Spine specialist, Dr. Timothy Gagan shares a story of a young woman with back pain who has Bertolotti Syndrome.

Dr. Tim’s interest in chiropractic began with high-school sports. He was a wrestler and football player which caused him spinal injury. He was impressed with his hometown chiropractor and decided that treating musculoskeletal complaints through chiropractic care was what he wanted to do in life. He attained a bachelor’s degree in biology with a chemistry minor from St John Fisher University and a doctorate in chiropractic from the northeast college of chiropractic (formerly known as New York chiropractic college).  He has been in practice for four and a half years at Apple Country Chiropractic in Williamson, NY and specializes in treating intervertebral discs disorders. He attributes much of his understanding of injuries from experiencing them firsthand through sports and working alongside his father on construction jobs. He takes great joy in treating working men, like his father, and getting them back to work. In his spare time, he enjoys playing music. His mother is a piano teacher who instilled a love of music in him. You can hear his music on YouTube on his channel, “The musical chiropractor“.

Dr. Tim lives in Webster NY with the love of his life and wife, Rachel. She was instrumental in supporting him through chiropractic college and helping him survive “Grad School poverty.” They have a 12-year-old German Short Haired pointer named Bella. 

Resources:

Apple Country Chiropractic

The Musical Chiropractor

End Back Pain book

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Dr. Steven Falowski shares an exciting new development in spine surgery that combines the two therapy modalities of spinal fusion and neuromodulation into a single solution implanted simultaneously at the point of a spinal fusion procedure.

Steven M. Falowski MD
Board Certified Functional Neurosurgeon
Director Functional Neurosurgery
Neurosurgical Associates of Lancaster PA 

President -Executive Pain Committee, Congress Neurological Surgeons/American Association Neurological Surgeons
President- Pennsylvania Pain Society
President- Elect- American Society Pain and Neuroscience
Strategic Advisor - SynerFuse® ... a Minnesota-based medical device company innovating the spine industry with its integrated approach to spinal fusion and chronic pain
Senior Advisor- Pacific Spine and Pain Society
Past Board of Directors, International Neuromodulation Society
Past Senior Advisor, Past Secretary-North American Neuromodulation Society

Dr. Falowski underwent his neurosurgical residency training at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia with a focus on Spinal Cord Stimulation and Pain management, complex spinal procedures, and treatment for movement disorders such as deep brain stimulation. He completed a functional neurosurgical fellowship at Rush University in Chicago. His practice specializes in neuromodulation and spinal procedures. He is board certified in Neurosurgery.

His major focus in society and industry revolves around education, integration of specialties, research, and practice management. He is the course director for cadaver workshops and educational offerings across multiple societies.

He collaborates with numerous companies and industry partners on product development, education, research, and strategy. Dr. Falowski is involved in numerous clinical research studies and novel developments for spinal cord stimulation, pain management, and spinal procedures.

The patented SynerFuse® procedure, Electric Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion™ (e-TLIF™), combines fusion with direct nerve stimulation to address chronic low back and leg pain that is unaddressed in traditional spinal fusion surgery that provide Ultra Low Energy™ (ULE™) Therapy.

Resources:

Neurological Associates of Lancaster

synerfuse.com

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Dr. Kurt Olding discusses a new process to get back pain patients to the right provider via a "primary spine care specialist".

Dr. Kurt Olding has been in practice for over 35 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

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Christi Thompson from StretchLab shares a story of a nurse who gets back pain relief from one-on-one assisted stretching.

Resources:

Christi Thompson | Area Education Manager - StretchLab Charlotte & Columbia
C: 302.530.0321  - call or text
W: stretchlab.com

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Our spine specialist from Iceland, Dr. Hrefna Sylvia shares a story of a gentleman experiencing back and leg pain after surgery.

