The Back Doctors Podcast

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 do his undergraduate studies, before moving to Davenport Iowa to attend Palmer College of Chiropractic.

Since his graduation, he has worked in clinics ranging as far and wide as Hyderabad, India. He finally found his home in Grand Rapids MI, and in October 2008 he opened the doors to Active Life Chiropractic. Dr. Ward is also the team chiropractor for the Grand Raggidy Roller Derby team.

Dr. Ward is proud to be a part of one of the largest philanthropic organizations in the world, the Shiners Hospitals. The Shiners Hospitals are committed to helping children with neuromusculoskeletal conditions, burn injuries and other special healthcare needs. His clinic has also helped raise over 60,000.00 for Cystic Fibrosis research.

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Call:  616-361-9888

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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 remain active through injury or excessive training. He is certified in Cox® Technic Flexion Distraction Manipulation and the Graston technique.

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http://www.sewickleyspine.com/

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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 protocols were started 48 years ago by Dr. James Cox. At Leading Edge Sport & Spine, they are very proud to be offering this cutting-edge, non-surgical pain relief methods.

When the nation’s top chiropractic organizations teamed up with Prevention Magazine to honor six U.S. doctors with the Chiropractic Award of Excellence, they chose Dr. Schantz. He was selected to represent the pinnacle of community service and clinical excellence for the Southeast.

Dr. Schantz has been twice honored by the Georgia Chiropractic Association as Humanitarian of the Year- a distinction shared with former President Jimmy Carter. Dr. Schantz volunteers his time with Flying Doctors of America, having performed chiropractic on medical missions to Peru, Guatemala, Vietnam and Peru.

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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 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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Cox® Technic

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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 conditions with the Cox® Technic Flexion Distraction Spinal Decompression Manipulation.  She has 30 years of clinical experience and is a highly sought after in the Ottawa area.

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613-830-8632

Dr. Bruneau’s websites

http://drevelynebruneau.com/index.html

http://www.easternontariolocumservice.com/index_e.html

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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 year old farmer who had a spine fusion and was having difficulty walking.

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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. Grgula studied Acupuncture with Dr. Chih-Wei Rei, Chinese Orthopedic Surgeon, and Chiropractic Physician.

She is originally from Massachusetts, and practiced in Chicago for one year, after graduating from National. She has been living and practicing in Sedona since 1996, and now in North Phoenix since 2007. Since the sale of her Sedona practice, she now practices solely in North Phoenix, AZ.

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Contact Dr. Leisa at http://drleisa@caringpainrelief.com

Call: 1-(602)-493-2228

Dr. Grgula’s website

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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 Full Body, Biomechanics and Long Nerve Entrapment certifications in Active Release Technique (ART). He is an avid triathlete and has completed the Boston Marathon.

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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 accurately diagnosis his patients, resulting in overall better care.

Dr. Glass in one of the few Chiropractic/ Radiologist physicians throughout the entire state of Ohio who is certified to perform Cox® Technic Flexion Distraction Manipulation .

While there are nearly 60,000 Chiropractors nationally, only 1% of them have chosen to focus on studying and caring for the most difficult spine pain conditions with well-researched protocols like Dr. Glass.

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Jefferson Park Spine Specialists

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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 spring of 2015 he opened a second Disc Clinic in Dartmouth Nova Scotia.

Given his strong belief and passion for the Cox® Technic, Dr. Baker became a hands-on instructor and has taught workshops for other doctors from Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Quebec, Canada.

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http://www.thediscclinic.com/

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