Pain Management

Choosing Wisely Campaign and how can it help chiropractic patients achieve the best care possible

 
 
Dr. Christine Goertz, the Senior Scientific Advisor for the American Chiropractic Association, the leading professional association representing chiropractors in the United States joins eHealth Radio and the Chiropractor & Health News Channels.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Christine Goertz discuss the following:
What is the Choosing Wisely campaign and how can it help chiropractic patients achieve the best care possible?
Two of ACA’s recommendations are related to reducing X-ray exposure. Can you tell me more about that? What do patients need to know?
The third recommendation says to avoid using therapies like heat, cold, electrical stimulation and ultrasound alone. Why is that? Many people find that those are quick and easy ways to find pain relief.
The fourth recommendation deals with chronic pain and mental health. Tell us more about that recommendation...and about the connection between chronic pain and conditions such as depression and anxiety.
The last recommendation cautions against long-term use of very common items -- lumbar supports or lumbar braces – for the treatment or prevention of low-back pain. How are these items helpful for acute pain but maybe less so for long-term conditions?
Where can patients go to find a good chiropractor?
 
Dr. Christine Goertz, DC, PhD, currently chairs the American Chiropractic Association’s Committee on Quality Assurance and Accountability. Goertz is also the Vice Chancellor for Research and Health Policy at Palmer College of Chiropractic and Chief Executive Officer of the Spine Institute for Quality (Spine IQ.)
Her scientific interests include clinical and health services research evaluating patient-centered outcomes and interprofessional collaboration related to complementary and integrative health care delivery, with a focus on spine-related pain and disability. Goertz has been the recipient of several awards for her work in the chiropractic field, including ACA's 2012 Chiropractor of the Year, the 2013 Lincoln Research Prize, and the 2011 Palmer College Chiropractic Honorary Alumna.
In March 2017, Goertz accepted the prestigious Scott Haldeman Award for Outstanding Research by the World Federation of Chiropractic on behalf of the Palmer College Research Team for conducting a large-scale, multi-site clinical trial which studied the effectiveness of chiropractic care for active-duty military personnel with low-back pain. For over 25 years, Goertz has addressed multidisciplinary science and health policy issues at the state and federal levels, and has served as a member of the American Medical Association’s Measurement Advisory Committee and a program officer of the NIH National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH), where she managed a portfolio focused on musculoskeletal disease, pain, and health services research.  She is a member of the NIH/NCCIH National Advisory Council as well as a Fellow of the International College of Chiropractors. She received her doctor of chiropractic from Northwestern Health Sciences University and a PhD in Health Services Research Policy and Administration from the University of Minnesota.
 
 
Website: www.acatoday.org
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Back to Basics: Injury Prevention and Treatment

 
 
Dr. Robert Hayden, a media spokesperson and the Georgia delegate for the American Chiropractic Association, the largest professional chiropractic organization in the United States joins eHealth Radio and the Chiropractor & Health News Channels. Dr. Hayden is also a practicing chiropractor in Griffin, Georgia.
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Robert Hayden discuss the following:
Let's talk about back pain. Who is at risk of suffering from back pain?
What can the public do themselves to improve and maintain their spinal health throughout their lifetime?
What if self-care alone doesn't work? How can chiropractors help?
What evidence is available to support what chiropractors do?
How can people learn more about chiropractic and find a good chiropractor near them?
 
Dr. Robert Hayden maintains a private practice in Griffin, Ga., just south of Atlanta. Dr. Hayden is a media spokesperson for the American Chiropractic Association and serves as the Georgia delegate in the ACA House of Delegates.
Dr. Hayden is a past president of the Georgia Chiropractic Association and was named the organization’s "Chiropractor of the Year" in 2006. Prior to receiving his doctor of chiropractic degree, Dr. Hayden was a cardiovascular clinical nurse specialist. He devoted 18 years to the nursing profession, serving as executive director of the Mississippi Nurses’ Association, and as a registered lobbyist and continuing education consultant.
Dr. Hayden holds bachelor’s degrees in chemistry and nursing, and received his master’s degree in nursing from the University of Alabama. He also holds a PhD from the University of Mississippi and in 1995 received his doctor of chiropractic degree from Life University.
 
