Elite Spine Radio

In this episode, Thomas is joined by Dr. Michael Hartle. Dr. Michael Hartle is not only a chiropractic physician, but he is also a board-certified Clinical Nutritionist (DACBN), a Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician (CCSP), a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), a Master SFG Instructor with StrongFirst, and an Active Release Technique (ART) provider since 1995. A nationally-ranked powerlifter, who has won several national titles with USA Powerlifting, Dr. Michael is also the Chairman of the Sports Medicine Committee of USA Powerlifting (USAPL). He was the Head Coach of the USAPL World Bench Press Team for eight years, winning the 2004 World Championship Team Title. His best competition lifts are 705lb squat, 535lb bench press, and 635lb deadlift with a best combined total of the three lifts of 1,840lbs in the 275lb weight class.   Follow Dr. Hartle on IG at @drmichaelhartle or on Twitter at @drmichaelhartle Follow Dr. Kauffman @thomaskffmn on Twitter or on Instagram @tomkffmn Follow Elite Spine Radio @elitespineandperformance on Instagram and @elitespineplus on Twitter www.thomaskauffman.com www.elitespineandperformance.com    

In this episode, Thomas is joined by Dr. John Belovich from Optimum Performance Chiropractic and Rehabilitation in Saint Louis.  Dr. Belovich graduated from Logan University in 2019 and started his private practice in 2021. Dr. Belovich takes us through the diagnosis of Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI), his personal experience with bilateral FAI and his journey from surgery back to lifting weights.  Follow Dr. Belovich on IG at @drjbelovich Follow Dr. Kauffman @thomaskffmn on Twitter or on Instagram @tomkffmn Follow Elite Spine Radio @elitespineandperformance on Instagram and @elitespineplus on Twitter www.thomaskauffman.com www.elitespineplus.com    

In this episode, Thomas is joined by PhD student Janette Hynes from the University of Auburn. Janette holds a Masters Degree in Kinesiology with a special interest for individuals with disabilities and is currently enrolled at the University of Auburn pursuing her PhD in Kinesiology with a special interest identifying exercise interventions for adaptive individuals.  Janette is also an adaptive CrossFit coach and research collaborator at the Adaptive Training Academy and is working on their newest certification, which she will be talking more about in this episode. Follow Janette on Instagram at @twinlouie Follow Dr. Kauffman @thomaskffmn on Twitter or on Instagram @tomkffmn Follow Elite Spine Radio @elitespineandperformance on Instagram and @elitespineplus on Twitter www.thomaskauffman.com www.elitespineplus.com    

In this episode Thomas is joined by Bernard Boekkooi, a 5th year chiropractic student at Johannesburg University in South Africa.  Bernard shares a glimpse into his chiropractic education, why he chose chiropractic, and his experience as a student with evidence based medicine.  Follow Bernard @BTBoekkooi on Twitter Follow Dr. Kauffman @thomaskffmn on Twitter Follow Elite Spine Radio @elitespineandperformance on Instagram and @elitespineplus on Twitter    

In this episode we are joined by Coach Jim Seratt, MS, CSCS and talk about his journey as a strength coach in the armed forces and discuss how barbell training and strength coaching has helped his athletes become more resilient physically and mentally in and out of the gym. Find Jim Seratt @jimberjacked Thank you for Subscribing, Rating and Reviewing Elite Spine Radio. Do not forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Email Doctor Kauffman with your most interesting and pressing questions on musculoskeletal medicine, health and fitness at: info@elitespineplus.com Disclaimer: The content and information shared in Elite Spine Radio is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in Elite Spine Radio represent the opinions and views of Thomas Kauffman and his guests.

In this episode we are joined by Dr. Nick "The Fittest Doc" Nwabueze and talk about his journey into medicine and CrossFit, and discuss how patients should approach the vetting process when choosing a primary care provider in this changing healthcare landscape.  Find Dr. Nick on SteadyMD @thefittestdoc Subscribe, Rate, & Review Elite Spine Radio Do not forget to visit our website, like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Email Dr. Kauffman with your most interesting and pressing questions on musculoskeletal medicine: info@elitespineplus.com. Disclaimer: The content and information shared in Elite Spine Radio is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in Elite Spine Radio represent the opinions and views of Thomas Kauffman and his guests.

In this episode Thomas is joined by Dr. Sean Hiller DPT from Vulcan Performance.  Dr. Hiller is a Physical Therapist in Alabama with a special interest in blood flow restriction and rehabilitation.  Join Thomas in this episode and learn more about Blood Flow Restriction and the amazing science behind it.  You can find Dr. Hiller on Instagram at @vulcanmovement Follow Dr Kauffman on Instagram at @tomkffmn Visit www.thomaskauffman.com to keep up with new content and adventures.   

In this episode, Thomas sits down to chat with Ian "the rhino" Daniel, 2x Crossfit athlete, powerlifter, and owner of Fortitude Sports Performance to talk about his mindset as an elite athlete, how he got to where he is now, and ways YOU can get there. Follow Ian on Instagram at @ian.the.rhino Follow us on Instagram at @elitespineandperformance Follow Dr. Kauffman at @tomkffmn Find this podcast on Spotify, Apple or your favorite podcast player and leave us a comment.    

In this episode Thomas sits down with LadyBeef Inc. Head Coach and Owner Alyssa Parten.  Coach Parten holds a Bachelor's in Exercise and Sport Science and minor in Nutrition, dual Masters degree in Human Movement Science and Strength & Conditioning, and is currently pursuing her doctorate in Exercise Science and Health Promotion at the University of North Alabama.  Coach Parten continuously strives to learn and utilize a mix of the most up-to-date research, practical applications, and personal experience and experimentation, to better equip her athletes and in this episode she takes us through her journey from BS to PhD Candidate. 

In this episode packed with behind the scene details and information as a small business owner, fitness enthusiast and entrepreneurship, Thomas looks back at 2021, the good, the bad and the ugly, and shares the changes that are coming personally and professionally in 2022.    Go check out his personal blog at https://www.thomaskauffman.com

In this short episode, we discuss the idea and principles of Evidence Based Medicine as described by Dr. Sackett, and dive into what Evidence Based Medicine is not. 

Welcome to Elite Spine Radio, our goal here is to provide you with some great informatin every week or so, that the average student, person, or practitioner doesn't get unless they are out there actively seeking it. Want us to answer a question?  Please feel free to email us at: info@elitespineplus.com