The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson

SynerFuse™ is a Minnesota-based medical device company innovating the spine industry with its integrated approach to spinal fusion and chronic pain. 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. There are mo...

Spine specialist, Dr. Nate McKee shares a story of an automobile mechanic unable to work due to his severe leg pain. 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...

Our spine specialist on this episode is Dr. Matthew Collins.  Dr. Collins shares a story of a young woman injured in an automobile accident who continued to have pain long after her spine should have healed, but why? Spine specialist, Dr. Matthew Collins is the director of TWIN CITIES HEADACHE NECK & BACK. Matthew Collins, DC, DACRB is a 1999 graduate of Northwestern College of Chiropractic where...

Spine specialist, Dr. Shay Corbin shares a story of a gentleman with unrelenting neck and arm pain. Dr. Shay Corbin runs the Spine and Sports Rehab Center in Baton Rouge, Louisiana and also has an office in Port Allen.  Dr. Corbin was the PGA Tour Chiropractor, from 2004 to 2007 traveling to tour events around the nation working with the world's best golfers treating for all injury types, assistin...

Spine specialist, Dr. Tony Nalda is on a mission to change the current medical model for the treatment of scoliosis.  He explains the current state of scoliosis management and offers hope for the future with an evolving body of conservative management. DR. TONY NALDA DOCTOR OF CHIROPRACTIC Severe migraines as a young teen introduced Dr. Nalda to chiropractic care. After experiencing life changing...

Spine specialist, Dr. Scott Vrzal shares his personal experience with headaches and his journey to diagnosing and treating patients with headaches. Dr. Scott J. Vrzal EDUCATION 1993 Doctor of Chiropractic - Los Angeles College of Chiropractic 1993 Internship - Thie Chiropractic - Pasadena, CA 1989 ndergraduate - California State University - Long Beach, CA 1987 Associate Arts - West Valley Junior...

On this episode of The Back Doctors Podcast, you'll get to hear from  Dr. James M. Cox  who is the developer of  Cox® Technic   Flexion Distraction Manipulation.  He is a remarkable doctor who has dedicated his life to finding the most effective treatment for back pain.  He presents published research on the efficacy of Cox Technic and discusses the future of Cox Technic and chiropractic. About Dr...

Spine specialist, Dr. Dan Spencer shares a story about a 34 y.o. farmer who injures his back while working on a combine. Meet the Doctor Dr. Daniel D. Spencer Chiropractor Dr. Dan has served on the Contact For Health physician staff since October, 1995. He attended Adrian College.  Dr. Dan was named to the Adrian College Dean's List four times, and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biolo...

Spine specialist, Dr. Vilmarie Soto Gonzalez shares the story of a 51-year-old with a disc protrusion causing low back and leg pain.  Dr. Soto explains how she treated this patient successfully using Cox Technic. Dr. Soto is a graduate of Life University and has done post-graduate training in Cox Technic.  She practices in Puerto Rico. Resources: Call Dr. Soto at 787-776-3030 Neurospinal Health Ce...

Dr. Matt DiDuro shares with us a new technology that is sweeping the nation for reducing pain and inflammation. Dr. DiDuro brings over 24 years of Clinical experience to his patients, and currently runs two separate offices in Atlanta & Alpharetta. His practice is patient based with a focus on care for diabetics & neuropathic pain. Dr. DiDuro was one of the first chiropractors in New York that was...

Dr. Antonio Rodriguez shares an incredible story about a wheelchair bound patient who is able to walk again. Dr. Antonio Rodriguez Doctor of Chiropractic specializing in spinal decompression. He is also certified in the Webster technique for prenatal care and by the ICPA in pediatric care. In addition, he is an animal lover and has two dogs, Rinny and Lola. Health and well-being for all! Resources...

Spine specialist, Dr. Jorge Segall shares a story of a taxi driver with years of chronic back pain. Dr.  Jorge Segall Bessudo  graduated as a  Chiropractor from the State University of the Valley of Ecatepec (UNEVE), in addition to taking a course at the Parker College of Chiropractic in Dallas, Texas.  He has had post-graduate training in Cox Technic. He has participated as a speaker and teacher,...

Joe Proskewitz, a strength training and fitness coach shares his own back surgery story and his quest to help others with back pain. Joel Proskewitz has been working to improve the lives of athletes, low back patients and general population clients for over 25 years. After becoming a national champion in two of the most demanding sports, Karate and Bodybuilding and with an excess of 30,000 hours o...