 
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Second Annual Cannabliss Retreat in Joshua Tree, September 28 - October 2, 2017

 
 
Sari Gabbay aka MizzCannabiz who is a cannabis entrepreneur who owns the creative agency Redefining Cannabis, & is the Founder and CEO of Cannabliss Retreats and partner of KARE joins eHealth Radio and the Health News Channel.
 
Listen to host Eric Dye & guest Sari Gabbay discuss the following:
How is this retreat important for people who are curious about cannabis?
What is the focus of the KARE - kannabis accreditation regulation and education and why is it so crucial in our society today?
What other wellness benefits will people receive at the retreat?
Every retreat has a mission, what is the overall mission of the retreat?
Take us through a sample itinerary so guests can know what to expect...
Where is the location of the event?
What other retreats do you have planned coming up?
How can people attend?
 
Kannabis Certification and Accreditation Program KARE To Launch At Second Annual Cannabliss Retreat in Joshua Tree With Headliner Citizen Cope (9.28.17 - 10.2.17)
KARE - Kannabis Accreditation Regulation and Education - the first standardization certification program is launching at the second Cannabliss Retreats September 28 - October 2, 2017 in Joshua Tree.  All guests attending the 5-Day retreat will be KANNA-KARETM certified, a program developed by Dr. Ira Price a leader in Cannabinoid Medicine for the past 7 years. By obtaining this certification industry advocates, professionals, employees and patients will receive knowledge standards and a certification process that will improve the application of a unique and complex medicine, so that patients can further understand their health, backed by Dr. Price’s evidence and research. This allows people to know their medicine and make the proper recommendations and decisions that serve the greater wellness good.
Guests will get the full blissed-out experience, through education, gourmet medicated and non medicated food, creative workshops, sacred ceremonies, sound baths, yoga, meditation, hiking in the desert, and full access to the festival.  The guests will have the opportunity to learn about the plants and themselves through their experiences of connecting with a variety of plant medicines, expanding their mind, awakening their spirit and strengthening their body.  In addition to cannabis they will be hosting ceremonies which will include; Cacao and other various conscious awakening herbs.
 “The first cannabliss retreat was an incredible event and an amazing personal experience! from the organizers to the retreat guests to the daily visitors, everyone had a wonderful time.  it felt like we were all part of a brand new movement full of infinite possibility.  the seminars, the yoga, and the lifelong connections that we made were all revelatory, and the food was a definite highlight of the week.  cannabis has the potential to change the world, and this retreat was a sample of what that could look like.  i will undoubtedly attend cannabliss retreats in the future, and look forward to be a citizen of the blissful new world that that they are helping create!” - Michael Debernardi, Cannabliss retreat guestThe food will be primarily organic, family style, catered by the company GrassFed, who specialize in pop-up cannabis social dining experiences, featuring culinary master chef Gladys Nyoth, who infuses her African influence with farm- to-table style cooking with cannabis to create the ultimate elevated pallet enhancing experience. Cannabliss Retreats have partnered with a solid roster of sponsors who are excited to co-create this experience with their guests.  Sponsors currently include: Esoteric Edibles, Redefining Cannabis, Synergy Health, FlowKana, Medicine Box, hmbldt, Marley Natural, Bloomfield, Fiddlers’ Greens, B-Edibles, Buz Meraki, Babinka, Redwoods Farms and many more sponsors are jumping on board rapidly.As a spin off of the retreat a give-back initiative will also be launching called Set Free Soldier.  This upcoming day event will be sponsored by Cannabliss Retreats and Soul Line Solutions to create a platform of resources, offering people and primarily VETS who suffer from PTSD to gain alternative healing through experiential education, industry experts, and plant medicine products and information.“If we aren’t focusing on healing the ones who need it the most then we are not working hard enough to change the stigma” Says Lane Carlson - Co-Founder of Set Free Soldier
About:
Founded by Sari Gabbay aka Mizz Cannabiz, with the intention of creating an experience that awakens consciousness and educates the masses about the benefits of cannabis and plant medicines. Sari Gabbay has had over 14 years experience in building brands for lifestyle companies two years ago transitioned her business into a cannabis creative agency called Redefining Cannabis.  Through her passion for awakened consciousness, wellness and cultivating her connections she created the brand Cannabliss Retreats.  Sari partnered with Dr. Ira Price who developed the KARE certification program, to create the ultimate educational platform, through experience, enjoyment and complete and total wellness. Their vision is to expand this into a retreat center that offer education and integrated methods to understand the most beneficial, personalized use of cannabis.  Quotables:
“This is growing into its own entity, it has now become an experience that is co-created by industry leaders and influencers who believe in the mission and are a big part of curating conscious community with cannabis. We are bringing education, conscious awareness, excitement and ceremony to the masses and showing the world how precious and healing cannabis is.  Everyday is an opportunity to wake up” - Sari Gabbay
 