About Dr. Hrefna Syliva

Dr Hrefna Sylvia is born and raised in a small town in the Westfjords in Iceland. In 2009 while training for an Ironman she experienced severe low back pain, that is when she first got introduced to chiropractic. Her interest for chiropractic increased with time and in 2014 she moved to Georgia to study chiropractic. Dr Hrefna Sylvia graduated as a Doctor of Chiropractor from Life University in Atlanta, GA in June 2018 and was awarded the Clinic Excellence award at graduation. During her studies she went as a volunteer to Haiti where she treated both children and adults of all ages. She also went as a volunteer to Eugene, Oregon to help out in the medical tent during the track and field tryouts for the Olympics in Rio 2016. Dr Hrefna Sylvia specializes in the Cox technique as well as the Gonstead technique. She is the only fully certified chiropractor in the Cox technique in Iceland.

Resources:

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Our guest, Hunter Ziesing shares his work with AI in assisting individuals in their quest for health and longevity.  

Hunter spent the bulk of his career in investment banking focusing on the Healthcare, Consumer, and Technology areas. He was the founder of Charity of Choice, a non-profit focused on cancer research and health prevention.

Early Overall Outcomes

• Biomarker Improvements
  A majority of patients showed significant movement in at least one critical biomarker (ApoB, VAT, bone density, VO2Max, HbA1c).

• ~80% improved at least one key biomarker.

• Common improvements included reductions in ApoB, decreases in visceral fat (VAT), and gains in lean mass/bone density.

• Major Findings from Diagnostics

• ~65% of patients had at least one significant finding from testing (e.g., early CAD on Cleerly, sleep apnea, insulin resistance, GI imbalances).

• These findings directly shaped interventions and escalations in care.

• Symptom Reversals

• ~30% experienced meaningful reversal of previously severe symptoms (e.g., hypertension control, prediabetes reversal, improved sleep apnea, reduction in chronic GI symptoms).

Resources:

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Dr. Kim Lombardy shares a story about a gentleman who presents with neck pain after having a surgical fusion.

Dr. Kim Lombardy is a native of Sandusky, Ohio. After suffering from chronic pain and illness, stemming from a childhood accident, and being under medical care for 20 years, he was referred to a local Sandusky chiropractor, Dr. Vince Darr. After a series of spinal adjustments, Dr. Lombardy’s pain began to recede, and his health was restored. He was so impressed that he changed his major from Pre-Veterinary Medicine to Pre-Chiropractic. After completing his undergraduate studies at Bowling Green State University, he enrolled in Sherman College of Chiropractic in Spartanburg, SC, where he graduated in 1980. Dr. Lombardy moved to Augusta, GA, and opened Woodland Chiropractic Life Center which later became Lombardy Chiropractic Clinic. He practiced for 29 years before being appointed Assistant Clinical Professor in the Orthopedic Department of the Medical College of Georgia, the first chiropractor to obtain that position in the history of MCG.   After two years he returned to private practice. Dr. Lombardy served as Vice-President of the Georgia Chiropractic Association for three years. He has the highest level of training in Activator Methods (painless instrument adjusting) and Cox Technic for disc problems. He has also studied Advanced Clinical Nutrition to help the body heal from the inside as well. Dr. Lombardy brings over 40 years of clinical experience to better help patients regain their health naturally. He is married to Edna Lombardy, and they have four children and nine grandchildren. They are members of St. Mary on the Hill Catholic Church.  

Resources:  

Failed Back Surgery Syndrome Patients Undergoing Flexion Distraction Chiropractic Treatment: A Case Series

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Neurosurgeon, Dr. Colin Son shares real-world insight into how new technologies, especially artificial intelligence, are already changing how we diagnose and treat spine conditions.

About Dr. Son:
Colin Son, M.D. is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery with a focus on minimally invasive care of the brain and spine. As a neuroendovascular surgeon, he treats conditions from inside the blood vessels without an incision and is one of the few endoscopic spine surgeons in the area using a camera and small incisions to access deep and delicate areas around the spine. Dr. Son earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio, where he also completed his internship and residency training in neurological surgery. He went on to complete a fellowship in neurovascular surgery at the University of Wisconsin in Madison. He serves as an assistant clinical professor at the University of Incarnate Word and serves as principal or site investigator for several clinical trials through the Methodist Research Institute and HCA’s national Neurovascular Research Advisory Board.

