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Casey Gonnella was 11 years old when he started Transcutaneous Spinal Neuromodulation (TSN). Fast forward a few years and he now a published co-author on an academic publication discussing his case study in the Journal of Neurophysiology, along with the grandfather of Spinal Neuromodulation, the late Dr Reggie Edgerton, Dr Susan Hastings and his mother, Jennifer Gonnella. In this conversation, Mindy Silva from WiredOn Development sits down with Dr Susan Hastings, Jen, and Casey to discuss their research paper, Neuromodulatory Strategies Overcome Multiple Inevitable Impairments of Cerebral Palsy, J. Neurophysiol. 2026, 136, 445–458, They address skepticism about Casey's diagnosis and detail his pre- versus post-TSN changes, including major gains in tactile sensation, easier movement, and new visual, auditory, cognitive, swallowing, and facial-expression awareness. The discussion emphasizes that the paper's key clinical contribution is proprioceptive derived intervention (PDI): training midline, alignment, head/neck control, weight shifts, and eyes-open/eyes-closed strategies to uncouple vision from movement, often using unstable surfaces. They also cover FES and TheraTogs, hands-on versus hands-off guidance, risks of reinforcing wrong patterns, individualized dosing, and the need for experienced clinicians who have evidence of long-term outcomes from children they'v worked with. 00:00 Welcome and Paper Intro 00:49 Honoring Reggie Edgerton 01:39 How the Paper Came Together 02:50 Did Casey Really Have CP 05:46 Life Before and After TSN 08:04 Early Choices and Surgery Pressure 11:02 PDI Explained and Midline 20:49 Hands On vs Hands Off 23:24 TheraTogs Reality Check 29:24 Eyes Closed Motor Learning 31:54 FES Before TSN and Weight Shifts 34:19 Pictures in the Brain 39:16 Barefoot Proprioception Tips 40:50 Ball Sitting Midline Test 42:19 Parenting Through TSN 45:22 Alignment Cues Tongue Trick 46:55 Vision Changes and CVI 52:10 Session Flow and Breaks 55:10 One Week Withdrawal Crash 01:04:11 Dialing Stim Too High 01:07:34 Slow Skill Ownership 01:10:21 Facial Expression Practice 01:11:16 Facial Expression Practice 01:13:21 Hidden Emotions in CP 01:15:50 TSN Changes Awareness 01:18:08 What the Paper Missed 01:22:55 Biggest TSN Improvements 01:24:21 Alignment and PDI Debates 01:29:14 How to Start Safely 01:35:45 Casey's Future Path 01:38:04 Research Still Evolving 01:41:37 Wrap Up and Resources

Casey Gonnella was 11 years old when he started Transcutaneous Spinal Neuromodulation (TSN). Fast forward a few years and he now a published co-author on an academic publication discussing his case study in the Journal of Neurophysiology, along with the grandfather of Spinal Neuromodulation, the late Dr Reggie Edgerton, Dr Susan Hastings and his mother, Jennifer Gonnella. In this conversation, Mindy Silva from WiredOn Development sits down with Dr Susan Hastings, Jen, and Casey to discuss their research paper, Neuromodulatory Strategies Overcome Multiple Inevitable Impairments of Cerebral Palsy, J. Neurophysiol. 2026, 136, 445–458, They address skepticism about Casey's diagnosis and detail his pre- versus post-TSN changes, including major gains in tactile sensation, easier movement, and new visual, auditory, cognitive, swallowing, and facial-expression awareness. The discussion emphasizes that the paper's key clinical contribution is proprioceptive derived intervention (PDI): training midline, alignment, head/neck control, weight shifts, and eyes-open/eyes-closed strategies to uncouple vision from movement, often using unstable surfaces. They also cover FES and TheraTogs, hands-on versus hands-off guidance, risks of reinforcing wrong patterns, individualized dosing, and the need for experienced clinicians who have evidence of long-term outcomes from children they'v worked with. 00:00 Welcome and Paper Intro 00:49 Honoring Reggie Edgerton 01:39 How the Paper Came Together 02:50 Did Casey Really Have CP 05:46 Life Before and After TSN 08:04 Early Choices and Surgery Pressure 11:02 PDI Explained and Midline 20:49 Hands On vs Hands Off 23:24 TheraTogs Reality Check 29:24 Eyes Closed Motor Learning 31:54 FES Before TSN and Weight Shifts 34:19 Pictures in the Brain 39:16 Barefoot Proprioception Tips 40:50 Ball Sitting Midline Test 42:19 Parenting Through TSN 45:22 Alignment Cues Tongue Trick 46:55 Vision Changes and CVI 52:10 Session Flow and Breaks 55:10 One Week Withdrawal Crash 01:04:11 Dialing Stim Too High 01:07:34 Slow Skill Ownership 01:10:21 Facial Expression Practice 01:11:16 Facial Expression Practice 01:13:21 Hidden Emotions in CP 01:15:50 TSN Changes Awareness 01:18:08 What the Paper Missed 01:22:55 Biggest TSN Improvements 01:24:21 Alignment and PDI Debates 01:29:14 How to Start Safely 01:35:45 Casey's Future Path 01:38:04 Research Still Evolving 01:41:37 Wrap Up and Resources