Retreat Location:Joshua Tree Sept 28 - Oct 2
Website: www.cannablissretreats.com

Bio-Hacking & Anti-Ageing with Dr. Emily Kiberd

 
 
Dr. Emily Kiberd, Chiropractor, wellness media expert and movement specialist & Owner/Founder of Urban Wellness Clinic where they are movement experts—chiropractic doctors, physical therapists, personal trainers, and athletes—empowering people to move smarter, better, and pain-free joins eHealth Radio and the Chiropractic & Health News Channels.
 
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Emily Kiberd discuss the following:
What are some health situations where you've seen biohacking utilized as a remedy.
BioHacking allows you to better understand your body, further enabling one to heal themselves- how have you chosen to teach this practice?
What do you find to be different about biohacking vs. other practices
Do you think biohacking will change the future? How do you think we can get more people to be inspired by it
Whats your most favorite piece about the practice that isn't a common factor.
 
Dr. Emily Kiberd is the founder of Urban Wellness Clinic, the premier wellness center in Midtown Manhattan. Dr. Kiberd is a Chiropractor, a luxury fitness-wellness media expert, and incredulous biohacker.
Dr. Kiberd's mission is to optimize every patient's health in order to empower them to move smarter, stronger, and pain free. From the corporate executive to celebrities, and from the professional athletes to the weekend warrior; Dr. Kiberd has used her combined power of medical knowledge with health and wellness to created a community of experts at Urban Wellness Clinic. The team ensures wellness becomes a naturally progressive process of your everyday life.
As a result of her integrated style, Dr. Kiberd has been featured in more than 40 media outlets including Self, Refinery 29, Vogue, Observer, Dr. Oz, Elle and I Heart Radio to name a few. Dr. Kiberd is often quoted on her expertise within biomechanics, nutrition, and high level fitness-athletic performance. Dr. Emily has also trained soccer star Alex Morgan and Olympic runner Sarah Cummings.
As a certified Yoga instructor, she develops wellness programs with Yoga as a base for her corporate clients. Corporations such as Fortress Investment Group, Corbin Capital, Sundance Channel and other Fortune 500 companies have found extended value in the corporate wellness programs Urban Wellness has brought to them. Dr. Kiberd leads education workshops for other Yoga teachers, to help them deepen their understand of anatomy and biomechanics.Dr. Kiberd's passion for her work shows both in and outside the clinic. If she's not brushing up on health journals, she's taking continuing education classes and workshops on the newest techniques. Dr. Kiberd believes there's always more to learn about the body and how we use it. From new yoga sequences to heal injuries, to learning how to heal strike in order to stop back pain; there's no magic pill, but if there were, Dr. Kiberd would discover it.
 