Resources:

salthea.com

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My guest, PJ Glassey discusses the emotional side of back pain and how a condition known as Tension Myositis Syndrome (TMS) is characterized by chronic pain, often in the back, neck, shoulders, and hips, and is caused by the brain’s response to repressed negative emotions and stress.

About Mr. Glassey:

PJ started personal training in 1987 and successfully grew his business over the following 11 years, training clients in their homes and at local area gyms. With the help of these clients as test subjects, and armed with his degree in Exercise Science, PJ invented his “multi-protocol” concept and refined it through 1998, when he founded the X Gym. He is also the author of the book "Cracking Your Calorie Code" and the inventor of his Brain Type Test, which helps people achieve health and fitness results much faster through specific brain wiring techniques tailored to their unique brain type.

Resources:

xgym.com

sarnoclinic.com

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Fitness and lifestyle expert Troy Laing shares his work not only with back pain, but in biohacking.

Dr. Brigitte Rozenberg shares a story about a 26-year-old with a large disc herniation that is successfully treated with Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression.

Founder, Spinatomy Spine & Disc Centers

Our guest Joe Lehotay shares his expertise with PEMF, Pulsing ElectroMagnetic Fields.

Joe has been helping Pulse business and consumer clients succeed for over four years – and it’s the most fun he’s ever had! One of Joe’s specialties is helping business clients ramp Pulse PEMF revenue quickly to achieve ROI by leveraging all available tools, structures, and resources. He believes his clients should never feel like they have to figure things out alone. Almost half of Joe’s professional customers are multiple-system deployments that have re-purchased. Some locations operate five to six Pulse systems and generate multiple six-figure revenues.

When Joe is not spreading the good news of Pulse PEMF, he likes spending time with his wife and son, cooking at home, and playing golf.

You can tune in to Joe’s podcast, Resilient Business, on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.

Resources:

PulsePEMF.com

Jlehotay@pulsepemf.com

Instagram: @lehotayjoe

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Dr. McMurray shares his experience working with the NHL team San Jose Sharks.

On this episode, Dr. Hany Demian shares his passion of treating those with chronic spine pain.

Dr. Hany Demian, MD, CCFP is a regenerative medicine pioneer and CEO of BioSpine, one of North America’s most advanced spine and recovery centers. A former trauma doctor and pain specialist, Dr. Demian integrates stem cell science, AI diagnostics, and genetics into a new kind of personalized medicine. He’s been featured in Thrive Global, Beverly Hills Magazine, and The Chris Voss Show, and speaks globally on healing, innovation, and purpose-driven healthcare.

Resources:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hany-demian-md-5b79b659/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drhanydemian/
Website: https://drdemian.com/

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On this episode, Dr. Brandon Skiles shares a case of an 80-year-old gentleman who had severe lower back and right leg pain for two months before presenting to his office.

Thought leader Julio G. Martinez-Clark shares how his company in helping to bring medical innovation to the market sooner by conducting clinic trials in Latin America.

About Julio:

Julio G. Martinez-Clark stands at the forefront of clinical research transformation as the Ambassador of IAOCR/GCSA in the Americas and CEO of bioaccess®, where he bridges global quality standards with the world's growing MedTech, BioPharma, and Radiopharmaceutical ecosystems. With over two decades of cross-industry leadership spanning healthcare, telecommunications, and venture capital, Martinez-Clark has become the trusted partner for 100+ companies seeking accelerated regulatory approvals and cost-effective clinical trials worldwide. His unique fusion of technical expertise from Johns Hopkins Hospital infrastructure projects, regulatory acumen honed through UNESCO-aligned accreditations, and operational mastery of diverse global clinical trial landscapes positions him as the definitive authority on risk-mitigated medical innovation in emerging markets.

