Spine Stabilization Surgery: NFL Player Ryan Shazier’s Incredible Comeback
While the linebacker for the Pittsburgh Steelers braced for impact against the Cincinnati Bengals, Ryan instantly fell to the turf…
“Sure Enough, This Was My Life-Saver!”: Esteban Castaneda
Esteban was determined to do well with his physical activities, including good performance on the job. However, despite his ability…
“I Didn’t Need My Walker Any Longer!”: Kathleen Cowitz-Laski
Kathleen Cowitz-Laski could no longer lift her leg nor get into a car without back pain – a big problem…
“I Would Recommend It to Anybody”: Tim Watts
Between his work running a farm and his passion for the outdoors, 40-year-old Tim Watts was constantly on his feet…
Stronger and Stronger: Dave Patten
Having worked as a programmer for more than 30 years, 46-year-old Dave Patten describes himself as a “technical guy” and…
Back to Normal Living: Stephanie Proulx
Chronic back pain doesn’t pick and choose when it encroaches on your life. It can strike at any time, whether…
A Big Relief: Michael Reitz
Seven weeks out from a minimally invasive spinal fusion and decompression, 60-year-old Michael Reitz is feeling great. It’s a world…
Becoming Normal Again: Lori Kuzior
After Lorraine Kuzior was injured in a car accident, she found herself falling down on the job — literally. When…
I Waited—Don’t Wait: Michael Shaffer
Michael Shaffer had had some back problems — the usual aches and pains — but that didn’t prepare him for…
A World of Difference: Glenn Steig
After an accident on the job, Glenn Steig thought he’d just pulled a muscle. But when he went to work…