Dr. Kurt Olding shares with us the latest published recommendations for conservative treatment for spinal stenosis. Dr. Kurt Olding has been in practice for over 40 years, opening Minster Chiropractic Center in 1986 after graduating from National College of Chiropractic in Lombard, IL in 1984. Through the years Dr. Kurt has enjoyed treating all age groups, from infants to athletes and parents to grandparents. He took special interest in sports medicine during his early years in practice, completing 300 hours of continuing education through the Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician program. Dr. Kurt earned Cox® Technic certification in 2009. In 2012 he began co-instructing the technique, and since 2015 has been a full-time instructor alongside Dr. James Cox, Dr. Ralph Kruse, and Dr. George Joachim. Through his work with Cox® Technic, Dr. Kurt has had several exciting opportunities. In March of 2016, he taught Cox® Technic in Bern, Switzerland as part of the Swiss Chiropractic Academy's "technique series" program. Later that month, he presented research on Cox® Technic with his mentor Dr. James Cox at the annual Association of Chiropractic Colleges Research Agenda Conference. Dr. Kurt co-authored a paper published in the June 2016 edition of the Journal of Chiropractic Medicine titled Chiropractic Distraction Spinal Manipulation on Post-surgical Continued Low Back and Radicular Pain patients: A Retrospective Case Series. In 2015, Dr. Kurt became board certified as a Chiropractic Orthopedist, and a Fellow of the Academy of Chiropractic Orthopedists (FACO). He is also a board member of the Academy of Chiropractic Orthopedists, serving since early 2016. Dr. Kurt and his wife Jackie are Minster natives. They have three children: Sunni, Kregg, and Jack. Sunni and her husband Tyler joined the practice in 2014. Resources: Minster Chiropractic Center kurt.olding@gmail.com Find a Back Doctor thebackdoctorspodcast.com The Cox 8 Table by Haven Medical References: Young I, Dunning J, Butts R, Bliton P, Zacharko N, Garcia J, Mourad F, Charlebois C, Gorby P, Fernández-de-Las-Peñas C. Spinal manipulation and electrical dry needling as an adjunct to conventional physical therapy in patients with lumbar spinal stenosis: a multi-center randomized clinical trial. Spine J. 2024 Apr;24(4):590-600. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2023.12.002. Epub 2023 Dec 14. PMID: 38103739. Ammendolia C, Hofkirchner C, Plener J, Bussières A, Schneider MJ, Young JJ, Furlan AD, Stuber K, Ahmed A, Cancelliere C, Adeboyejo A, Ornelas J. Non-operative treatment for lumbar spinal stenosis with neurogenic claudication: an updated systematic review. BMJ Open. 2022 Jan 19;12(1):e057724. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-057724. PMID: 35046008; PMCID: PMC8772406.   Schneider MJ, Ammendolia C, Murphy DR, Glick RM, Hile E, Tudorascu DL, Morton SC, Smith C, Patterson CG, Piva SR. Comparative Clinical Effectiveness of Nonsurgical Treatment Methods in Patients With Lumbar Spinal Stenosis: A Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA Netw Open. 2019 Jan 4;2(1):e186828. doi: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2018.6828. PMID: 30646197; PMCID: PMC6324321.   Bussières A, Cancelliere C, Ammendolia C, Comer CM, Zoubi FA, Châtillon CE, Chernish G, Cox JM, Gliedt JA, Haskett D, Jensen RK, Marchand AA, Tomkins-Lane C, O'Shaughnessy J, Passmore S, Schneider MJ, Shipka P, Stewart G, Stuber K, Yee A, Ornelas J. Non-Surgical Interventions for Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Leading To Neurogenic Claudication: A Clinical Practice Guideline. J Pain. 2021 Sep;22(9):1015-1039. doi: 10.1016/j.jpain.2021.03.147. Epub 2021 Apr 12. PMID: 33857615.   Comer C, Williamson E, McIlroy S, Srikesavan C, Dalton S, Melendez-Torres GJ, Lamb SE. Exercise treatments for lumbar spinal stenosis: A systematic review and intervention component analysis of randomised controlled trials. Clin Rehabil. 2024 Mar;38(3):361-374. doi: 10.1177/02692155231201048. Epub 2023 Sep 16. PMID: 37715644; PMCID: PMC10829420.   Bise CG, Schneider M, Freburger J, Fitzgerald GK, Switzer G, Smyda G, Peele P, Delitto A. First Provider Seen for an Acute Episode of Low Back Pain Influences Subsequent Health Care Utilization. Phys Ther. 2023 Sep 1;103(9):pzad067. doi: 10.1093/ptj/pzad067. PMID: 37379349.   Hernandez-Martínez J, Cid-Calfucura I, Vásquez-Carrasco E, Perez-Carcamo J, Herrera-Valenzuela T, Aravena-Sagardia P, Barramuño-Medina M, Valdés-Badilla P. Timed Up-and-Go as a predictor of fracture risk: a systematic review and meta-analysis in a population of over 1.6 million people. Front Public Health. 2026 May 11;14:1841017. doi: 10.3389/fpubh.2026.1841017. PMID: 42200137; PMCID: PMC13199231.   Henn MC, Rae A, Fecker AL, McIntyre M, Larsen A, Wright J. A Nationwide Survey of the Spine Education of Medical Students. Cureus. 2026 Apr 4;18(4):e106443. doi: 10.7759/cureus.106443. PMID: 42093772; PMCID: PMC13139429.   James G, Ahern B, Goodwin W, Goss B, Hodges P. ISSLS Prize in Basic Science 2025: Structural changes of muscle spindles in the multifidus muscle after intervertebral disk injury are resolved by targeted activation of the muscle. Eur Spine J. 2025 May;34(5):1600-1613. doi: 10.1007/s00586-025-08646-x. Epub 2025 Jan 15. Erratum in: Eur Spine J. 2025 May;34(5):2046. doi: 10.1007/s00586-025-08744-w. PMID: 39810036.   Gong G, Yan Z, Lai Q, You P, Yu P, Li X, Wang Z, Lin S, Dai Y, Jiang H, Liu J. Inflammation preservation strategy: reconciling pain control and disc resorption in lumbar disc herniation. Front Immunol. 2025 Sep 2;16:1653681. doi: 10.3389/fimmu.2025.1653681. PMID: 40963597; PMCID: PMC12436131.