Spine specialist, Dr. Eric Frank shares a story of an active middle-aged women who has a very difficult spine condition to treat and a limited amount of time to get her well before she is schedule to consult with a neurosurgeon. Dr. Eric Frank is a 1988 Graduate of Logan University.  He has been operated Physician Associates of Pensacola, Inc. since 1990 until his recent retirement.  He has extens...

This week, Mr. Eric Miller has a frank discussion about finances for doctors.   Eric has served over 20 years in the financial industry and co-owns a national financial planning company dedicated to serving the needs of healthcare owners.  He has personally had over 20,000 conversations with practice owners at every phase of ownership.  He has published countless articles, videos, and podcasts on...

Spine specialist, Dr. Timothy Gagan shares a success story using Cox Technic on a landscaper who has low back pain with pain down his leg and into his foot.   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 thro...

Spine specialist, Dr. Matthew Alexander shares a back pain story of a high school athlete with an elusive diagnosis. Dr. Alexander enjoys spending time with his lovely wife Katie and their four children, Annie, Ethan, Ellie and Georgie. He enjoys the outdoors, adventure sports, waterskiing, ATVs, and snowmobiling.  Dr. Alexander serves the Lord as a deacon at Bible Baptist Church and is a strong s...

Dr. Kim Lombardy shares a story of a chronic back pain patient who was prescribed and became addicted to opioids.  Dr. Lombardy describes this patient's condition and how he successfully treated his back pain with Cox Technic eliminating his dependence on opioids. Dr. Kim Lombardy is a native of Sandusky, Ohio. After suffering from chronic pain and illness, stemming from a childhood accident, and...

Spine specialist, Dr. Martin Fleming discusses a 30-year-old patient who woke up with back pain. Dr. Martin Fleming is a friendly and compassionate chiropractor providing care in midtown Manhattan. Dr. Fleming attended the University of Bridgeport, where he earned his chiropractic degree. He was awarded and completed two special community-based internships affiliated with the University. He obtain...

Dr. Nathaniel Marcel explains what Bertolotti Syndrome is and how he successfully treated his patient using Cox Technic . Dr. Nathaniel Marcel has always loved to work with his hands. His original pursuit in his undergraduate studies was to attend medical school and become a surgeon. As his senior year in undergrad neared its end he had a deep sense that he was being called to something else. His...

Spine specialist, Dr. Jay Young tells a story of a 54-year-old active woman with a 30-year history of back pain who presents to him with acute low back and leg pain.  He shares how she was successfully treated with Cox Technic . About Dr. Young: Dr. Jay Young graduated with his doctorate in Chiropractic from Palmer Chiropractic College in Davenport IA, where Chiropractic was founded. Since graduat...

Chiropractic radiologist, Dr. Cliff Tao shares his expertise in reading spine images. Dr. Cliff Tao was born in Ottawa, Canada now lives in Irvine, California. He has owned and operated a nationwide private chiropractic radiology practice since 2004. Following graduation from National University of Health Sciences in Chicago, Dr. Tao completed his 3-year full-time chiropractic radiology residency...

On this episode of The Back Doctors Podcast, you'll get to hear from  Dr. James M. Cox  who is the developer of  Cox® Technic   Flexion Distraction Manipulation.  He is a remarkable doctor who has dedicated his life to finding the most effective treatment for back pain.  He presents published research on the effectiveness of Cox Technic in the treatment of post-surgical continued pain syndrome. Ab...

Spine specialist, Dr. Lee Hazen shares a story of a chronic back pain patient with several comorbidities that gets 70% relief with Cox Technic. Lee Hazen, D.C. Dr. Hazen graduated Cum Laude from Cleveland Chiropractic College of Los Angeles in 1989. After a short post-ceptorship in Burbank, Ca, he was invited to become a resident in Dr. James Cox's clinic. From 1989 until 1998 he was co-director a...

Dr. Kelly Brinkman from Logan University shares with us her clinic experience with compression fractures. Dr. Kelly Brinkman earned her BS degree from Iowa State University in 1983 and graduated from Logan College of Chiropractic in 1990. She has been in private practice in both Illinois and Missouri and has worked on a volunteer medical team on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation. She finished the...