Info

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.
RSS Feed
2024
March
January


2023
December
November
October
August
July
June
May
March


2022
December
November
August
July
June
May
April
March
February
January


2021
December
November
October
September
August
July
June
May
April
March
February
January


2020
December
November
October
September
August
July
June
May
April
March
February
January


2019
December
November
October
September
August
July
June
May
April
March
February
January


2018
December
November
October
September
August
July
June
May
April
March
February
January


2017
December
November
October
September
August
July
June
May
April
March
February
January


2016
December
November
October
September
August


All Episodes
Archives
Now displaying: 2021

For more information go to http://thebackdoctorspodcast.com/

Dec 20, 2021

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

curriculum vitae 

link to info on supplements: 

Find a Back Doctor

The Cox 8 Table by Haven Medical

References:

Cox JM. Low Back Pain: Mechanism, Diagnosis, Treatment. 7th ed. 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. A Comprehensive Update of the Treatment and Management of Bertolotti's Syndrome: A Best Practices Review. 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. Role of the Lumbosacral Transition Vertebra and Vertebral Lamina in the Pathogenesis of Lumbar Disc Herniation. 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. https://radiopaedia.org/articles/castellvi-classification-of-lumbosacral-transitional-vertebrae. Sourced on 12/11/21

Kawtharani S, Bsat SA, El Housheimy M, Moussalem C, Halaoui A, Sunna T. A case of Bertolotti's syndrome as a cause of sciatica. 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. The Association of Lumbosacral Transitional Vertebrae with Low Back Pain and Lumbar Degenerative Findings in MRI: A Large Cohort Study. 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. The association of lumbosacral transitional vertebral anomalies with acetabular dysplasia in adult patients with hip-spine syndrome : a cross-sectional evaluation of a prospective hip registry cohort. 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. Subacute hemorrhagic cyst of the ligamentum flavum occurred in the lumbosacral transitional vertebra presenting as progressive lumbar nerve root compression: a case report. 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. Changes in Lumbosacral Anatomy and Vertebral Numbering in Patients with Thoracolumbar and/or Lumbosacral Transitional Vertebrae. 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 vertebrae and numerical variants of the spine : prevalence and relationship to low back pain or degenerative spondylolisthesis. 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. Genetic background of lumbosacral transitional vertebrae in German shepherd dogs. 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. Influence of lumbosacral transitional vertebrae on spinopelvic parameters using biplanar slot scanning full body stereoradiography-analysis of 291 healthy volunteers. 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. Variations in the Number of Thoracic and Lumbar Vertebrae in Patients With Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis: A Retrospective, Observational Study. 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. The effectiveness of preoperative assessment using a patient-specific three-dimensional pseudoarticulation model for minimally invasive posterior resection in a patient with Bertolotti's syndrome: a case report. 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. Musculature adaption in patients with lumbosacral transitional vertebrae: a matched-pair analysis of 46 patients. 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. Changes of Fixed Anatomical Spinopelvic Parameter in Patients with Lumbosacral Transitional Vertebrae: A Matched Pair Analysis. 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. Prevalence of Lumbosacral Transitional Vertebrae in Patients With Symptomatic Femoroacetabular Impingement Requiring Hip Arthroscopy. 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. Bertolotti Syndrome With Articulated L5 Transverse Process Causing Intractable Back Pain: Surgical Video Showcasing a Minimally Invasive Approach for Disconnection: 2-Dimensional Operative Video. 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. Pediatric Back Pain Associated with Bertolotti Syndrome: A Report of 3 Cases with Varying Treatment Strategies. JBJS Case Connect. 2021 Nov 17;11(4). doi: 10.2106/JBJS.CC.21.00068. PMID: 34788257.

Dec 13, 2021

In this episode, Sam Visnic explains what chronic pain is and how he helps his clients to uniquely address their pain.

Visnic has spent his life studying the fundamental aspects of human health with a focus on movement and clinical massage therapy. In a world of specialists, surgical procedures, drugs and quick fix remedies, he’s committed to finding and developing strategies that help people stuck at the “gap”.