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What if your back pain isn't an issue with the spine at all? In this episode, I speak with my trusty podcast producer, Tony, all about the spine and how spinal mobility relates to pain, movement, and neural processing. I go over common history findings and assessments that indicate issues with the spine. I also go over findings that look like they indicate the spine, but may actually be visceral referred pain from internal organs or processing issues in higher order systems. I address common misconceptions and poor practices regarding spinal health and the importance of addressing root causes. Finally, I give the listeners ideas and resources on how to improve spinal mobility for a better neural network, less pain, and better movement. This episode covers topics such as deep tendon reflexes, gait analysis, sensory testing, bilateral muscle weakness, gut health, breathing, the parietal lobe, posture, neck injuries, nerve glides, vestibular drills, steel clubs, and more. Thank you to my podcast idea man and coach, Tony Fowler (Instagram: @tone_reverie) for helping me put together this episode! Free Resources: Join our mailing list HERE to stay up to date on the latest updates from Kruse Elite Join our free Cranial Nerve Masterclass here to get a taste of how neurology impacts your movement and pain issues Subscribe to our YouTube HERE for in-depth educational videos and tutorials Whenever you're ready here's how we can help you: Become an expert in problem solving movement and pain issues with our beginner neuro course, Neuro Foundations Master applied neurology so you can feel confident you can help anyone who walks through your door by joining our advanced neuro course, The Neuro Dojo