 
Website: www.Urbanwellnessclinic.com
Social Media Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/urbanwellnessclinic Twitter: @DrEmilyKiberd

Platelet Rich Plasma (known as PRP) as a natural treatment for hair loss, orthopedic pain and skin rejuvenation

 
 
Jennifer Nicholson a Board Certified Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner who owns and operates Youthful Balance Medical Center, an age management and wellness practice located in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida joins eHealth Radio and the Health News & Pain Management Channels.
 
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Jennifer Nicholson discuss the following:
What exactly is PRP?
What types of ailments or conditions can PRP potentially help with?
So you mentioned that PRP can potentially help with hair loss, can you share some more about how that works?
You also mentioned that PRP may be beneficial for treating injury or pain..how exactly does PRP help in those instances?
For people who are struggling with pain or injury, what else would you recommend in addition to potentially looking into PRP?
 
Jennifer Nicholson is a board certified Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner. She received her Bachelor’s degree in nursing from Florida International University and her Master’s degree in nursing from the Frontier School of Midwifery and Family Nursing. She started her nursing career in 2003 at Miami Children’s Hospital Emergency Department and Trauma Center in Miami, Florida.Jennifer has a strong background in both men’s and women’s health with a focus on disease prevention, bioidentical hormone optimization, weight loss, health maintenance, exercise and nutrition. She also specializes in the administration of Juvederm, Botox and PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma). Jennifer is committed to providing the utmost patient care by listening to patient’s concerns, symptoms and goals.
 
 
Website: www.youthfulbalance.net Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YouthfulBalanceMed

Inside the Massage Clinic: Unspoken Complaints

 
 
Edward Chang that Owner of a neuromuscular massage therapy business who is proud to have helped many people, a success he attributes to taking a very personalized approach with his clients joins eHealth Radio and the Health News & Massage Therapy Channels.
 
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Edward Chang discuss the following:
As a former medical massage therapist you must have seen a lot in the industry. What would you say is the number one problem for your clients?  
What causes the lack of proficient massage therapists?
How do you find proficient therapist?
If they are hard to find how do you isolate the good ones from the bad?
Is there anything clients can do at home in the absence of a decent therapist?
What advice would you give someone if that was the only piece of advice you could give them?
 
Edward Chang is successful entrepreneur based in Irvine, CA. Owning a neuromuscular massage therapy business, he is proud to have helped many people – a success he attributes to taking a very personalized approach with his clients. In addition to being an active entrepreneur, he is also a personal trainer and actor.
Edward’s start in business “assistant coaching” began when a few friends who were paying lots of money for business coaching from top coaches, were having difficulty “sticking with” or implementing what they learned. Always eager to help, Edward began helping them stay on track. This ensured that they were getting the most out of their coaching programs!
Edward has combined his knowledge from personal training, acting, massage therapy, and business to craft a program that SUPPLEMENTS the core training provided by the larger coaching programs. It’s these concepts and practices that Edward wants to bring to your life, to maximize your “business potential and gains.”
 
 
Website: www.changedwards.com
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Rapid growth, dynamic and effective product line, thriving as a small cap company in a difficult environment

 
 
Todd Davis, the CEO & Founder of Endexx Corporation, a diversified company with two key operating entities (M3Hub/Autospense Technologies & CBD Unlimited-Hemp Nutraceuticals joins eHealth Radio and the Diabetes, Health News & Nutrition & Pain Management Channels. Todd has 26 years experience in the Investment Banking and Small Cap Markets.
 
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Todd Davis discuss the following:
Why are phytocannabinoids so important for quality wellness?
What methods and testing are you using with CBD?
How are your products helping People and Pets?
How well are your products performing in the market?
On the side, how are your developments with Autospense Progressing?
Are you uplisting and completing your Audit?
 