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Dave Hodgson, an engineer, explains how the lumbar support he developed decompresses the spine while you wear it.

When the BaxMAX was created, we considered all of the shortcomings of a typical back brace in our design. First, the BaxMAX is not made of elastic. It's made of a thin, porous nylon fabric (stitched with Kevlar) so it doesn't stretch like an elastic back brace and is breathable. The material compound makes it extremely durable (has a 5-year warranty), yet comfortable enough to wear all day if needed, plus it doesn't hold heat, so you won't get hot and sweaty.

The patented 5:1 compound pulley system enables the BaxMAX to get 5X tighter than the elastic braces, resulting in 5 times the support. There are several back braces on the market that use cord-pulls to tighten, but it's important to understand the difference.

A single pull back brace (like the BaxMAX) has only one pull that is connected to both sides of the brace and includes a series of "pulleys" to tighten the brace. This is called a compound pulley which gives you leverage when you are tightening the brace. For example, the BaxMAX has a 5:1 compound ulley, meaning that for every 5 inches you move the pull, the brace only moves 1 inch. The compound pulley effect enables you to get the brace tighter and provide more support than a multi-pull brace. In the case of the BaxMAX, it provides 5 times the amount of support. Also, thanks to the one-pull system, the BaxMAX can be loosened almost instantly which makes it quick and easy to release the support without taking off the brace. Then re-tightening is just and quick and easy. Our recommendation is to loosen the BaxMAX once per hour for 5-10 minutes, which ultimately addresses the muscle atrophy issue

Resources:

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Spine specialist, Dr. Todd Sinett shares a patient story and what led him to develop The Backbridge™ System.

About Dr. Sinett:

Inspired to follow in his father’s footsteps, this born and bred Long Islander is a second-generation chiropractor. A graduate of New York Chiropractic College, Dr. Todd Sinett is an applied kinesiologist, pain expert, author of several books, and the inventor of the Backbridge™ System. As the founder of Tru Whole Care, it was Dr. Sinett’s firm belief in complete, collaborative treatment that led him to establish the Whole Care model.

This unique healthcare format allows medical professionals from multiple specialties to work together to provide patients with a comprehensive view, and solution, to their health issues. Over the past 20+ years, Dr. Sinett’s integrative approach has helped thousands of patients lead healthier, pain-free lives.

Resources:

The Backbridge™ System

Dr. Sinett's practice website

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Spine specialist, Dr. Mary Peterson shares stories of successfully treating her patients using Cox Technic.

About Dr. Peterson's Practice:

Great Lakes Health & Wellness is an exceptional chiropractic practice led by board-certified chiropractor Mary Peterson, DC, and her skilled team in Palos Heights, Illinois. The practice takes a caring, compassionate, results-driven approach to caring for patients of all ages using holistic methods.

Great Lakes Health & Wellness provides state-of-the-art, noninvasive, drug-free options that reduce pain in your joints, spine, muscles, ligaments, and other soft tissues. The practice offers cutting-edge treatments that manage painful or debilitating conditions naturally.

The Great Lakes Health & Wellness team exceeds patients’ expectations by offering highly effective pain relief without invasive procedures or harsh medications. The practice provides Summus® Medical laser treatments, diabetic shoes, acupuncture, chiropractic adjustments, decompression, and numerous other drug-free pain relief options. 

Resources:

Dr. Peterson's website

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Dr. Grant Elliott shares a comprehensive online rehab program that he developed to help you with your back pain.

About Dr. Elliott:

Grant Elliott is a chiropractic physician based in the Tampa Bay area, specializing in treating disc herniation and sciatica through non-surgical methods. With a deep commitment to health and fitness, Grant practices what he preaches and focuses on helping people return to their favorite activities free from pain and limitations. He offers a comprehensive range of online courses designed to empower individuals to manage their back issues and stay active, providing support and solutions exclusively through his online program.

