Spine specialist, Dr. James Proodian shares a story with us about a 30 year-old teacher with a minor disc bulge but with major pain.

Dr. James Proodian is an accomplished physician and health educator whose passion for helping people achieve better health led him to establish Proodian Healthcare Family of Companies, which includes Natural Healthcare Center (a state-of-the-art healthcare facility); Wellness at Work (health and wellness education programs for businesses and organizations); and Put Back What You Lack (a web-based store that provides pharmaceutical-grade supplements).

Dr. Proodian’s expertise for the past two decades has been in the area of physical rehabilitation, and he has successfully established himself as a spinal specialist. Many leading medical doctors in the fields of orthopedics, interventional pain management, and neurosurgery utilize his practice for nonsurgical therapy in the treatment of spinal and extremity pain.

In his work, Dr. Proodian advocates the science of functional medicine, which takes an integrative approach to treating patients by addressing their physical, nutritional, and psychological needs. A patient-centered practitioner, he is known to spend quality time with his patients, learning their unique health histories and identifying underlying clinical imbalances.

Resources:

Dr. Proodian’s website

Dr. Proodian’s blog

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Dr. Kyle Pankonin a spine specialist who practices in Minnesota, shares a story of a farm wife suffering with sciatica.

Dr. Kyle Pankonin graduated from Northwestern College of Chiropractic in 1999. Prior to studying at NWCC, he attended South Dakota State University and Southwest Minnesota State University. Dr. Pankonin opened Red Rock Chiropractic Center in April 2000, and in December 2010 moved his practice to a larger facility designed to better accommodate our patients.

Dr. Pankonin has continued his education to ensure our patients receive the most comprehensive and advanced health care. He has diplomates in chiropractic pediatrics and orthopedics and is a certified functional medicine practitioner. He is also a US DOT certified medical examiner and is certified in Graston Technique, Webster Technique, Cox Flexion-Distraction and Motion Palpation.

Resources:

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Spine specialist, Dr. Adam Propper enthusiastically shares two stories of phenomenal results using Cox® Technic for severe neck and arm pain.

Dr. Adam Propper, D.C., C.C.S.P.

When I was 8 years old, I suffered a severe head and neck trauma. Shortly after came my migraine headaches. My doctors had no answers for my problem and I suffered many years with these debilitating headaches.

Fortunately, one of my college classmates invited me to her office and I became a chiropractic patient. She told me how my problem came from nerve pressure in my spine. I had no idea what chiropractic was, but her explanation made so much sense to me.  None of my doctors told me I could be helped.  Not only did my headaches get resolved, my overall health and immunity improved. Chiropractic worked! It saved my life and stopped my suffering. From that point on I was dedicated to becoming a chiropractor and helping others the way I was helped.

Today my practice is filled with people who come to us with all sorts of problems. My patients want to stop taking medications for pain; they want a clear concise diagnosis and treatment plan; they don’t want to spend hours waiting or being treated in a doctor’s office. And most of all, My patients want and get results!.

I love chiropractic and the simplicity of how chiropractic works. It can change a person’s life.

I have personally trained with Dr. James Cox, D.C.DACBR, and some of the top chiropractors in the world. They taught me how to be a healer: First: It’s about listening to people carefully. Second: It’s about applying the Philosophy, Art, and Science of chiropractic correctly. That’s our purpose. My staff and  I would be honored to have the opportunity to help you and your family.

Resources:

Dr. Propper’s website

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A cervical disc herniation is treated in this 61 year-old man by spine specialist, Dr. Dave Langholff.

Dave Langholff, D.C., FACO

Dr. Langholff completed his Bachelor of Science degree at UW-Green Bay, and continued on to National College of Chiropractic, where he was awarded his Doctor of Chiropractic in 1981. He has had extensive postgraduate education in a variety of disciplines, including Chiropractic Orthopedics, Rehabilitation, Nutrition and Industrial Injury treatment and prevention. He received board certification in Chiropractic Orthopedics in 1992. He has additional training in Cox Flexion-Distraction procedures soft tissue treatments, as well as Frequency Specific Microcurrent. He is a Fellow of the American College of Chiropractic Orthopedists and maintains memberships in the:

• American Chiropractic Association
• Wisconsin Chiropractic Association
• American College of Chiropractic Orthopedics

When not in the office, Dr. Langholff enjoys cycling, gardening, riding his Vespa, reading and travel.

Resources:

Dr. Langholff’s website

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Spine specialist, Dr. Jenna Kloor shares a patient story about spinal arthritis.  She explains her treatment approach for patients suffering from arthritic spine pain.

Dr. Jennifer Kloor (Dr. Jenna) received her Bachelor of Science degree in neuroscience from Regis University in 2010. She spent the next four years studying for her Doctor of Chiropractic degree at Life University where she graduated Magna Cum Laude.  Dr Jenna is currently one of only three Cox Technic certified chiropractors in the state of Colorado. This certification and unique approach have allowed her to have remarkable success with a wide spectrum of back issues including spinal disc injuries and stenosis.  In addition to private practice, Dr. Jenna works with The Chanda Center for Health, a non-profit that provides specialized chiropractic care, massage therapy, acupuncture and physical therapy for persons with physical disabilities including spinal cord injuries. In her free time, Dr. Jenna is an avid backpacker and exercise enthusiast- running her first marathon this year.

