The Back Doctors Podcast with Dr. Michael Johnson

The Cox 8 Table made by Haven Medical is essential to the certified Cox Technic doctor.  It is a combination of Dr. James Cox's vision and the engineering genius of Mr. Don Wisner and his team at Haven Medical.  Mr. Wisner discusses the continuing evolution of the Cox Table and it's application in treatment spine pain and documentation of improving spine function. About Don Wisner, the President o...

Spine specialist, Dr. Shawn Nelson shares a story of a woman who had traumatic spine injuries that left her leg and the last four toes of her foot numb for 10 years.  He describes how he was able to help this patient return to a higher quality of life. Dr. Shawn Nelson My journey to becoming a Chiropractor began as a patient in my early teens.  I was being treated for some debilitating migraine he...

Spine specialist, Dr. Robert Borzone and his patient tell their story of continuation of care from one Certified Cox Technic doctor to another. 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...

Spine specialist, Dr. Jasmine Hornberger and her patient share her story of recovery following a second back surgery. About Dr. Jasmine Hornberger I have been in private practice at Inspired Health in Grand Haven, MI for just over eight years. I was inspired to move here in 2012 to be close to Lake Michigan and infuse the grounded recommendations of being outside as part of my holistic approach to...

Dr. Steven Baroody shares an interesting story about a woman who receives lots of treatment on her shoulder for shoulder pain, but her shoulder is not the problem. About Dr. Baroody Dr. Steven Baroody is a 2004 graduate of New York Chiropractic College in Seneca Falls, NY. A martial artist for more than thirty years, he was introduced to chiropractic when he injured his lower back being thrown. Th...

Australian spine specialist, Dr. Amelia Pappas shares a story about an active 43 year old mother of four who experiences severe back pain that impacts her ability to care for her children. Dr. Amelia Pappas, BSc BAppSc Mast Clin Chiro Certified Cox Flexion Distraction Practitioner Member CA and ACA Your spine is your most important structural asset-, It's the key to movement and function. Dr. Amel...

Spine specialist, Dr. Tyler Lomnicki shares a story of a gentleman who has many health challenges in addition to his severe back and leg pain. Dr. Tyler Lomnicki has been in practice since 2014 after graduating from the National University of Health Sciences near his hometown of Chicago, IL.   Dr. Tyler is a board certified Chiropractic Orthopedist, achieving Diplomate status from the Academy of C...

Julie Cox-Cid, the daughter of Dr. James Cox, the developer of Cox Technic shares her very personal experience as a patient suffering with a large disc herniation. Resources: Find a Back Doctor The Cox 8 Table by Haven Medical http://thebackdoctorspodcast.com/  

Neurosurgeons recommended immediate spine surgery for a former professional football player with neck pain.  Dr. Matthew Scott explains how he treated this large man with non-surgical Cox Technic and prevented him from having neck surgery. About Dr. Scott I am Dr. Matthew Scott and practice in Fresno in the Central Valley of California. Specializing in the treatment of disc injuries, degenerative...

Listen as spine specialist and founder of the Cox Technic, Dr. James Cox discuss the non-surgical treatment of scoliosis. 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 Col...

On this episode, I along with two patients share their stories of back and leg pain after having previous back surgeries. ABOUT DR. JOHNSON Hi…I'm Dr. Michael Johnson. I'm a practicing physician specializing in treating spinal related problems. My professional quest for over 25 years has been to find the most effective treatments for the most painful and debilitating spine conditions. We live, exi...

Spine specialist, Dr. Ted Magnuson shares a remarkable story of a wheelchair bond patient who walks again. Dr. Magnuson practices in Lancaster, CA.  He is Cox Technic Certified doctor.  Dr. Magnuson treats difficult spine cases, mostly patients with disc issues. Resources: Contact Dr. Magnuson Find a Back Doctor The Cox 8 Table by Haven Medical http://thebackdoctorspodcast.com/

Dr. Nima Rahmany talks about the connection of stress and anxiety to chronic pain. About Dr. Nima Dr. Nima helps people who are stuck in toxic relationships who, career limbo, and emotional trauma overcome their anxiety and create powerfully aligned relationships by deepening their intimate relationship with the most important person of all: themselves. Resources: Dr. Nima Rahmany The "Becoming Tr...