Sam has studied dozens of methodologies for uncovering the root cause of aches and pains, some of which include pain science, hands-on soft tissue massage techniques, myofascial release, and coaching movement.

Deciphering WHEN to use different techniques with different people and situations, along with integration
of movement is the key to long term success with Sam’s incredible track record. Understanding the various elements that contribute to conditions and the power of communication and education makes his Release Muscle Therapy program unique from other hands-on therapy approaches. 

Resources:

A free copy of his digital book can be found at:

https://releasemuscletherapy.com

Find Sam on Facebook:

https://facebook.com/releasemuscletherapy

Instagram:

https://instagram.com/releasemuscletherapy

Youtube:

https://youtube.com/samvisnic

Show Sponsor:

Haven Medical the makers of the Cox 8 Table

The Back Doctors Podcast – With Dr. Michael Johnson

 
Dec 6, 2021

Spine specialist, Dr. Scott Nowak shares his personal back injury story and how it changed the trajectory of his life. 

Dr. Nowak is the 4th generation chiropractor at Fairbury Chiropractic Clinic. He is a 1992 graduate of National College of Chiropractic and joined Fairbury Chiropractic Clinic at that time.  Dr. Nowak is married and has two sons.  Dr. Nowak is a strong supporter of the community. He served as the commissioner for Youth Football and coached his son's travel baseball team.  He has served as President of the Fairbury Chamber of Commerce.  Dr. Nowak is a certified acupuncturist, a certified medical examiner for the Department of Transportation (DOT), and is certified in the cervical and lumbar Cox technique.  Dr. Nowak strives to provide a high quality level of customer service, chiropractic experience, and is committed to providing honest and ethical treatment for all of his patients.  

Resources:

fairburychiropractic.com

Find a Back Doctor

The Cox 8 Table made by Haven Medical

Nov 29, 2021
Garrett Salpeter, Founder and CEO of Neufit shares a new technology used in healing.
 
 
Garrett Salpeter, Founder and CEO
Engineer & Neuroscientist
Started NeuFit in 2009
Creator of The NEUBIE device
Owner of multiple US Patents
Proud Husband & Father of 2 beautiful girls
Always pushing the limits of human recovery and performance
Former College Hockey Player

Resources:

neu.fitThe

Neufit Method Book on Amazon

The Neufit Under Current Podcast

Neufit YouTube Channel

The Cox 8 Table by Haven Medical

thebackdoctorspodcast.com

P2HU64sqveFO1ZOap6tM

 

Nov 22, 2021
 

Spine specialist Dr. Bob Meyer shares his experience working with elite athletes including Lance Armstrong.

Dr. Bob has been a sports medicine doctor for The University of Texas athletics program since 1999. The UT Athletics program is one of the best in the nation. Their standards and expectations are higher than any other program. Dr. Bob is proud to be involved in their program as a sports medicine doctor and proud to bring the same standards to you! Below are more of Dr. Bob’s professional credentials as a sports medicine doctor.

  • Diplomate American Academy of Pain Management
  • Fellow International Academy of Medical Acupuncture
  • Certified Chiropractic Extremity Practitioner
  • Certified Strength Conditioning Specialist
  • Undergraduate Degree – Athletic Training
  • ART, Graston, FDM, FM – Full Body Credentialed
  • Certified KDT Practitioner
  • Certified COX Practitioner
  • Functional Movement Screens
  • Functional Movement Therapist Level 1 & 2

Resources:

Dr. Bob's Website

thebackdoctorspodcast.com

The Cox 8 Table made by Haven Medical

Find a Back Doctor

Nov 15, 2021

Matt Parks, Founder and CEO of One Less CBD discusses CBD and how it can help reduce inflammation that causes pain.

MATT PARKS
FOUNDER & CEO

During his decade as Vice President at Williams Medical Supply, Matt’s efforts grew the company from a regional to national supplier while maintaining a steadfast promise to ensure new patients can be serviced. Understanding that his success was a direct result of building long-term relationships, he was imbued with a great appreciation for small business. Also during his time in medical supplying, he observed the rise of the opiate epidemic, a problem he knew stemmed in part from a lack of quality options in chronic pain and inflammation treatment. These experiences united seamlessly guiding his decision to create One Less CBD. 