Resources:

Dr. Kloor’s website

Chanda Plan Foundation

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Spine specialist, Dr. Mark Korchok follows the story of an adolescent female athlete with scoliosis through her sports career, college, then treating her through her pregnancy.

Dr. Mark Korchok is an experienced and well-respected chiropractic physician in Cincinnati where he has his full-time practice. His wellness based practice integrates advanced chiropractic techniques with lifestyle education, exercise rehabilitation, nutritional counseling, athletic performance enhancement and family care.  He is a Cox® Technic certified practitioner.

Resources:

Dr. Korchok’s website

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On this episode, spine specialist, Dr. Jasmine Hornberger shares a story of a patient with spinal stenosis who presents with groin pain, hip pain, and incontinence.

Dr. Jasmine has been in private practice in Grand Haven for almost six years and was inspired to move here in 2012 to be close to Lake Michigan. She infuses the grounded recommendations of being outside as part of her holistic approach to health and healing and enjoys hiking, sailing, paddle boarding and the beach. Dr. Jasmine has over 300 hours in functional nutrition and focuses on balancing body chemistry using Standard Process whole food supplements. She believes in supporting the internal chemical environment to aid in the recovery of injuries and imbalances. She became Cox Technic Flexion/Distraction certified in the fall of 2015 and has been implementing the gentle traction-force technique in her treatment plans ranging from minor over-use injuries to post-surgical pain syndromes and is trained to handle complex, multi-faceted clinical presentations. Dr. Jasmine is passionate about helping her community move away from pain-based, reactionary care and focuses on long-term prevention and holistic natural living. She believes everyone has the capability to remove interference in their life, restoring optimal body function and reclaiming a full, vibrant life.

Resources:

Dr. Hornberger’s website

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A firefighter is involved in a motor vehicle collision on his way to a fire.  Spine specialist, Dr. Samantha Ford tells of his multiple spinal injuries and the treatment that got him back to work.

Dr. Samantha Ford (Dr. Sam) is from Pampa, TX.  She received her undergraduate training at Texas Tech University where she was studying Cell and Molecular Biology.  She attended Texas Chiropractic College in Pasadena, TX and graduated Valedictorian and Summa Cum Laude.  She also received a BS in Human Anatomy.

She has extra certification in Cox Technic Flexion Distraction Spinal Decompression and Kinesiotaping.  She has special interest in sports related injuries and myofascial release  Dr. Sam enjoys golfing, fly fishing, reading and bar-b-qing.

Resources:

Dr. Ford’s website

phone 1-806-665-7261

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Spine specialist, Dr. Robert Borzone treats the most difficult spine cases.  He shares a story of a gentleman with D.I.S.H and a former Olympian with back pain.

Dr. Borzone graduated from Rider College with Bio major/ Chem minor.  He attended NY Chiropractic College and graduated 1983. He is licensed to practice in NY, NJ and Florida  Dr. Borzone practiced on Long Island at the Wholistic Health Center in Manhasset- part of the New Center for Wholistic Health Education and Research which later became the New York College for Professional Health Studies- Massage Therapy, Acupuncture, Chinese Herbs and Wholistic Nursing. He taught in these
programs both Western and Eastern Sciences. He trained in Oriental Bodywork called AMMA Therapy and Acupuncture. Dean of the Massage School and involved in becoming the first to offer a college degree for massage.
Originally certified in Cox Technic in 1997, recertified in 2016.
Adjunct instructor at Nassau Community College, teaching General Biology and Human Nutrition
Adjunct instructor at Stony Brook University from 1996 to 2016, teaching Complementary and
Alternative Medicine for the School of Social Welfare
Private practice in Syosset since 1999 integrating Chiropractic with Traditional Chinese Medicine and Craniosacral Therapy.
Consultant for Rivkin Radler law firm- providing expert review of Acupuncture No Fault claims.

Resources:

Dr. Borzone’s website

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Spine specialist, Dr. Sean Flynn helps a gentleman avoid a third back surgery and regain his mobility.

Dr. Sean Flynn graduated from Briar Cliff University with a bachelor of science in biology. After that he enrolled at Palmer College of Chiropractic. While there, he worked as a clinical radiology intern and participated in programs such as Clinic Abroad, which presented him with the opportunity to travel to Salvador, Brazil where he and the other participants provided free care at clinics and orphanages. Dr. Flynn graduated with honors from Palmer in 2008, receiving his Doctor of Chiropractic degree. Later that year he opened Flynn Chiropractic in Sioux City, Iowa.

In 2012, he completed a certification course through the National University of Health Sciences Post-Graduate Division in the Cox® Flexion Distraction decompression technique. He is the only chiropractor in Sioux City to hold any certification in Cox® Flexion Distraction.

Resources:

Watch Dr. Flynn’s demonstration video

712-224-2747

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