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Back and neck pain have become increasingly common in the digital age. Many of us spend hours each day sitting at desks, working on computers, or looking down at our phones, often without realizing the impact these habits can have on our spine. In this episode of Health Matters, host Courtney Allison speaks with Dr. Joseph Lombardi, an orthopedic spine surgeon at Och Spine at NewYork-Presbyterian, about why posture matters and what happens when poor positioning places excess strain on the neck and back. Dr. Lombardi explains the mechanics of the spine and how spinal discs function as shock absorbers between the vertebrae. He discusses the phenomenon known as "tech neck" or "text neck," describing how tilting the head forward dramatically increases stress on the cervical spine and may contribute to disc degeneration over time. The conversation also covers practical ways to support spinal health. Dr. Lombardi shares tips for setting up an ergonomic workstation, explains why sitting and slouching increase pressure on the lower back, and discusses the importance of taking movement breaks throughout the day. Finally, he highlights exercises that can strengthen the core and support better posture and outlines warning signs that may indicate a more serious spinal condition requiring medical attention. Chapters 00:00 – Tech Neck and the Hidden Stress on Your Spine How looking down at phones and computers increases strain on the neck and what happens to spinal discs over time 03:58 – Why Posture Matters for Long-Term Spine Health The connection between poor posture, disc degeneration, sciatica, and age-related changes in the spine 06:30 – Ergonomics, Sitting, and Building Better Habits Simple workstation adjustments, standing desks, movement breaks, and ways to reduce pressure on the spine 09:00 – Exercises, Prevention, and When to See a Doctor Core-strengthening exercises, healthy movement habits, warning signs of serious spinal issues, and practical tips for lifelong spine health Key Topics Covered Posture and spine health Tech neck and text neck Neck pain Back pain Disc degeneration Spinal discs and biomechanics Ergonomic workstations Standing desks Sitting posture Slouching and spinal stress Core strength Lumbar support Bird dog exercise Planks and core stability Sciatica Cervical spine health Lower back pain Sedentary lifestyles Healthy aging and the spine Physical therapy Spine injury prevention Orthopedic spine surgery Workplace ergonomics Musculoskeletal health Key Takeaway Good posture is about more than standing up straight. Everyday habits like looking down at a phone, slouching at a desk, and sitting for long periods can place significant stress on the spine and contribute to pain and disc degeneration over time. By improving workstation ergonomics, staying active, strengthening the core, and addressing symptoms early, people can take meaningful steps to protect their spine and support long-term musculoskeletal health. Doctor Bio Dr. Joseph Lombardi is an orthopedic spine surgeon specializing in the operative management of spinal disorders in adult and adolescent patients. His practice is focused on minimally invasive surgical treatments for both common and complex spinal conditions, including disc herniation, spinal stenosis, spondylolisthesis, and spinal deformity. Dr. Lombardi leverages the latest surgical technology – robotics, guided navigation, and advanced instrumentation – to provide patients with tailored surgical procedures, accelerated recovery times, and superior outcomes. After receiving his undergraduate and medical degrees from The George Washington University in Washington, DC, Dr. Lombardi went on to complete his post-doctoral residency training in orthopedic surgery at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center where he served as chief resident. Dr. Lombardi remained at Columbia and Och Spine at NewYork-Presbyterian for fellowship training in advanced adult and pediatric spine surgery. In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Lombardi is involved in training future surgeons as an assistant professor and vice chair of clinical research for Columbia University's Department of Orthopedic Surgery. As vice chair, Dr. Lombardi works closely with the orthopedic surgery research leadership team, as well as all faculty, residents and administration to further clinical research. His research interests focus on the application of new technologies to complex spinal conditions with the goal of improving patient outcomes. To date, Dr. Lombardi has published over 20 book chapters, authored over 100 peer-reviewed journal articles, and has received numerous academic awards, including: the Alpha Omega Alpha honors society, Julius S. Neviaser Award in Orthopedic Surgery, Harold M. Dick Award for Excellence in Orthopedic Surgery, and the Alexander Garcia Award for Excellence in Clinical Orthopedic Surgery. In his free time, Dr. Lombardi enjoys hiking, jogging, fishing and traveling.

