The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson

Spine specialist, Dr. Jake Bohnen discusses a treatment that shows a disc herniation resolve on MRI. Dr. Bohnen attended Gustavus Adolphus College where studied Health Fitness and played football and baseball. Dr. Jake went on to attend Northwestern Health Sciences University where he attained a Bachelor of Science degree and a Doctor of Chiropractic degree. While studying at Northwestern, he play...

Spine specialist, Dr. Suneil Ninan shares a story of a grandmother with multiple disc bulges who is successfully treated conservatively. In The Words of Suneil (Nick) Ninan, M.S., D.C.  "I have been in private practice for more than 20 years. Over this period of time, I have gained knowledge in treating a variety of conditions, for both acute and chronic conditions.  Earlier on in my career, I als...

Spine specialist, Dr. Matthew Collins, director of TWIN CITIES HEADACHE NECK & BACK, shares two interesting patient stories with us.  The first patient has sciatica following back surgery.  The second story involves diagnosing and treating sciatica without an MRI. Matthew Collins, DC, DACRB is a 1999 graduate of Northwestern College of Chiropractic where he received his Doctor of Chiropractic degr...

Spine specialist, Dr. Douglas Hadel discusses a very difficult neck condition to treat.  He also shares a story of a case of sciatica following a hip replacement. About Dr. Hadel: Selected Post Graduate Studies Certification Cox Technique  I   1995             Certification Cox Technique II   2001             Certification Cox Technique III  2006           Acupuncture Treatment of Infertility  201...

Spine specialist, Dr. Richard Dybowski shares one of the most difficult types of back pain to treat, a disc sequestration or disc fragment. Dr. R.B. Dybowski graduated from Warren Fitzgerald High School, Oakland University then Palmer Chiropractic College in 1977. After one year of practice in Madison Heights, he opened the Utica Chiropractic Clinic, P.C. Since Dr. Dybowski has been involved in ma...

Spine specialist, Dr. Joel Kirsch from Birmingham, Michigan shares two patient stories with our listeners and we get to hear from one of those patients as well. Dr. Kirsch earned his bachelors degree in exercise science from Indiana University in 2003 and doctorate of chiropractic from National University of Health Sciences in 2006. He is a candidate for a Diplomate Degree in Chiropractic Rehabili...

Spine specialist, Dr, Bryce Milam discusses a spinal condition called spondylolisthesis treated non-surgically with Cox Technic. Dr. Bryce Milam is a 1982 graduate from Western States Chiropractic College in Portland, Oregon. He is also a graduate of the Spine Research Institute of San Diego, the American Academy of Manual and Physical Medicine, and is a certified member of Cox ® Technic , one of...

Spine specialist, Dr. David Ward and his patient share their story of disabling back and leg pain in a new mom. Dr. David Ward grew up in Adrian Michigan. It was there that he was first introduced to Chiropractic. After being treated by the hometown chiropractor, he knew he wanted to help heal people just like his chiropractor had done for him. He soon took off for Central Michigan University to d...

On this episode, spine specialist Dr. Michael Karafa and his patient share their story of hope for patients who have already had one back surgery. Dr. Karafa obtained his Doctorate from the National College in Illinois. He holds a B.S. in Biology from Geneva College. He's been practicing in Sewickley since 2004. Mike is an avid runner and craftsmen. Mike strives to make sure his patients can remai...

Spine specialist, Dr. James Schantz shares a story of a pilot with a neck fusion who gets relief of headaches with Cox Technic. Dr. Schantz is one the few spine specialists in the State of Georgia Certified to treat patients using the Cox® Technic  Flexion-Distraction and Decompression protocols. This method is based on significant clinical research as well as clinical documentation. These protoco...

Should you have back surgery?  What are your options?  What if you already have had back surgery, but still have pain?  Listen to Dr. James M. Cox to hear the latest research on this topic. 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...

Spine specialist, Dr. Evelyne Bruneau shares a story of an active young man who gets side-lined from playing soccer with a disc herniation causing leg pain.  We also get to hear from this patient as he tells his story of getting back in the game. Dr. Bruneau's practice is located in Orléans, Ontario, 15 minutes east of downtown Ottawa.  She specializes in treating the most difficult spinal conditi...

