowship in Pain Medicine at the University of California, Los Angeles/ WLA VHA, and his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of California, Davis. He earned his Medical Degree from Drexel University College of Medicine, his Master’s degree in Medical Sciences from Boston University School of Medicine, and his Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Biology from UC Davis. Dr. Joves believes in a comprehensive approach to pain management: emphasizing education and physical modalities, while utilizing medications, interventions, as well as complementary/alternative medicine approaches to achieve functional restoration and improve his patients’ quality of life. His professional interests include neuromodulation including spinal cord stimulation, peripheral nerve stimulation, and dorsal root ganglion stimulation to treat neuropathic pain disorders. Dr. Joves believes strongly in education. He has helped develop the Spine & Nerve Podcast and YouTube Channel, works with pain medicine fellows across the country as a mentor, and lectures nationally on neuromodulation therapies. In his spare time, Dr. Joves enjoys spending time with his wife Ashley and their three sons, running and other types of fitness activities, along with exploring the region’s great food, craft beer and wine. Resources: Show sponsor:
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234 Esther Gokhale - The Gokhale Method
05/02/2022
234 Esther Gokhale - The Gokhale Method
What if back-pain relief was just a few steps away? Esther Gokhale’s work with posture and movement finds that just changing the way you sit, stand, lie down, and walk can eliminate your back pain. Esther grew up in India helping her mom treat orphaned babies and she studied biochemistry at college. Later, she became a licensed acupuncturist. So, when her own pain and herniated disc issues emerged, it motivated Esther to study how people move. “There were some seeds already sown in my brain that ‘there's something going on with people who live close to the ground that makes sense and that works.’ And so, when this horrible thing happened to me, it resonated for me to study techniques that changed the way you use your body,” Esther says. Esther developed and trademarked the Gokhale Method, an eight-step plan to adjust your back’s curvature and movement from an S or C-shaped curve to a J-shaped curve. Esther found this technique by studying the common thread between ancient cultures and today’s primal cultures: “If you go to your museums and you look at the Greek statues, they're doing exactly what these Ubong guys are doing, they look the same. And so why would that be? Well, the simplest explanation is that it is natural. That's why they converge on the same form. And we in modern times have just lost our way.” Resources:
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233 Dr. Joseph D'Angiolillo - Spinal Tumor
04/18/2022
233 Dr. Joseph D'Angiolillo - Spinal Tumor
Spine specialist, Dr. Joseph D'Angiolillo shares a story about a man who minimizes this condition, but discovers his pain is caused by an unusual spinal tumor. Dr. Joseph D’Angiolillo "My education didn’t end when I became a chiropractor. It just began. Every year, I attend seminars and advanced training courses to stay up on the latest improvements in chiropractic techniques. And what I learn, I am able to put to immediate use in helping you get rid of your pain.” After graduating Summa Cum Laude from Palmer College of Chiropractic, Dr. Joseph D’Angiolillo returned to his hometown, North Brunswick, and established the D’Angiolillo Chiropractic Center in 1985. In 2010 he relocated his office to Somerset, NJ. Located on the border of North Brunswick and Somerset. Since then he has been serving thousands of our residents in Somerset, North Brunswick, South Brunswick, Franklin Township, New Brunswick, and the surrounding Central New Jersey communities. Resources:
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232 Dr. Salvator Tocco - A Referral from Dr. Cox
04/04/2022
232 Dr. Salvator Tocco - A Referral from Dr. Cox
Spine specialist, Dr. Salvator Tocco in Cleveland shares a patient story from a referral from Dr. James Cox of Fort Wayne. Dr. Tocco treats the son of a colleague with a disc extrusion and transitional segment with . About Dr. Tocco: Dr. Tocco received his Doctorate of Chiropractic from the esteemed Life University, College of Chiropractic, Marietta, Georgia in 1985. He regularly attends conferences and symposia sponsored by the American Chiropractic Rehabilitation Board. Dr. Tocco completed a post–doctoral course of study in rehabilitation; The American Chiropractic Rehabilitation Board currently registers him. Dr. Tocco has attended a post –doctoral course of study in clinical neurology at Logan College of Chiropractic in St. Louis, Missouri and an advance course in spinal related trauma from the Spine Research Institute of San Diego, California. Dr. Tocco is committed and dedicated, personally and professionally, to helping patients in Cleveland and the West Shore communities to realize their optimal health and well being through quality Chiropractic and Spine care. He and his team are continually striving to provide the friendliest, caring, nurturing and professional healthcare possible to meet the individual needs of each patient. Dr. Tocco and over the years has given lectures and seminars for groups, organizations and corporations on chiropractic - spinal care and its benefits. He is available for seminars and lectures. He has been on talk radio and has had articles written about him and his expertise in this field. Resources:
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231 Dr. Robert Borzone - Uncontrollable Leg Shaking
03/28/2022
231 Dr. Robert Borzone - Uncontrollable Leg Shaking
Dr. Robert Borzone shares a remarkable story of a woman injured in an automobile accident in 2003, that left her with shaking of her leg. He explains the case and his treatment outcome using . Dr. Robert Borzone, DC, LAc, DACBN Dr. Robert Borzone, DC, LAc, DACBN is a Chiropractor, Licensed Acupuncturist, Diplomate of the American Clinical Board of Nutrition and Certified AMMA Therapist. He received his bachelor’s degree in Biology and Chemistry from Rider College and his Doctorate degree from New York Chiropractic College. Dr. Borzone is the former Dean of the School of Massage Therapy and Chair of the Science Department of the New York College for Health Professions where he also received his training in acupuncture. He is an adjunct faculty member at Stony Brook University teaching courses on Complementary Medicine and Ancestral Medicine for the School of Social Welfare. Dr. Borzone is an adjunct faculty member at Nassau Community College teaching courses on Nutrition and Biology and has lectured at Hofstra University on Nutrition and Wellness. He is a Diplomate in Acupuncture and Oriental Bodywork through the NCCAOM, a Certified Asian Bodywork Therapy Instructor with the AOBTA and a Certified COX practitioner. Dr. Borzone is a Category A Provider of NCBTMB. Dr. Borzone has dedicated over 30 years to the health professions through education, consulting and professional development. He has lectured extensively in the fields of Oriental Medicine, Nutrition, Back Care and Wellness and has published works in professional journals as well as contributed to books on wellness. Resources:
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230 Dr. Ted Arkfeld - Back Pain After Back Surgery
03/21/2022
230 Dr. Ted Arkfeld - Back Pain After Back Surgery
Dr. Ted Arkfeld shares a story of a single mom of two who has a discetomy, but continues to have pain. Dr. Ted A. Arkfeld is a 1988 graduate of Northwestern College of Chiropractic in Bloomington, MN. The decision to become a chiropractor was an easy one after growing up in what Dr. Arkfeld calls, “A chronic pain family”. His father was involved in a motor vehicle crash that ultimately resulted in three unsuccessful spinal fusions that left him on total disability. It was after the last surgery that his father turned to chiropractic treatment for relief of his chronic lower back pain. As a high school athlete playing both football and baseball, and then collegiate baseball, Dr. Arkfeld experienced the benefits of chiropractic care during his playing days. This love for sports and chiropractic has guided him the past 16-years as the team chiropractor for Gaylord High School football and basketball programs. Always the student, Dr. Arkfeld has returned to the classroom numerous times for advanced degrees and certifications that allows him to provide the most current research-based treatment protocols for his patients. Resources:
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229 Dr. Coleman Cormier - Disc Herniation
03/14/2022
229 Dr. Coleman Cormier - Disc Herniation
Spine specialist, Dr. Coleman Cormier shares a story of a patient who was injured in an automobile accident that resulted in a large disc herniation in her lower back. Dr. Coleman Cormier was raised in Bossier City, Louisiana where he graduated from Parkway High School in 2005. He then moved to Thibodeaux, Louisiana to attend Nicholls State University where he earned his degree in General Studies in 2010. Upon completion of his undergraduate degree, he attended Palmer College of Chiropractic Florida in Port Orange, Florida. Upon graduation from Palmer College in 2013, he returned to Thibodeaux to begin his career. He worked in both Houma and Baton Rouge for seven years before joining Dr. Shay Corbin’s team at Medical Spine-Spine and Sports Injury and Rehab Centers. Dr. Coleman utilizes a variety of soft tissue and spinal manipulation techniques to treat a diverse population and a wide range of ailments. He is married to Amanda Cormier, a teacher at Dutchtown High School. He enjoys hunting, outdoor sports, competitive shooting, and family activities in his free time. Dr. Cormier’s goal as a chiropractic physician is to provide the best care possible for his patients utilizing a variety of techniques learned both in chiropractic training and through his continuing education. Resources:
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228 Dr. Andrew Calderone - Spondylolisthesis
03/07/2022
228 Dr. Andrew Calderone - Spondylolisthesis
Spine specialist, Dr. Andrew Calderone shares a story of an active 63 y.o. male athlete with a condition called spondylolisthesis. Dr. Calderone explains what this condition is and how he is treating this active gentleman. Meet Dr. Andrew Calderone Dr. Calderone is a native of Stuart, Florida and attended South Fork High School where he was a student in the International Baccalaureate (IB) program and a member of the Men’s Varsity Baseball Team. After high school, Dr. Calderone went on to study Exercise Science at Palm Beach Atlantic University (PBA) in West Palm Beach, Florida. While at PBA, Dr. Calderone was also a member of the Men’s Collegiate Baseball Team where in his senior year, was awarded the Male President’s Award and named to the CoSIDA Academic All-District Team, the first PBA baseball player in program history to receive this distinction. After college, Dr. Calderone was fortunate enough to play a season of independent professional baseball for the High Desert Yardbirds of the Pecos League of Professional Baseball Clubs in Adelanto, California. Chiropractic Education and Training After his playing days, Dr. Calderone enrolled in chiropractic school at Keiser University in West Palm Beach, Florida. In his final semester of chiropractic school, Dr. Calderone completed a 5-month preceptorship at Scott Air Force Base in Shiloh, Illinois where he completed over 700 clinical hours in the 375th Medical Group multidisciplinary clinic diagnosing and providing chiropractic care to active members of the United States Air Force, Military, and Navy. While at Scott, he also completed 250 hours and 150 musculoskeletal diagnostic ultrasound procedures. Dr. Calderone graduated top of his class with a perfect 4.0 GPA and received Summa Cum Laude upon graduation – the highest academic distinction. Why Chiropractic? Dr. Calderone first experienced the benefits and healing of chiropractic care at the age of 15, when he was diagnosed with a bilateral spondylolysis at the level of his L5 vertebra. At the time he was playing varsity baseball at South Fork High School in Stuart, Florida and was informed that this was a potentially career ending injury. He credits chiropractic care to not only saving his baseball career, but also keeping him healthy on the field for years to come. His experience as a patient of chiropractic drove him to become a Doctor of Chiropractic. Dr. Calderone looks forward to giving back to the community that raised him and hopes to inspire the youth to pursue the chiropractic profession, the same way he was inspired by his chiropractic physician from a young age. In addition to being a board-certified chiropractic physician, Dr. Calderone also holds other professional certifications including: National Strength and Conditioning Association – Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) COX Flexion/Distraction Technic Lumbar Spine Part I & II Selective Functional Movement Assessment Level 1 Functional and Kinetic Treatment with Rehabilitation (FAKTR) Rehab System RockTape FMT Basic and Advanced Taping Dr. Calderone is also a member of the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) and Florida Chiropractic Association (FCA). Resources:
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227 Dr. Joseph Cabaret - Interventional Pain Management
02/07/2022
227 Dr. Joseph Cabaret - Interventional Pain Management
Listen to Dr. Joseph Cabaret share exciting new advances in Interventional Pain Management. Doctor Cabaret is a native Californian who lived for many years in Italy and graduated medical school from the prestigious University of Bologna School of Medicine and Surgery. After returning to the United States, he completed his internal medicine internship and anesthesiology residency at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles. After working for many years with elite athletes at the premier orthopedic sports medicine clinic in Los Angeles, he now lives and practices in Camarillo, California. Dr. Cabaret is president of the California Society of Interventional Pain Physicians, instructor for the American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians, mentor for residents and fellows at the North American Neuromodulation Society and for the Grand Canyon University Doctor of Nursing program, peer reviewer for multiple utilization review companies, practice monitor for the Medical Board of California, and a consultant and speaker