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Welcome to the Atomic Anesthesia podcast hosted by CRNA professor Dr. Rhea Temmermand and Co-Founder Sachi Lord. On this show, you'll hear clear, clinically grounded discussions designed for nurse anesthesia residents and CRNAs who want to feel more confident in complex pharmacology, physiology, and real-world anesthesia decision-making.Want more content like this? Become a member of our learning platform: http://atomicanesthesia.comIn this episode:The critical distinction between high spinal and total spinal that everyone can define but few can actually tell apartWhy a negative aspiration on a labor epidural doesn't guarantee the catheter isn't sitting in CSFThe board favorite scenario where a spinal stacked on a failed epidural top off becomes one of the highest risk setups for total spinalWhy blood pressure stays normal in over half of total spinal cases and what the earliest reliable warning sign really is

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Spinal cord injuries are among the most devastating traumas a person can experience -- often resulting in permanent paralysis and loss of function. But what if the same type of electromagnetic fields we're usually concerned about could actually help repair damaged nerve tissue? In this episode, I explore a fascinating new study that examined how extremely low-frequency electromagnetic fields affect neural stem cells from the spinal cord. The findings reveal specific cellular mechanisms that could open new doors for spinal cord injury treatment -- and they raise important questions about how EMFs interact with our nervous system. In This Episode How extremely low-frequency EMFs affect neural stem cell behavior The role of calcium channels in EMF-mediated cellular changes Why this research matters for understanding EMF biological effects What these findings mean for everyday EMF exposure Featured Study Read the full study: Extremely low-frequency electromagnetic fields facilitate proliferation and functional differentiation in spinal neural stem cells See all studies at shieldyourbody.com/research

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Spinal Energetics helps you release the subconscious blocks and nervous system patterns that may be keeping you from receiving the abundance that's already available to you. In this episode, Danielle Amos and Tiffany Cohen, explore how healing limiting beliefs, rewriting your story, and creating safety in your body can help you step into your next level with greater ease and flow.If you're ready to break through your income ceiling and create lasting transformation, join Danielle's upcoming live event. Save your seat today: https://hello.danielleamos.co/ About Tiffany CohenTiffany Cohen is a transformational healer, subconscious strategist, and founder of Spirit + Soul Studio. Known as The Billion Dollar Healer, she helps high-performing founders, executives, and creatives align their subconscious, nervous system, and energy to unlock greater clarity, confidence, abundance, and authentic success. Through her signature Billion Dollar Healer Method, she blends Rapid Transformational Therapy, Spinal Energetics, nervous system recalibration, quantum visualization, and intuitive healing to help clients release limiting beliefs, overcome burnout, and step into their next level with purpose and alignment.Social links:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imtiffanycohenThe Billion Dollar Healer Method: https://thebilliondollarhealer.com/Work with Tiffany here: https://www.spiritandsoulstudio.com/tiffanyJoin us for The Income Ceiling Audit from July 14-16th to identify the exact pattern that has kept your income relatively the same year after year, no matter how hard you work or how many new strategies you try, and walk away with a clear, simple structure to start building your new income identity. Register here: https://empress.danielleamos.co/income-ceiling-audit-with-danielle-amos/Slow down to speed up. Join Danielle at Collingwood, Ontario, for 4 days of healing and inner transformation. Rejuvenation Retreat September 20-23, 2026.  Learn more here: https://empress.danielleamos.co/rejuvenation-retreat-september-2026/Get exclusive access to powerful behind-the-scenes riffs Danielle only shares with her inner circle. SUBSCRIBE to unlock it now and go deeper with me here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/818893/subscribeThe Success Society is your gateway to an elevated life - an empowering community for driven individuals who are ready to align with abundance, success, and purpose. Join us for less than a cup of coffee per month! https://empress.danielleamos.co/the-success-society/Want to start working with Danielle? Book a complimentary strategy call with The Success Society Team. We're here to support you. https://danielleamos.co/contact-usYou can catch the video version of this episode on Danielle's YouTube channel. Subscribe here: https://www.youtube.com/@thedanielleamosOne conversation with Danielle can change your life. Access my free gift, Success Mindset Workshop, here: https://successmindsetworkshop.danielleamos.co/If you love this episode, please share it on Instagram, tag Danielle, and send a DM @TheDanielleAmos; We'd be so grateful if you could leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.Support the showSupport the show