Todd Davis is Chairman and CEO of Endexx Corporation and has been since 2003. Todd was an Investment Banker/Stockbroker, and trading analyst from1990-2000. He also serves and has served as CEO/President/CFO/COB and Director in multiple publicly traded companies from 2001-2016 (present).
Endexx provides innovative inventory management and technology solutions. Endexx, with its collaborative partners and consultants, develops and distributes two consumable product lines derived from industrial hemp, which is organic and naturally rich in phytocannabinoids. Phyto-Bites®, is its CBD-infused soft chews for dogs. The dog treats are formulated to promote health and support the reduction of separation anxiety, pain and inflammation. The company also has two technology products and services that launched in 2014 -- the M3hub and the Autospense™. Both products provide essential solutions to promote regulatory compliance and fullEndexx accountability through "seed to sale" inventory management and an "End of Sale" technology integration. Based on principles developed by the pharmacological industry, the m3hub platform is the first standardized software solution for tracking pharmaceutical grade marijuana that maintains compliance with federal, state and local regulations. It is intended to provide a smooth transition to eventual federal mandates. The Autospense™ is a commercial grade inventory control and dispensing device that provides up-to-the-minute accounting details and ensures both product and patient security. By automating the dispensing process, Autospense™ increases productivity and reduces costs for marijuana retailers, while enhancing their service quality by reducing transaction time for customers.
 
 
Websites: www.endexx.com | www.cbdunlimited.com

New Guidelines on Low Back Pain Recommend Use of Non-Drug Treatments First Before Medications

 
 
Dr. William Lauretti, a media spokesperson at the American Chiropractic Association, the leading professional association representing chiropractors in the United States joins eHealth Radio and the Chiropractor & Health News Channels. Dr. Lauretti is also an associate professor at New York Chiropractic College.
 
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. William Lauretti discuss the following:
The American College of Physicians recently updated their guidelines for the treatment of acute and chronic low back pain. What changed, and why is the change significant?
What is spinal manipulation and how exactly does it help those suffering from low back pain?
What does the research tell us about spinal manipulation?
Is spinal manipulation the only way that chiropractors can help people suffering from low back pain? What else do they do?
How can one find a good chiropractor?
 
Dr. Bill Lauretti spent more than 12 years in private practice in Maryland before joining the Chiropractic Clinical Science faculty at New York Chiropractic College in 2005, where he is currently an Associate Professor. He has written numerous journal articles and textbook chapters about the risks of chiropractic neck treatments, and has lectured extensively on the topic. He has been interviewed by major news outlets about chiropractic risks, including CNN, The Boston Globe, The San Francisco Chronicle and Reuters News Service. 
Dr. Lauretti received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Western States Chiropractic College (now University of Western States) in 1989.  A Fellow of the International College of Chiropractors, he is a past recipient of New York Chiropractic College's Excellence in Teaching Award and ACA’s Presidential Award for Outstanding Achievement. He was also named the Maryland Chiropractic Association’s Chiropractor of the Year 2000, and is a past president of the Faculty American Chiropractic Association.
 
 
 
Website: www.acatoday.org
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What is Applied Kinesiology and how is it different from other forms of medicine?

 
Dr. Gus Spatharakis, who owns and operates two Advanced Health and Wellness Clinics in the Chicago area joins eHealth Radio and the Health News & Pain Management Channels. Dr. Gus and his team use the methods of Applied Kinesiology to help patients suffering from health issues feel good again.
 
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Dr. Gus Spatharakis discuss the following:
Applied Kinesiology (AK) is a new term for most of our listeners, can you explain what AK is and what are some of the methods behind your treatment?
What type of diseases or disorders do you most commonly treat?
How do you assess new patients or go about uncovering what you described as underlying causes of pain?
What results have you seen in your patients? 

In your mind, what are the most common misconceptions about Holistic/alternative health treatments?
What advice would you give folks about their everyday health choices?
 