for the pharmaceutical industry. He has given multiple lectures on pain management and addiction medicine to the Medical Staffs at St. John’s Regional Medical Center and Community Memorial Hospital, and multiple presentations to the general public at Camarillo Health Care District. He is founder and director of the Pain Management Support Group and member of the Community Leaders Advisory Panel at Camarillo Health Care District and Volunteers at the Westminster Free Clinic in Thousand Oaks. He is partner at Spanish Hills Interventional Pain Specialists, co-founder and partner at Regenerative Medicine Specialists, and Medical Director at Pure Recovery California. He loves devoting time to his wife and family, travel, athletics, reading, and helping others. He especially enjoys helping patients take charge of their pain and recover from addiction and lead full and rewarding lives. Resources:
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226 Scott Gazzoli - Causing The Effect
01/31/2022
226 Scott Gazzoli - Causing The Effect
Listen as Scott Gazzoli shares his personal journey of overcoming pain and achieving vibrant health. Scott Gazzoli is the host of Causing The Effect. Scott has always had the urge to help others and believes his podcast can transform people’s perspectives and limits. Scott lives, works and podcasts from Brooklyn, New York and is available for speaking engagements. Scott is a Managing Director with the Quest Organization, a boutique advisory firm that caters to the needs of High Net Worth Individuals and Families. Scott prides himself on his ability to create solutions and build relationships with his clients. Scott is also a comedian by night! Resouces:
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225 Dr. William Hoffman - Disc Bulge
01/10/2022
225 Dr. William Hoffman - Disc Bulge
Spine specialist, Dr. William Hoffman shares a story of a 51-year-old, emergency room physician suffering with lower back and left leg pain. A Note from Dr. Hoffman My goal is to help as many people as I possibly can to regain and maintain their health through chiropractic care. I've dedicated my life to providing my patients with the best possible care. Each patient receives a thorough history and consultation. This is followed by a comprehensive examination and recommendation for care. All patients are given the opportunity to not only get out of pain, but to correct any underlying structural problems that have contributed to their present health concern. Once their problem has been corrected, a maintenance or wellness program is tailored to each patient's individual needs. I strongly believe in the maxim 'health is wealth.' Most people just don't realize, until it happens to them, how expensive it is to get sick. According to researchers at Harvard University, every 30 seconds in the U.S., someone files for bankruptcy as a result of the treatment they receive for a serious health problem. The good news is, there are solutions that every one of us can do something to reduce our risk of bankrupting ourselves. The ultimate solution for our health care crisis is to have 'more people less sick.' The only way we can have more people less sick is to have more people choose better health through better living. I want to help you achieve that. By maintaining your neuro-musculo-skeletal system, this is an achievable goal. Education Doctor of Chiropractic: Los Angeles College of Chiropractic Master of Public Health: University of California, Berkeley Bachelors of Sciences: San Diego State University Certified Cox Technic Doctor Memberships & Associations California Chiropractic Association (CCA) Foundation for Chiropractic Education and Research American Chiropractic Association (ACA) Resources:
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224 Dr. Nate McKee - Stenosis and Balance
01/03/2022
224 Dr. Nate McKee - Stenosis and Balance
Spine specialist, Dr. Nate McKee shares a story about an active man with spinal stenosis causing a loss of balance. Dr. McKee successfully treats this patient using Cox Technic. About Dr. McKee: Dr. Nate McKee grew up in Fort Wayne, IN. He was first introduced to the great state of Michigan, when he attended Albion College. At Albion College, Dr. Nate received his Bachelor's in Exercise Sciences. He then went onto National University of Health Sciences in Lombard, IL where he received his Doctorate in Chiropractic. While at National, he was actively involved in the Student American Chiropractic Association, and was President. During that involvement he lobbied in Washington, D.C. for rights and access for chiropractic patients such as: Veteran's access, underserved areas, Tricare, etc. Dr. Nate was also a school tutor for Head & Neck and Thoracic Evaluation, Management, and Manipulation courses for two years. During his clinical experience, Dr. Nate did a 2 month rotation at the Roudebush VA Medical Center in Indianapolis, IN. Dr. Nate has furthered his education and received a certification in Cox Decompression and Manipulation Technic. His education in Cox Technic allows him to treat various conditions of the neck, back, and knees such as but not limited to: disc herniations, spinal stenosis, post surgical pain, back pain related to pregnancy, headaches, and meniscal pain of the knee. Dr. Nate is also a Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician® (CCSP®), which has equipped him with the training to treat and prevent sports injuries and to properly work with athletes. Resources:
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223 Dr. James Cox - Bertolotti's Syndrome
12/20/2021
223 Dr. James Cox - Bertolotti's Syndrome
Dr. James Cox explains an underdiagnosed cause of lower back pain called Bertolotti's syndrome and how it can be effectively treated with Cox Technic. Dr. Cox is the developer of Cox® Technic Flexion Distraction Manipulation and the proud participant in the on-going federal research projects involving the National University of Health Sciences, Palmer College of Chiropractic Research Center, Loyola Stritch School of Medicine, University of Illinois, University of Iowa, Auburn University, Keiser University, etc. He is a member of the postgraduate faculty of the National University of Health Sciences and has been privileged to speak throughout the world. Resources: About Dr. Cox link to info on supplements: References: Cox JM. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, 2011, Chapter 12, “Transitional Segment.” Pages 578-588 Keim HA, Kirkaldy Willis WH. “Low Back Pain.” CIBA: Clinical Symposia, 1980;32(6). Crane J, Cragon R, O'Neill J, Berger AA, Kassem H, Sherman WF, Paladini A, Varrassi G, Odisho AS, Miriyala S, Kaye AD. . Orthop Rev (Pavia). 2021 Jun 22;13(2):24980. doi: 10.52965/001c.24980. PMID: 34745474; PMCID: PMC8567758. Jin L, Yin Y, Chen W, Zhang R, Guo J, Tao S, Guo Z, Hou Z, Zhang Y. . Orthop Surg. 2021 Dec;13(8):2355-2362. doi: 10.1111/os.13122. Epub 2021 Nov 17. PMID: 34791784. Vadera S: Castellvi classification of lumbosacral transitional vertebrae. . Sourced on 12/11/21 Kawtharani S, Bsat SA, El Housheimy M, Moussalem C, Halaoui A, Sunna T. . Surg Neurol Int. 2021 Oct 11;12:516. doi: 10.25259/SNI_756_2021. PMID: 34754566; PMCID: PMC8571205. Hanhivaara J, Määttä JH, Karppinen J, Niinimäki J, Nevalainen MT. . Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 2022 Jan 15;47(2):153-162. doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000004244. PMID: 34610612. Sun J, Chhabra A, Thakur U, Vazquez L, Xi Y, Wells J. . Bone Joint J. 2021 Aug;103-B(8):1351-1357. doi: 10.1302/0301-620X.103B8.BJJ-2020-2481.R1. PMID: 34334048. Watanabe K, Mitsui K, Sasaki J, Kumaki D. . J Spine Surg. 2021 Jun;7(2):238-243. doi: 10.21037/jss-20-683. PMID: 34296039; PMCID: PMC8261570. Tatara Y, Niimura T, Sekiya T, Mihara H. . JB JS Open Access. 2021 Jul 14;6(3):e20.00167. doi: 10.2106/JBJS.OA.20.00167. PMID: 34278183; PMCID: PMC8280013. Sugiura K, Morimoto M, Higashino K, Takeuchi M, Manabe A, Takao S, Maeda T, Sairyo K. Transitional . Bone Joint J. 2021 Jul;103-B(7):1301-1308. doi: 10.1302/0301-620X.103B7.BJJ-2020-1760.R1. PMID: 34192932. Gluding D, Stock KF, Tellhelm B, Kramer M, Eley N. . J Small Anim Pract. 2021 Nov;62(11):967-972. doi: 10.1111/jsap.13380. Epub 2021 Jun 21. PMID: 34155659. Okamoto M, Hasegawa K, Hatsushikano S, Kobayashi K, Sakamoto M, Ohashi M, Watanabe K. . J Orthop Sci. 2021 May 6:S0949-2658(21)00126-3. doi: 10.1016/j.jos.2021.03.009. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 33966957. Garg B, Mehta N, Goyal A, Rangaswamy N, Upadhayay A. . Int J Spine Surg. 2021 Apr;15(2):359-367. doi: 10.14444/8047. Epub 2021 Apr 1. PMID: 33900995; PMCID: PMC8059404. Shinonara K, Kaneko M, Ugawa R, Arataki S, Takeuchi K. . J Med Case Rep. 2021 Feb 16;15(1):68. doi: 10.1186/s13256-020-02635-y. PMID: 33588921; PMCID: PMC7885622. Becker L, Ziegeler K, Diekhoff T, Palmowski Y, Pumberger M, Schömig F. . Skeletal Radiol. 2021 Aug;50(8):1697-1704. doi: 10.1007/s00256-021-03722-x. Epub 2021 Feb 3. PMID: 33533964; PMCID: PMC8208907. Haffer H, Becker L, Putzier M, Wiethölter M, Ziegeler K, Diekhoff T, Pumberger M, Hardt S. Diagnostics (Basel). 2021 Jan 2;11(1):59. doi: 10.3390/diagnostics11010059. PMID: 33401698; PMCID: PMC7824527. Luo R, Barsoum D, Ashraf H, Cheng J, Hurwitz NR, Goldsmith CY, Moley PJ. . Arthroscopy. 2021 Jan;37(1):149-155. doi: 10.1016/j.arthro.2020.08.034. Epub 2020 Sep 10. PMID: 32919025; PMCID: PMC8177691. Johnson ZD, Aoun SG, Ban VS, El Ahmadieh TY, Kafka B, Wolfe C, Adogwa O, Bagley CA, Tamimi MA. . Oper Neurosurg (Hagerstown). 2021 Feb 16;20(3):E219-E220. doi: 10.1093/ons/opaa343. PMID: 33294931. Dhanjani S, Altaleb M, Margalit A, Puvanesarajah V, Jain A. . JBJS Case Connect. 2021 Nov 17;11(4). doi: 10.2106/JBJS.CC.21.00068. PMID: 34788257.
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