For patient referrals: call 602-521-3550What if the next era of spine surgery isn't about replacing surgeons—but giving them better tools? In this episode of Beyond the Rounds, we explore how robotics, artificial intelligence and advanced surgical techniques are shaping the future of spine care. Dr. Nicholas Theodore joins Dr. Nolan Fisher to discuss innovation in spine surgery, the role of technology in improving precision and how multidisciplinary expertise continues to drive better outcomes for patients.From complex spinal disorders to emerging technologies, Dr. Theodore shares insights into how robotics and AI are being integrated into clinical practice, where these tools add value and why the surgeon's judgment remains central to delivering high-quality care.The conversation also explores the evolving approach to spine surgery—from improving surgical planning and precision to advancing treatment options for patients with complex conditions. As technology continues to evolve, the future of spine care will depend on combining innovation with experience, collaboration and evidence-based practice.What We Cover• How robotics is changing the landscape of spine surgery• The role of technology in improving surgical precision and planning• Artificial intelligence and its potential applications in spine care• How advanced tools support—not replace—clinical expertise• The evolution of minimally invasive spine surgery• Treating complex spinal conditions with a multidisciplinary approach• The importance of innovation in improving patient outcomes• What the future of spine surgery may look likeKey Topics for Clinicians• Spine surgery• Neurosurgery• Orthopedic spine care• Surgical robotics• Artificial intelligence in medicine• Minimally invasive spine surgery• Advanced imaging• Surgical navigation• Spinal disorders• Complex spine care• Clinical innovation• Multidisciplinary careAbout Our GuestDr. Nicholas Theodore is a nationally recognized neurosurgeon specializing in complex spine surgery, spinal cord injury and advanced surgical techniques. He is known for his work in developing innovative approaches to spine care and advancing the use of technology in neurosurgical practice.How to Refer a PatientBanner Health providers: Use Cerner's Ambulatory Referral Management (ARM) tool. Community providers: Fax referrals to 602-635-6572 or call 602-521-3550 to schedule a patient for evaluation.DisclaimerThis podcast is intended for educational purposes only and is designed for a clinical audience. Any patient scenarios discussed are modified and de-identified to protect privacy. No protected health information (PHI) is disclosed. The information presented should not replace independent medical judgment or individualized patient care decisions.Subscribe to Beyond the Rounds for physician-focused conversations on clinical innovation, specialty collaboration and evolving standards of care.

Dr. Victor Santiago Pineda Award Winner International Activist as the Executive Director of CIL!  With his extensive experience as a global advocate for disability rights and his innovative vision, Dr. Pineda is set to lead the Center for Independent Living into an exhilarating new chapter of empowerment and inclusion.Victor Santiago Pineda was born in Caracas, Venezuela, At the age of two, Pineda was hospitalized with a high fever and for the next five years he demonstrated gradual weakening of his skeletal muscles. By age four, his weakened muscles caused him to fall repeatedly and by age seven, he stopped walking completely. His muscular deterioration would continue and eventually affect his breathing. By the time he was in high school, he needed to use a ventilator at night, and by the time he started his doctoral program in his late-twenties, he required a ventilator twenty-four hours per day.As a child, Pineda was diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA-Type II), a form of muscular dystrophy. However, as an adult, he was examined by a neurophysiologist who, with the use of electromyography, determined that there was no evidence to suggest Spinal muscular atrophy. The specific cause of Pineda's muscle weakness was identified as collagenopathy VI, resulting from an extremely common genetic mutation.Pineda attended Corona Del Mar High School in Newport Beach, California, and was selected by his graduating class as a commencement speaker. Upon graduating in 1997, Pineda attended the California Youth Leadership Forum for Students with Disabilities (YLF). As a freshman at the University of California Berkeley, he received specialized support services provided by the Disabled Students Office (DSP) and participated in the Disabled Students Residence Program (DSRP).While at UC Berkeley was elected senator for the ASUC student government, defended ethnic studies, with the leadership of Andrew Berk, he helped resurrect the long dormant Disabled Students Union (DSU). During this time he established the Disability Media Initiative (DMI) and the Pineda Foundation to provide 21st century workforce skills to youth with disabilities. Pineda earned a B.A. in political economy, a B.S. in business administration and, eventually, a master's degree in city and regional planning (MCP) with a concentration in regional economic development. He then accepted an internship in Washington, D.C., where he served as a summer associate at the US Treasury's Department of International Affairs.Pineda was awarded the Paul G. Hearne Award.Pineda's "It's About Ability" projectwas honored in Montenegro for the Best Humanitarian Action by UNICEF.Also in 2011, he received the prestigious Mark Bingham Award for Excellence in Achievement by a Young Alumnus/a, Cal Alumni Association for his work in education and human rights.© 2026 Building Abundant Success!!2026 All Rights ReservedJoin Me on ~ iHeart Media @ https://tinyurl.com/iHeartBASSpotify: https://tinyurl.com/yxuy23baAmazon ~ https://tinyurl.com/AmzBAS