Resources:

http://onelesscbd.com/backpain

onelesscbd.com

The Cox 8 Table by Haven Medical

 

Nov 8, 2021

Dr. Robert Patterson discusses three types of spine pain patients and setting expectations of treatment outcome with each.

Dr. Patterson is a native to Overland Park.  He graduated Cum Laude from Cleveland Chiropractic College in 1988.  He founded Overland Chiropractic Health Services PA in February of 1988 and has been practicing in Overland Park since.   He believes in taking a “whole person” approach to patient care.  This means looking for the underlying causes of disease, dysfunction, and pain, as opposed to treating the symptoms.

ADDITIONAL CERTIFICATIONS

Cox Flexion Distraction Decompression Manipulation (Lumbar and cervical spine certification) – In 1998, Dr. Patterson was one of the first to be COX certified in Kansas. He is one of only four actively lumbar spine certified in the state of Kansas.  He is the only Cox certified cervical doctor in Kansas.

Posture Training

Internal Health Specialist – Loomis System of Enzyme Therapy

ADDITIONAL AREAS OF INTEREST AND STUDY

Balance and Mobility, The study of conditions important to those over 50, Low back and leg pain, Ergonomics, and Extremity pain/dysfunction and their relationship to spinal problems.
 
Resources:
 
 
 
 
Nov 1, 2021

Dr. Lucas VanAcker shares a story of an active woman in her sixties with anterior thigh pain.  He quickly makes a diagnosis from her history and examination.  Dr. VanAcker effectively treats her and coaches her back into her physical activities.

As a chiropractor Dr. VanAcker helps patients naturally with both acute injuries and chronic conditions.  He has studied a variety of treatment techniques to provide patients with high quality care.  As a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist he incorporates rehabilitation exercises to help prevent future injuries and/or improve performance.  As a Cox Certified practitioner he handles the most difficult spine cases.

When he is not working he likes to spend time with his wife Meghan, son Abram and dog Finn.  He enjoys being outdoors, hiking and running.  He is also a fan of the Miami Dolphins, Syracuse Orange and the New York Yankees.

Resources:

vanackerchiropractic.com

Dr. VanAcker on Facebook

Find a Back Doctor

The Back Doctors Podcast – With Dr. Michael Johnson

The Cox 8 Table by Haven Medical

Oct 25, 2021

Dr. Derek Tenckhoff shares a story of an active young man who is sidelined with leg pain for a year.

Dr. Tenckhoff is a second generation chiropractor who has been involved in Chiropractic since he was born. He received his first adjustment from his father hours after being born. Growing up he competed in sports including: wrestling, judo, MMA, swimming, and baseball. Chiropractic adjustments helped to keep him healthy and at the top of his game. His passion for chiropractic began when he took more interest in his father's career as a chiropractor. He observed how patients would come to his father after seeing multiple doctors and being told that surgery was their only option. However, these patients would give his father a chance, and would be healed, no longer needing surgery. He knew then that chiropractic was what he wanted to do. He received his Bachelors in Psychology from Chico State University and his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Southern California University of Health Sciences. He is a Cox Certified doctor.

Resources:

DerekTenckhoffDC on Facebook

www.instagram.com/dr.derektenckhoff

tenckhoffchiropracticbrea.com

Find a Back Doctor

thebackdoctorspodcast.com

The Cox 8 Table by Haven Medical

Oct 18, 2021

Spine specialist, Dr. John Murray shares his experience treating "the worst of the worst" back pain patients with Cox Technic using the Cox 8 Table made by Haven Medical.

About Dr. John Murray

photoLocated in Clinton, NJ, Dr. John G. Murray Jr. is a board certified Chiropractor providing affordable, high-quality care since 1980. Dr. Murray serves Hunterdon and Warren counties as well as the Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania.

His vision is to promote health and well being through chiropractic adjustments, sound nutrition, specific exercise, and positive attitude. In other words, patients learn to move well, eat well, and think well.

"Empowering our patients to understand that their lifestyle choices make a difference is the greatest thing we can do."