On this episode, we take a short pause from interviewing other doctors, so that I can share two of my own patient stories with you.  The first is a cancer patient that presents in excruciating pain.  The second is a 76 y.o. farmer who had a spine fusion and was having difficulty walking. Resources: Find a Back Doctor http://thebackdoctorspodcast.com/  

On this episode we hear from PGA great Butch Baird and retired NFL player Dontay Mock as they share their experiences of being treated by spine specialist, Dr. Leisa-Marie Grgula. Dr. Grgula holds a Bachelor degree in Human Biology.  She received her Doctorate Degree from National University of Health Sciences in Lombard, IL.  She is certified in Cox® Technic  Flexion Distraction Manipulation.  Dr...

We hear from both Dr. Keith Bartley and his patient Mitch on this episode about avoiding back surgery. 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...

Our spine specialist on this episode is Dr. Benjamin Glass. Dr. Glass shares two severe neck pain cases that have herniated discs. Dr. Glass is unique to his profession.  He carries the unfamiliar title of DACBR after his name, which means not only can he treat your spine needs: but as a Radiologist, he is able to analyze different images including X-rays and MRIs.  This skill enables him to more...

On this episode Dr. Marc Baker from Nova Scotia Canada, is joined by his patient who shares a common low back pain story.  Dr. Marc Baker worked in a multidisciplinary private practice while also being a staff doctor at the Canadian Forces Base hospital in Halifax.  After his tenure with the Canadian Forces, he opened the first Disc Clinic in Musquodoboit Harbour, Nova Scotia, Canada. In the sprin...

Spine specialist, Dr. Ted Siciliano and his patient tell a story of severe back and leg pain following a knee replacement. Dr. Ted Siciliano has been in active practice for 35 years in the Manahawkin, NJ area.  Dr. Siciliano is a long-time certified Cox® Technic  practitioner who attends courses regularly to keep up on all the latest in research, biomechanics, and application of Cox Technic protoc...

On this episode, we get the privilege of hearing from both the doctor and the patient.  Dr. Salvator Tocco, a spine specialist practicing in Cleveland, shares a story of a patient who had had multiple back surgeries before entering his office.  Then we get to hear the patient tell his treatment outcome with Dr. Tocco. Dr. Tocco has over twenty five years of clinical experience. Working together wi...

New York, spine specialist, Dr. Gary Stefanick tells us an uplifting story about a woman who regained her life back after having debilitating sciatica. Dr. Stefanick is a 1980 graduate of Rutgers College with a B.S. degree in Human Kinetics/ Biology, his further education was received in 1983 as a Doctor of Chiropractic from New York Chiropractic College. Dr. Stefanick continued on with post docto...

This episode's spine specialist, Dr. Craig Dillman shares an interesting story of a physician who injured his neck doing a yoga head stand. Dr. Dillman has over 35 years experience treating the most difficult spine cases.  He often receives referrals from other doctors to defer spinal surgery and reduce pain, particularly individuals who cannot take pain medication. His expertise is the treatment...

On this episode, we take a different approach to our interview to hear a patient's perspective on Cox Technic Flexion/Distraction Decompression manipulation. Mrs. Patricia Robbins graciously joins me to share her story of facing back surgery and finding hope for her future with the Cox® Technic treatments. Resources: Find a Back Doctor The Cox Table by Haven Innovation

On this episode, our spine specialist is Dr. Jeffrey Langmaid.  Dr. Langmaid brings non-surgical hope for patients diagnosed with spinal stenosis. Dr. Langmaid practices at the Laser Spine Institute in Tampa, Florida. He has presented and lectured at multiple hospitals and is frequently a featured speaker at continuing education conferences for his profession. Dr. Langmaid continually seeks ways t...

Spine specialist, Dr. Ted Arkfeld tells an interesting story of a high school student athlete who suffered a concussion during off season basketball. Dr. Ted A. Arkfeld has been in practice since 1988.  He practiced for over ten years in multidisciplinary clinics working alongside medical doctors and physical therapists.  For the last seven years his practice has primarily focused on the treatment...

Law enforcement officers have particular job requirements that predispose them to back pain.  Spine specialist, Dr Nate McKee tells us about these challenges. Dr. Nate McKee is a chiropractor out of Davison, MI. He graduated in 2016 with his Doctorate of Chiropractic from National University of Health Sciences. Dr. McKee and his wife, Dr. Shannon McKee, recently opened their chiropractic and acupu...