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Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) has undergone a remarkable transformation over the past decade. Drs. Nancy Kuntz, Alicia Henriquez, and Angela Lek discuss how advances in disease-modifying therapies have fundamentally changed the outlook for children living with SMA, leading clinicians to rethink what constitutes a successful outcome in SMA care.Over the past decade, the management and treatment of spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) have been transformed, resulting in remarkable effects on young patients' neuromuscular function status, mobility, and quality of life. These improvements would have been difficult to imagine just a few years ago and challenge clinicians, researchers, patients, and families to rethink what is defined as a successful outcome in SMA care. According to Nancy Kuntz, MD, a child neuromuscular specialist from Lurie Children's Hospital, Chicago, when before the use of newborn screening and the latest treatments, the main outcome of interest was prolonged patient survival. Today, achievable patient outcomes include sitting upright, and walking independently. This is a long way from the palliative view of SMA care. The use of standard measurement scales of patient outcomes need to keep up with evolving expectations of caregivers and patients.This will require objective data, like biomarkers, x-ray changes, and the ability to see significant changes in motor scale scores, focused on types of motor function that is important to patients.Alicia Henriquez, MD, a pediatric neuromuscular specialist from Seattle Children's Hospital, pointed to one of the standard functional scales used in therapeutic clinical trials, the Hammersmith Functional Motor Scale Expanded (HFMSE). It is based on 33 distinct functional domains, but not all of those domains are of equal importance to patients and caregivers. And a change in HFMSE scale measurement may not be statistically significant for the purposes of clinical trials, but that incremental change in one domain may be highly important for the individual. The scales do a better job of detecting major changes in function but not what those changes mean for patients.The Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) is helping to bring more light to this issue. Angela Lek, PhD, Chief Research Officer at the Association, described how MDA is sponsoring registry studies to collect real-world outcomes of individuals with SMA. This may result in patient-reported measures that may more-directly reflect improvements that patients believe are important.For more information on SMA visit https://checkrare.com/spinal-muscular-atrophy-a-decade-of-progress/Rare Discussions is produced by CheckRare, the leading multimedia platform dedicated to advancing education, awareness, and innovation across the rare disease community.Explore additional physician interviews, podcasts, CME activities, and rare disease resources at CheckRare.com.Subscribe to the CheckRare Podcast Network for expert conversations, weekly news, accredited education, and the latest advances across the rare disease community.Part of the CheckRare Podcast Network: Trusted conversations, news, education, and expert insights across the rare disease community.

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Learn how to fix your pain with our “Centralization Process” here! https://rebrand.ly/ytpainfreeSubmit an application to work with us 1:1 and learn how to fix your low back! ⁠www.therehabfix.com/low-back-program⁠To view hundreds of free low back videos please follow us on instagram at @rehabfix ⁠www.instagram.com/rehabfix⁠Spinal decompression for lower back pain, disc herniation, and sciatica can help reduce pressure, improve mobility, and restore movement, but not every decompression exercise works for everyone.In this video, I rank the best ways to decompress your spine at the gym and at home to help with low back pain relief, sciatica pain, and disc herniation recovery. Some popular methods like hanging may actually make symptoms worse for certain people, so I'll show you safer and more effective options.If you are looking for how to decompress your spine, lumbar decompression exercises, lower back pain relief exercises, or ways to relieve pressure on a pinched nerve, this video will help you understand what movements may work best for your situation.You'll learn:✅ The truth about hanging for spinal decompression✅ Best gym machines for lumbar spine decompression✅ How to use a lat pulldown machine for back relief✅ A unique lying hamstring curl decompression technique✅ Beginner-friendly spine decompression exercises at home✅ How extension movements can help with disc bulges and sciatica✅ How to safely restore movement without irritating your lower backMany people with disc herniation and sciatica focus only on stretching, but the real solution is often restoring the right movement patterns, improving spinal mobility, and reducing irritation around sensitive tissues.This video will show you how to safely decompress your lower back and build a stronger, more resilient spine.

