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Expert Profile: Dr. John H. Park, D.C., C.S.C.S.

Expertise: Dr. Park is the founder and clinic director of Progressive Spinal and Sports Rehabilitation in Rockville, MD. As an athlete and former competitor in Tae Kwon Do and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Dr. Park has extensive knowledge in treating sports-related injuries. He has been featured in Men's Fitness Magazine and has lectured on topics related to ergonomics, exercise, health, and fitness. With his knowledge as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the NSCA, he has helped professional athletes including players in the NFL and NBA, professionals on the PGA tour, and several of the nation's best Mixed Martial Arts and Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) competitors. He has also worked with some of the top NCAA athletes in the Midwest rehabilitate injuries and return them to competition. Whether you are a professional athlete or a weekend warrior, you can be sure Dr. Park and his staff will get you back to doing the things you enjoy the most. For more info visit www.ProSpineRehab.com or www.yourMMAdoctor.com

Experience in the area
Nine years of clinical experience in private practice and group practice along with post-graduate training in orthopedics, rehabilitation, and sports injuries. Dr. Park has lectured and written on various topics in health, exercise, ergonomics, and fitness and has treated amateur and professional athletes throughout the country.

Organizations
ACA MCA NSCA

Publications
http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m1608/is_5_20/ai_n6011840
Elbow Pain: Anatomy of an Armbar Injury (August 2008 FIGHT! magazine)
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/07/31/sports/othersports/31ears.html
Back Pain in MMA (April 2008 FIGHT! magazine) http://www.onthemat.com/articles/Shoulder_Pain_and_Mixed_Martial_Arts_10_30_2007.html http://www.onthemat.com/articles/The_ART_of_Pain_Relief_11_07_2007.html http://www.onthemat.com/articles/When_Its_More_Than_Just_a_Pain_in_the_Neck_11_30_2007.html http://www.onthemat.com/articles/Knee_Injuries__Part_1_12_12_2007.html http://www.onthemat.com/articles/Knee_Injuries__Part_2_01_10_2008.html http://www.onthemat.com/articles/Back_Pain_in_MMA_01_29_2008.html http://www.onthemat.com/articles/Elbow_Injuries_Part_1_03_06_2008.html http://www.onthemat.com/articles/Elbow_Injuries_Part_2_04_01_2008.html http://www.onthemat.com/articles/Prolotherapy_Injections_to_Build_Healthy_Tissue_05_06_2008.html http://www.onthemat.com/articles/Supplements_for_MMA_Athletes_07_02_2008.html

Education/Credentials
Doctor of Chiropractic, National University of Health Sciences Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist(CSCS) through NSCA Bachelor of Science Human Biology, National University of Health Sci. Bacehlor of Science Biology, University of MD Certified Active Release Techniques (ART) provider Postgraduate trainging in the Diplomate American Board of Chiropractic Orthopedists

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Average Ratings
Prestige Points: 720
Knowledge	10.0 Best of the best
Clarity of Response	10.0 Best of the best
Timeliness	10.0 Best of the best
Politeness	10.0 Best of the best
Number Of Questions (in Past 24 Hours)		0
Max Questions to be Asked (in 24 Hour period)		1
Total Questions (since joining AllExperts)		65

Recent Reviews from Users

Knowl	Clarity	Time	Politeness	Date
10	10	10	10	10/05/08
10	10	10	10	08/25/08
10	10	10	10	07/24/08
10	10	10	10	06/13/08
10	10	10	10	05/09/08

User Comments

thank you very much I can sense you don't want to send me the wrong direction with the inversion table for me to get hurt, but I will try it ....I gue
(Robert on 10/05/08)

Thanks!! It's nice to have confirmation for what I have been thinking but wasn't sure of. I know you know that you are knowledgable because your first
(Myrna on 08/25/08)

Great response and timely too. Thanls!
(Raechel on 07/24/08)

Thorough response to each of the findings from the MRI. Explained in lay terms and summarized the overall findings. Very professional. I am ver
(Carlos on 06/13/08)

thank you that was a big help
(Beth on 05/09/08)

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Recent Answers from Dr. John H. Park, D.C., C.S.C.S.

2008-10-05 cervical curve: You may never get the normal cervical curve in your neck restored, and that should not necessarily be your ultimate goal. A neutral cervical lordosis would certainly be ideal, but you may have some changes...

2008-10-03 low back: As far as sleeping postures is concerned, laying on your back with your knees supported or on your side with your hips and knees flexed is best. Keep in mind though that good sleeping positions won't do...

2008-10-02 Accident/possible neck injury: It means you have some arthritis in your neck along with degenerative disc disease. In simple terms, the joints in your neck have become roughened and the edges in the vertebrae have started to jut outwards...

2008-10-01 neck an back pain: Yes, the condition you are describing can get worse. What you described are changes that are consistent with arthritis or degenerative joint disease. Arthritis is a condition that results from normal wear...

2008-08-25 Neck injury: Myrna, I suggest you make an appointment with a neurosurgeon to see if you are a suitable candidate for surgery. You have to understand that I am only able to give you limited answers because I have no...