Dr. Gus J. Spatharakis D.C. was born in Crete, Greece in 1968. He and his family immigrated to the United States in December of 1975 and proudly became United States citizens in 1981. Dr. Spatharakis attended Loyola University of Chicago where he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in 1995. He obtained his Doctorate of Chiropractic at the National College of Chiropractic in April of 1999. During his time at the National College of Chiropractic, he served as Sergeant of Arms at the esteemed Sigma Phi Kappa fraternity. He was a founding member, president, and instructor of the Applied Kinesiology Club on the NCC campus.Upon graduation he was awarded the honor of Clinician of His Class, the highest honor that can be bestowed upon interns for their clinical skills, work ethic, and compassion toward their patients. Dr. Spatharakis’ post-graduation education has taken him all over the country where he has amassed over 1400 hours of Basic Applied Kinesiology courses. He has learned from several instructors including founding members George J. Goodheart, David Leaf, Louis Boven, Al Zatkin, and has been personally mentored by Daniel H. Duffy Sr., one of the true legends of Chiropractic.Before finding his passion in health care through Applied Kinesiology, Dr. Spatharakis spent eleven years studying Eastern philosophy through the martial art aspect, achieving a third-degree black belt in eight different styles, and assisting in the training of hundreds of students. Dr. Spatharakis is an active supporter of a number of worthy charitable organizations including the Rape Victim Advocate Group of Chicago, Muscular Dystrophy, and the Jerry Lewis Foundation.
 
Website: www.drguswellness.com
Social Media Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrGuswellness Twitter: @drguswellness

Why 40% of newborn babies won't stop crying and what to do about it

 
Gai Williams, an Australian pharmacist, international author and a partner in a business called Willby's Wind and Colic which provides help, support, advice and natural solutions to new moms whose newborn babies are suffering the debilitating effects of wind, colic and reflux joins eHealth Radio and the Children's Health and Health News Channels.
 
Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels & guest Gai Williams discuss the following:
What prompted you to change from the community pharmacy to your new business Willby;s Wind and Colic?
What is colic, what causes it and how long does it last?
How does your Willby's product differ from other commercially available products on pharmacy shelves?
How did your book No More Tears Colic Relief come about?
I believe you have a free advice service associated with your business - tell us about that.
 
Gai Williams, B. Pharm., A.F.A.I.P.M., is an entrepreneurial Australian pharmacist and author of the book “No More Tears Colic Relief”.During her extensive pharmacy career, she has gathered experience from a multitude of business and pharmacy seminars and pioneered many pharmacy firsts. Twice she has offered her pharmacy premises to be the flagship for new pharmacy concepts, she has become a barista to install a Gloria Jean’s Coffees franchise within her pharmacy and established Pharm-A-Temp which was the first independent fee for service pharmacy locum business in Victoria.Her passion for pharmacy began when she was employed as a Saturday morning girl in her local pharmacy and the desire to make a difference in the pharmacy world has never waned. She believes in offering the best products and advice possible and her search for excellence has culminated in her first published book about baby colic relief –a condition which affects 40% of babies and about which there has been little information until now.Gai’s professional pharmacy career has been enhanced along the way by receiving awards such as an associate fellowship of the Australian Institute of Pharmacy Management, a finalist berth in the Telstra Business Women’s Awards in 2000 and her achievement of becoming the first female chairperson of Guardian Pharmacies Australia.She has been a speaker at many pharmacy courses and business conferences and continues to investigate every possibility to enhance the competitive retail health market.Gai is committed to making a difference in the healthcare of her patients and believes that the community pharmacy model in Australia is the best in the world.Her belief in making a difference and giving back has resulted in a lifetime commitment to parent committees during her children’s education and a leadership role as President of the Boronia Chamber of Commerce – a position she held for many years. She has also served as a business representative on many Knox Council committees. She is also the current Vice Chair of the Board of Mt Evelyn & Districts Financial Services which oversees the running of both the Mt Evelyn and Montrose branches of the Bendigo Community Bank network.Gai is still a practicing pharmacist and, with her business partner Greg, has established Willby’s Wind and Colic –Australia’s only destination hotline for mums needing support, advice and treatment solutions for their babies suffering from the debilitating effects of wind, colic and reflux. Calls and emails are answered by a pharmacist with at least 15 years of experience in the wind and colic space so mums are always receiving the best expert advice.
 
Website: www.willbyswindandcolicmix.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/willbyswindandcolicmix