Psychotherapist, Daniel G. Lyman, LCSW, relates the mind-body connection and chronic pain with this patient story. Daniel G Lyman, LCSW is a licensed psychotherapist and mental health coach, specializing in anxiety, depression, chronic pain (TMS, MBS, Central Sensitization, PPD, Amplified Pain), sexuality and LGBTQ related issues.  Based in Los Angeles, California, Daniel also offers Skype Coachin...

Dr. Bret White from Keiser University shares a story about a retired mail worker with back and leg pain as a result of a synovial cyst. Dr. Bret White is an Assistant Professor for the Keiser University, College of Chiropractic Medicine in West Palm Beach, FL.  He is also an Attending Physician in the KUCCM Student Clinic.  He was the first chiropractor to hold a faculty position at the prestigiou...

Spine specialist, Dr. Ted Siciliano shares a story of a gentleman who couldn't sleep at night due to his arms going numb. Dr. Ted Siciliano has been in active practice for 41 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 protocols...

There is NO data supporting a lumbar fusion for low back pain.  However, the rate of it keeps rising and it is costing the U.S. 40 billion dollars annually!  Dr. David Hanscom quit his complex spinal surgery practice to dedicate his life to stopping unnecessary and harmful surgeries and ending chronic pain. Dr. David Hanscom is an orthopedic complex spinal deformity surgeon who was base in Seattle...

Spine specialist, Dr. Travis Cross shares a story of a young cross-fitter with a large disc herniation treated with Cox Technic. Dr. Travis Cross Dr. Travis Cross is a certified Cox Technic practitioner with a decade of experience working with spinal disc related conditions. Dr. Cross has an undergraduate degree in exercise physiology and is board certified in Georgia to practice chiropractic and...

Cox (R) Certified Chiropractor, Dr. Joel Dixon from Australia shares a story of pain management treating a Vietnam Veteran for 20 years. Dr. Joel Dixon Chiropractor and Cox® Certified Practitioner Graduating from RMIT School of Chiropractic in 1986, Dr Dixon has concentrated his professional development in spinal disc decompression therapies since becoming certified in Cox® Technic in 2000. He is...

In this episode, Dr. Cox continues his discussion on the influence of the vagus nerve in health and healing. He also shares a paper on mechanobiology, that is, how the cells of the body are constantly remodeling and adapting to their ever-changing mechanical environment. He concludes with a paper that goes beyond the 5 senses of sight, hearing, touch, smell, and taste to the newly described sevent...

On this episode we continue with Dr. James Cox's presentation on spinal manipulation and the immune system.  He presents information on the parasympathetic nervous system and the vagus nerve. 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...

On this episode, Dr. James Cox takes us on a deep dive into spinal manipulation and its effects on the immune system. 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 National University of Health Sciences, Palmer College of Chiropractic Re...

Dr. Tyler Hill shares a story of a friend of his with right shoulder pain resulting from a pinched nerve. Dr. Hill Chiropractic Clinic, in Ottawa, IL, is the area's leading chiropractor serving Ottawa, Marseilles, Morris and surrounding areas. Professional Associations Member of the Illinois Chiropractic Society Certifications Palmer College of Chiropractic Graduate Cox Technique - Spinal Decompre...

Cox (R) Certified Chiropractor, Dr. Danica Newbold from Australia shares a story of a call center worker with severe neck pain and loss of grip strength who gets relief with Cox® Technic Flexion Distraction Manipulation. Dr Danica Newbold Chiropractor and Cox® Certified Practitioner Dr. Newbold completed her Chiropractic studies and graduated from RMIT University in 2016. Prior to this, she had qu...

Nova Scotia Spine specialist, Dr. Mark Baker shares a story of an active senior citizen with low back and leg pain.  He explains what sclerotogenous pain is and how he treats it. Dr. Marc Baker Lake Echo & Dartmouth Locations                                      After completing his Bachelor of Science degree at Mount Allison University, Dr. Baker went on to New York Chiropractic College and compl...