Resources:

Website: www.therehabfix.com

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On this episode, spine specialist, Dr. Jasmine Hornberger shares a story of a gentleman who she treated successfully with Cox Technic® before and after back surgery.

On this episode, we learn about light therapy with Bjørn Ekeberg.  He explains how light therapy works and its exciting future in improving human health and function.

Bjørn Ekeberg, CEO & Co-Founder

Managing Director of Recharge Health Oslo. Bjørn has a PhD in Philosophy of Science and has written on physics and cosmology, but his career path led him instead to build a business based on a paradigm changing, NASA-developed technology. A former screenwriter for NRK & Netflix shows, Bjørn created the brand for Recharge and leads the company from 2023.

Resources:

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We celebrate the life of Dr. James M. Cox.

The Passing of Dr. James M. Cox

Contributing Doctors:

Dr. Madelynne Galatic, Dr. Michael Karafa, Dr. Bryce Milam, Dr. Ted Siciliano, Dr. Ricardo Rivas, Dr. Amanda Harris, Dr. Doug Pettit, Dr. John McGinnis, Dr. Dan Spencer, Dr. Lloyd Reddington, Dr. Sarah Bracamontes, Dr. Mark Korchok, Dr. Elra Morgan, Dr. Leisa Grgula, Dr. Sunni Lomnicki, Dr. Daniel Clark, Dr. Casey Rogers, Dr. David Kulla, Dr. Amelia Pappas, Dr. Adam Propper, Dr. Joel Dixon, Dr. Keith Bartley, Dr. Kelly Brinkman, Dr. Ted Arkfeld, Dr. Kyle Pankonin, Dr. Greg Priest, Dr. Bob Funk, Dr. Eric Frank, Dr. James Proodian, Dr. John Murray, Dr. Troy McColman, Dr. Kim Lombardy, Dr. Jamie Schantz.

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Dr. Joy Kong teaches us about stem cell therapy and the research behind it.

From Dr. Joy Kong:

I am a UCLA-trained, triple board-certified physician (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, American Board of Addiction Medicine, American Board of Anti-Aging & Regenerative Medicine).

I am also the president of “Chara Health” – formerly known as Uplyft Longevity Center- in Los Angeles, California, where I specialize in stem cell therapy, ketamine therapy, as well as a wide range of therapeutics to enhance patients’ overall health and combat diseases in a holistic manner, by enhancing the body’s innate regenerative potential.

I believe in advancing the field of stem cell therapy through education of both physicians and the public, and founded American Academy of Integrative Cell Therapy, where I provide training to physicians on the science, clinical evidence and safe protocols in Stem Cell Therapy. I am a proponent of high quality clinical research, and have originated a traumatic brain injury (TBI) study, and I am a published author in scientific journals.

In an attempt to provide patients and other clinicians with the highest quality stem cell products, I founded Chara Biologics, where I developed a potent and comprehensive stem cell product CharaCore with a patent-pending formulation, as well as an all-natural stem cell skin cream CharaOmni. I was recognized for my contribution to the field of regenerative medicine and awarded the “Top Doctor of the Year in Stem Cell Therapy” in 2019 and “Stem Cell Doctor of the Decade” in 2021 by IAOTP (International Association of Top Professionals).

Resources:

Website: https://joykongmd.com/

Social Media:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_joy_kong/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stemcelldrjoy
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joy-kong-md-4b8627123/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@joykongmd 

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Dr. Mike Van Thielen shares cutting-edge yet practical steps toward optimal health.

A message from Dr. Van Thielen:

Our mission is to empower individuals to discover their true purpose, optimize their health, and unlock their superpowers, enabling them to achieve fulfillment, happiness, and become the best version of themselves.

We leverage cutting-edge biohacking technologies and strategies to elevate the body, mind, and life.

Resources:

Biohacking Unlimited 

Molecular Alchemy

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