Dr. Murray utilizes proven chiropractic techniques ranging from full spine adjusting to upper cervical technique as well as extremities. Adjustments are performed by hand or by an arthostim instrument, always utilizing the gentlest force possible.  He is Cox Technic Certified doctor.

Resources:

www.jmurraychiropracticnj.com

Dr. Murray 908-638-4144

Find a Back Doctor

thebackdoctorspodcast.com

The Cox 8 Table by Haven Medical

Oct 11, 2021

Dr. Gabriel Monterrubio and his patient Dr. Diego Paris share his story of a lumbar disc herniation and the treatment he receives to keep him operating.

Dr. Gabriel Monterrubio Santa María graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic, U.S.A., in 1989.

In 1997, he also received his certificate as a “Sports Medical Chiropractor”.

In the period from 2000 to 2002 he completed his master’s degree in “Organizational Human Development” at the University of Celaya.

He is an active member of the College of Chiropractic Scientific Professionals of Mexico.

He has been Vice President of the Mexican Federation of Sports Chiropractic.

He obtained the Certificate of the National University of Health Sciences on April 21, 2013, in “Techniques of Adjustment and Manipulation” from Dr. James M. Cox.

He won a recognition for his participation in September 2013 at the 15TH International interdisciplinary Chiropractic Congress.

He achieved a record of attendance at the Annual Sports Chiropractic Congress held in October 2012 by the Mexican Federation of Sports Chiropractic.

Dr. Gabriel Monterrubio is also a Chiropractic Certified Sports Physician.

In Santo Domingo, Rep. Dominican Republic in October 2009, he achieved the certificate in “Sports Medicine”, by the International Olympic Committee.

In San Juan de Puerto Rico in the year 2000, he obtained a certificate in “Technique of Dr. Cox Part 1”.

In October 2002 he received his record for participation in the “International Congress of Physical Therapy”, awarded by the National Polytechnic Institute, Academic Secretariat, Mexican Association of Physical Therapy.

Chiropractor Dr. Gabriel Monterrubio Santa María currently has 30 years of experience.

Resources:

Contact Dr. Monterrubio

garbrielmonterrubiosm@gmail.com

(442) 213 4159

Dr. Monterrubio on YouTube

Find a Back Doctor

The Cox 8 Table by Haven Medical

 

Sep 27, 2021

Umar Ellahie, D.C.

Activator Methods Advanced Proficiency Rated

Cox-Technic Cervical, Thoracic, & Lumbar Certified

National Academy of Sports Medicine Corrective Exercise Specialist

 

Dr. Umar Ellahie is a graduate of Palmer West College of Chiropractic. He is a certified Cox Technic and Activator Methods practitioner. 

He has been mentored by and practices with Dr. Michael McMurray at Chiropractic Solutions in Campbell, California. 

He provides a safe and evidence-based approach as a Cox-Technic and Activator Methods practitioner. He also utilizes fifteen years of experience as a corrective exercise specialist to improve patient functionality. 

On this episode, Dr. Ellahie shares a story of a woman who had been suffering from a cervical disc herniation with severe radiculopathy misdiagnosed and mismanaged for three months before finding great relief with chiropractic care. 

Resources:

chiropracticsolutions.org

u.ellahie@gmail.com

Discat

Find a Back Doctor

thebackdoctorspodcast.com

The Cox 8 Table by Haven Medical

Aug 9, 2021

Spine specialist, Dr. Sunni Lomnicki discusses back and leg pain during pregnancy and how it is effectively treated with Cox Technic.

Sunni Lomnicki, D.C. , F.I.A.M.A.

Doctor of Chiropractic, Fellow of the International Academy of Medical Acupuncture

With her experience as an All-American runner at the University of Notre Dame, Dr. Sunni developed an interest in treating the numerous injuries runners acquire through training and competition. Dr. Sunni Graduated Summa Cum Laude and was named Valedictorian of her graduating class at the National University of Health Sciences in 2013, then returned home to Minster to join her father's practice.  Dr. Sunni has received additional training in women’s health and pediatrics, along with continuing education courses in Motion Palpation, KinesioTaping, and Active Release Technique®.  She is full-spine certified in Cox® Technic. in 2017, Dr. Sunni earned her board certification in medical acupuncture, and currently practices acupuncture in conjunction with her chiropractic treatments. She lives in Minster, Ohio with her husband Tyler and daughter Drea.