Learn how to fix your pain with our “Centralization Process” here! https://rebrand.ly/ytpainfreeSubmit an application to work with us 1:1 and learn how to fix your low back! ⁠www.therehabfix.com/low-back-program⁠To view hundreds of free low back videos please follow us on instagram at @rehabfix ⁠www.instagram.com/rehabfix⁠Low back pain relief starts with the right movements, not endless stretching. If you wake up stiff, feel tight in your lower back, struggle with mobility, or deal with recurring back pain, this simple 2-minute low back pain routine can help restore movement in your hips and spine.In this video, I show you a quick lower back pain relief routine designed to improve mobility, reduce stiffness, and help you move better without needing any equipment.Many people with low back pain, disc herniation, or sciatica spend hours stretching their hamstrings and back, but the real problem is often a lack of the right movement. Limited hip rotation, poor spinal extension, and restricted mobility can force your lower back to compensate and create more discomfort.This 2-minute routine targets the key areas that influence your lower back:✅ Hip mobility✅ Lumbar spine movement✅ Spinal rotation✅ Hip extension✅ Lower back stiffness

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In the first part of this Kundalini Sunday Zoom session, Chrism answers practical questions about meditation timing, chakra breathing, alternate nostril breathing, the Five Tibetans, and how to work with the first and second chakras during the Shaktipat process. Chrism emphasizes not rushing Kundalini, allowing the body to adapt slowly, and understanding that the energy must be received through practice, safeties, and surrender rather than force.A central theme of the episode is the spinal sweep. Chrism explains that the spinal sweep comes when Kundalini chooses, not according to personal desire, and that the process can radically redirect one's life. He later gives detailed guidance on posture, mantra, white sheet, eye position, hand locks, arching kriyas, phobia clearing, forgiveness, and how the sweep can lead to divine merging. Emma shares a previous experience of bliss, unity, expansion, and top-down energy release, which Chrism identifies as a spinal sweep.The episode also announces plans for a Kundalini retreat in ancient Thrace / North Macedonia and Greece, exploring sacred sites, ancient priestly traditions, sacred geometry, energetic fields, and the power of Kundalini people gathering together in person. The later sections explore fairy and elf realities, Amanita muscaria, science and disbelief, how Kundalini can coexist with a scientific or medical background, forgiveness, practicing the safeties, kriyas, the humbling, violent shaking, spontaneous yoga postures, living with people who have demonic entities, private practice, meditation positions, black widow spiders, Wall Street guidance, and the need to earn and embody Kundalini rather than passively receive it.•≈•≈•≈•≈•≈•≈•≈•≈•≈•≈•≈•≈•≈•≈•Drawing on more than six decades of direct experience with awakened Kundalini, Chrism offers grounded guidance for those navigating the physical and energetic challenges of awakening.This podcast is offered freely to support those walking the path of Kundalini awakening.For private one on one support from Chrism for your own Kundalini equation, as well as other services and resources, visit https://chrismkundalini.com.Recorded live on 21 Jun 2026

Twist & Balance Flow — Complete Practice (73 min, 28 min preview)A steady complete practice built around twisting, balance, and the quiet work of finding focus when your energy isn't at its highest. This class layers standing stability and rotational movement into a well-rounded flow that feels physically engaging while remaining emotionally light and approachable.Although the room arrived a little tired, there's an easy sense of humor woven throughout the practice that keeps the work from ever feeling heavy. The result is a class that asks for concentration without seriousness, using twists and balance challenges to gradually sharpen attention and settle the mind.Rather than chasing intensity, this practice reminds us that calm isn't something we wait for—it's something we build.New class every Tuesday. 350+ full classes in the Unlimited Archive at JustGreatYoga.com

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