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

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 College of Chiropractic Research Center, Loyola Stritch School of Medicine, University of Illinois, University of Iowa, Auburn University, etc. He is a member of the postgraduate faculty of the National University of Health Sciences and has been privileged to speak throughout the world.

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Dai F1, Yu PF1, Liu JT1, Jiang H1. [A 5 year follow-up study on non-surgical treatment of ruptured lumbar disc herniation]. Zhongguo Gu Shang. 2020 May 25;33(5):414-9. doi: 10.12200/j.issn.1003-0034.2020.05.005. [Article in Chinese]

Minetama, Masakazu PT, PhD; Kawakami, Mamoru MD, PhD; Teraguchi, Masatoshi MD, PhD; Kagotani, Ryohei MD, PhD; Mera, Yoshimasa MD; Therapeutic Advantages of Frequent Physical Therapy Sessions for Patients With Lumbar Spinal Stenosis. SPINE: June 1, 2020 – Volume 45 – Issue 11 – p E639-E646

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Faraj SSA1, Haanstra TM1, Martijn H1, de Kleuver M2, van Royen BJ1. Functional outcome of non-surgical and surgical management for de novo degenerative lumbar scoliosis: a mean follow-up of 10 years. Scoliosis Spinal Disord. 2017 Dec 5;12:35. doi: 10.1186/s13013-017-0143-x. eCollection 2017.

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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, exist, and function in a gravitational environment. This takes a toll on our spine, our posture, and thus our overall health. Conditions such as degenerative disc disease, arthritis, disc herniation, spinal stenosis, previous spine surgery, and pregnancy can cause back pain, leg pain, neck pain, arm pain, and a host of other spinal related symptoms.

My goal is to connect you with a doctor who can help you.

THE BACK DOCTORS PODCAST:

The mission of The Back Doctors is to engage in meaningful exchanges with doctors from around the world who have a similar passion in treating the multitudes of individuals suffering with spine pain. I want to find hope for you. There is help out there, let’s go find it together.

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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.

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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.

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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 Coaching throughout the world.  With thousands of hours experience and clients on 5 different continents, Daniel’s training and experience can help you reach your goals, including reducing anxiety, overcoming depression, eliminating chronic pain, and much more.

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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 prestigious Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston, where he was a Clinical Instructor in the Department of Public Health and Family Medicine for 5 years.  Dr. White graduated in 1995 from the New York Chiropractic College. He practiced for 10 years in Boston and has been practicing in south Florida for the last 15 years, with a special emphasis on sports injuries and orthopedics.  Dr. White is diplomate of the American Board of Chiropractic Orthopedists.

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Keiser University Spine Care Clinic

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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. He has written several case reports for the monthly Cox Technic Case Report publication and shares cases at Cox Seminars on a regular basis. He conducts practical, hands-on workshops with his colleagues at his Mayetta, New Jersey office.

Resources:

Dr. Siciliano’s website

Case Report link

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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, WA.  He quit his practice and is on a mission to re-introduce true healing into medicine.  He believes that doctors should spend quality time with their patients so they can listen and understand their situation.  He is the author of Back in Control: A Surgeon’s Roadmap Out of Chronic Pain, and his most recent book is Do You Really Need Spine Surgery: Take Control With a Spine Surgeon’s Advice.

Resources:

BackInControl.com

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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 physiotherapy. Dr. Cross is also board certified by the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners. With nearly 20 years experience, Dr. Cross has found a unique balance of chiropractic, specifically Cox Flexion/Distraction, and physiotherapy that is producing very positive results for his patients who typically exhibit the most serious symptoms. Dr. Cross has continued his intense study of spinal disc degenerative conditions and has added the latest Cox 8 table to the clinic in order to provide the best possible Chiropractic adjustment. Dr. Cross also has been working as a hands on workshop instructor teaching other Chiropractors from around the southeast the proper protocols and application of the Cox Flexion/Distraction adjustment. The latest advancement in 2017 is the identification and treatment of neck/cervical disc conditions that are now being successfully treated with Cox F/D and the advanced Cox 8 table.