Resources:

Schedule with Dr. Lomnicki

Find a Back Doctor

The Cox 8 Table by Haven Medical

thebackdoctorspodcast.com

Jul 23, 2021

Spine specialist, Dr. Katrina Weiland shares a story of a 53 y.o. Air Force veteran with debilitating low back pain.

About Dr. Weiland

Atlanta native, Dr. Katrina Weiland, moved to the Shenandoah Valley in 2016 and has called the Valley “home” ever since. Dr. Weiland obtained her Bachelor of Science degree from Kennesaw State University in 2012 and then attended chiropractic school at Life University in Marietta, Georgia. She graduated Magna Cum Laude with her Doctorate in Chiropractic in 2016.

It is no surprise that Dr. Weiland fell in love with chiropractic and became a chiropractor. After being involved in a severe car accident and several different traumas during her career in The United States Army, she was suffering from debilitating migraines and pain. After some sound advice from a friend, Dr. Weiland saw a chiropractor, and it saved her life! After her experience with chiropractic, she knew that she wanted to become a chiropractor and spread the gift of chiropractic to as many people as possible.

When Dr. Weiland is not seeing patients, she is enthusiastically cheering for The University of Georgia Bulldogs and The University of Virginia Cavaliers. During football season, you can find her at every home game sporting her navy and orange yelling “Go Hoos”. You may also find Dr. Weiland walking around town with her nineteen-year-old dachshund, Frank.

Resources:

Contact Dr. Weiland

Find a Back Doctor

thebackdoctorspodcast.com

The Cox 8 Table by Haven Medical

Jul 5, 2021

Spine specialist, Dr. Paulette Hugulet, along with her patient shares an inspiring story of a 77 y.o. former dancer.

Dr. Paulette Hugulet, D.C.  Prior to becoming a Chiropractor from University of Western States in 2012, Dr. Hugulet served in the United States military from 1992-2002 in the New Hampshire Army National Guard. Dr. Hugulet sought to expand her medical knowledge by working as a Certified Nursing Assistant in various nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Her compassion and respect for elders served her patients well during her continued exploration into different systems of optimal health care.

 

After the birth of her son, she pursued a career as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) in a variety of medical offices ranging from pediatrics, family practice and specialty clinics. The highlight of her CMA career was working with Dr. John Epley, MD and his research with imbalance disorders (dizziness). This experience has made her knowledgeable about the Epley Maneuvers and the treatment of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV).

 

So what led Dr. Hugulet to Chiropractic? Through her personal and professional experiences, she has developed a passion for the drug free and integrative approach to healthcare and wellness that Chiropractic provides. She hopes to continue using Chiropractic to provide patients with the proper support to assist the body’s natural abilities to heal itself.

In her free time Dr. Hugulet finds true joy in fishing with her husband. She also enjoys, camping, quilting, dancing, good food and cheering on the Oregon State football team.

Resources:

www.drhugulet.com

Find a Back Doctor

thebackdoctorspodcast.com

The Cox 8 Table by Haven Medical

Jun 14, 2021

Spine specialist, Dr. Byron Folwell shares a story of a veteran with low back pain who had two prior back surgeries.

Dr. Byron R. Folwell, a Parkersburg native, has remained very active in post-graduate training with additional schooling for neurology, orthopedic, internal disorders. Certifications in acupuncture, electrodiagnostic testing, and Cox Technic.

Resources:

Contact Dr. Folwell

folwellchiro@gmail.com

Discat Plus - Nutrition for your discs.

Find a Back Doctor

The Cox 8 Table by Haven Medical

thebackdoctorspodcast.com

Jun 7, 2021

Spine specialist, Dr. Kurt Olding shares an interesting thoracic disc herniation in an active veteran who was in unremitting pain. 

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 Cox® Technic 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 Chiropractic Distraction Spinal Manipulation on Post-surgical Continued Low Back and Radicular Pain patients: A Retrospective Case Series.

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:

Minster Chiropractic Center

kurt.olding@gmail.com

Find a Back Doctor

thebackdoctorspodcast.com

The Cox 8 Table by Haven Medical

May 31, 2021
Spine specialist, Dr. Tom Menendez shares his experience treating elderly women using Cox Technic.
 
 
About Dr. Menendez:
 
Dr. Tom Menendez, DC is a 1989 graduate of Life University School of Chiropractic in Marietta, Ga. and has been in practice in southern Indiana since 1991. Dr. Menendez and his staff currently serve the community in their Advantage Chiropractic office in Sellersburg, In. which was established in 2000.
Utilizing a variety of Chiropractic manipulative and therapeutic techniques, specifically the Cox Flexion-Distraction technic, among others, best suited to each patient's needs and diagnosis, Dr. Menendez and his staff have helped thousands of patients resume normal, healthy activities free from pain.
Whether the problem is back pain, sciatica, degenerative discs, whiplash injury, headaches, or even your child’s “growing pains”, whether your need is temporary relief from pain or long-term spinal correction and maintenance, you have their personal guarantee that you will be treated with highest level of courtesy, efficiency and personal attention. Give Dr. Menendez a call today if you are tired of living in pain.
 
Resources:
Dr. Menendez on Facebook
 
Find a Back Doctor
 
The Cox 8 Table by Haven Medical
thebackdoctorspodcast.com
May 24, 2021

Spine specialist, Dr. Sean Delahunt shares a story of a 53 y.o. gentleman with chronic neck pain that developed into numbness and tingling in his arm and hand.

Dr. Sean Delahunt

Dr. Delahunt is a 2013 Graduate of Palmer Chiropractic College. Dr. Delahunt is married and has two sons. He earned his Bachelor’s degree form Western Illinois University, where he also competed as an NCAA Division I athlete in Track & Field. Dr. Delahunt was exposed to Chiropractic at a young age. His experiences with injury prevention and rehabilitation at the collegiate level reinforced his desire to become a Doctor of Chiropractic. This propelled him to excel with advanced certification in Chiropractic Sports Injuries. Dr. Delahunt’s goal is to use his knowledge and skills to provide the best Chiropractic care possible to the Des Moines metro area.

Consumer’s Research Council of America ranks Dr. Delahunt as one of the top chiropractors.

Dr. Delahunt’s Education and Experience

  • Attended Western Illinois University – Bachelor of Science
  • Attended Palmer College of Chiropractic – Doctorate of Chiropractic
  • International Academy of Advanced Orthopedics: Certification in Upper Extremity, Lower Extremity, TMJ, and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician – 100 hours minimum of Post- Doctoral study of Sports Medicine
  • SFMA certification – Level I
  • Cox Certified in Lumbar Spine

Member

  • Iowa Chiropractic Society
  • Iowa Chiropractic Physicians Clinic
  • American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians
  • Board of Directors for the Iowa Chiropractic Society

Resources:

Contact Dr. Delahunt

Find a Back Doctor

thebackdoctorspodcast.com

The Cox 8 Table by Haven Medical

May 3, 2021

Spine specialist, Dr. Keith Bartley shares two patient stories about spinal stenosis.  You'll get to hear one of the patients share their experience with Cox Technic.

Dr. Bartley graduated from Indiana University with an Athletic Training and Sports Medicine degree and after interning with the New England Patriots entered Logan University. He has been practicing in Jasper, IN since 1990 and is certified in Cox® Technic of the Cervical and Lumbar spines, and has Full Body, Biomechanics and Long Nerve Entrapment certifications in Active Release Technique (ART). He is an avid triathlete and has completed the Boston Marathon.

Resources:

Contact Dr. Bartley

812-482-6600

Find a Back Doctor

The Cox 8 Table by Haven Medical

Apr 26, 2021

Spine specialist, Dr. Robert Krause shares a story of a retired airline employee with severe disc degeneration.  His patient shares his story of recovery with our listeners.

Dr. Robert J Krause

Dr. Robert J. Krause

My Chiropractic Story

I initially sought Chiropractic are as a young college athlete. I was experiencing back and hip pain.I was born into a family of medical doctors so naturally this was the area that I first turned to. I quickly realized that a regimen of drugs and surgery were my only options available through that route. When I was finally introduced to Chiropractic, you can only imagine my relief and excitement. Not only did I get relief from my pain, but I had an increased overall feeling of well being.

Chiropractic Education

After completing my undergraduate degree and fulfilling the Chiropractic College prerequisites, I was off to Logan College of Chiropractic.

The main reason I chose Logan College of Chiropractic was the quality of their instructors. Logan’s instructors were shared with Washington University Medical School in St. Louis, Missouri. The education was second to none. We had the unique opportunity of being instructed and taught by the most knowledgeable doctors in the field. Logan College not only had the most knowledgeable instructors in the field but had the most skilled and experienced Chiropractors to teach the art of Chiropractic manipulation.

Resources:

www.robertkrausedc.com

Find a Back Doctor

The Cox 8 Table by Haven Medical

Apr 19, 2021

Neurosurgeon, Dr. Arthur Jenkins explains an underdiagnosed cause of low back pain called Bertolotti Syndrome that could be symptomatic in 12% of the population.

Dr. Jenkins is the founder of Jenkins NeuroSpine and is one of the nation's most recognized and highly-respected surgeons.
 
Dr. Jenkins left the full-time faculty at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai to found Jenkins NeuroSpine. He believes that every patient deserves the best opportunity for recovery, and his patients benefit from a world-class medical practice that uses the latest in technology and evidence-based medicine techniques.

In addition to his academic appointment at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City, Dr. Jenkins serves as a clinical expert and author for clinical research trials and is the official neurosurgeon for the New York Jets, the NFL Retired Players Program, and the New York Police Department.
 
Resources:
jenkinsneurospine.com
 
Show sponsor:
The Cox 8 Table by Haven Medical
Apr 12, 2021

Dr. Dean Greenwood of the Vancouver Spine Care Centre shares a story along with his patient about her severe back and leg pain.  Dr. Greenwood discusses her condition and how she was treated with Cox Technic that got her remarkably better.

Dr. Greenwood has been practicing in Vancouver for the past 40 years and has quite an accomplished professional career.

 

  • Doctor of Chiropractic (Palmer College of Chiropractic)
  • Fellow of the Academy of Chiropractic Orthopedists (US)
  • Fellow of the College of Chiropractic Orthopaedic Specialists (Canada)
  • Master of Science in Advanced Clinical Practice (National University of Health Sciences)
  • Cox Technic Instructor

Resources:

Vancouver Spine Care Centre

Find a Back Doctor

thebackdoctorspodcast.com

The Cox 8 Table by Haven Medical

 

Mar 29, 2021

This is an edited patient version of Episode 198 on Disc Nutrition.  The patient will learn about the composition of the disc, how the disc receives its nutritional supply and what nutrients are most beneficial for disc health.

Resources

About Dr. Cox

curriculum vitae 

link to info on supplements: 

Find a doctor at

http://www.coxtechnic.com/physicians.aspx

The Cox 8 Table by Haven Medical

Mar 22, 2021

Trauma surgeon, Dr. Turner Olser makes a shift into epidemiology in his career which leads to excessive sitting and low back pain.  Dr. Olser's own back pain causes him to take a deep dive into understanding back pain which results in developing an active sitting chair. 

Dr. Turner Osler
Turner has the usual academic trauma surgeon back story: BA Neurobiology (Princeton), MD (Medical College of Virginia), surgical residency (Columbia, Harvard), fellowship (University of New Mexico) and then 20 years an academic trauma surgeon (University of Vermont) with over 300 peer reviewed papers and book chapters.  But then Turner went off script, got a masters in Biostatistics, an NIH grant and abandoned the operating room to study trauma epidemiology.  Somewhere in the last decade he became obsessed with the problems that come from sitting too much. Turner lives in Colchester with his wife, son and QOR360 Co-founder, Lex and their dog Bella.

Resources:

Get the chair! use PROMO code MJOHNSON

Dr. Olser's Ted Talk

Our sponsor The Cox 8 Table by Haven Medical

 

1 2 Next »