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Check out our patient success stories and learn more about the procedures that changed their lives.

Back on the Mat: Hear the comeback story of our 20 year old collegiate athlete after The Discseel® Procedure.

At 20 years old, Steiner Tanaka thought his wrestling career was over and his college dream was slipping away. Then he discovered Dr. Michael Wolff of Scottsdale, Arizona – the first Master Instructor of The Discseel® Procedure. Thanks to Dr. Wolff’s care and expertise, Steiner had the biologic minimally invasive Discseel® procedure and is now 100% pain-free and back on the mat pursuing his dreams.

Low back pain and think surgery is the only option? Listen to Will’s success story after Discseel® with Dr. Wolff

At 37 years old our patient Will could barely move due to L4/L5 low back pain. Thanks to Discseel® Master Instructor, Dr. Michael Wolff in Scottsdale, Arizona, after only a few months Will is back at the gym 4 days a week and playing golf – doing what he loves. Contact us to learn more about why the Discseel® procedure is a great option for athletes and ‘weekend warriors’ instead of more invasive, painful spine surgeries.

SHERRI’S TESTIMONIAL WITH BIOLOGIC THERAPY

Hi, my name is Sheri. I am 62 years young. I am one who has always been very active. I love to work out, swim, bike, hiking and travel. Approximately 2 1/2 years ago It became too difficult to do any of these activities due to pain and no one was able to pinpoint what the problem was. I’ve seen a back surgeon, sports pain specialist, and finally a neurologist who referred me to Dr. Wolff. I really liked him at the first visit. It was like someone was actually hearing me. He diagnosed my problem as tendonosis in both legs and treated me with PRP and Biologics.  Before the procedure he told me that this was not a quick fix and it could take time for the tendons to heal.  At about 3 1/2 months positive changes started and by five months I was pretty much back to normal.  Today I’m pain-free.  I am so grateful to Dr. Wolff and his staff.  They were professional and very supportive. I highly recommend all of them. Thank you.

Nine World Marathons, Six Countries, One Incredible Achievement – Patrick’s Road to the Abbott Six Star Medal.

After years of pushing through injuries, our patient Patrick just accomplished something only a few thousand people in the world have done – completed all 6 Abbott World Marathon Majors (Tokyo, Boston, London, Berlin, Chicago, and New York)! This incredible milestone would not have been possible without the expert care of Dr. Wolff whose PRP Regenerative treatments gave him the healing and strength to keep running towards this goal.

Don’t let a painful, bad back after a long-haul flight hinder your vacation. A keen yogi, Debbie was concerned to land in Phoenix, AZ suffering. That was until she was recommended to try EMSCULPT neo® at Southwest Spine & Sports. One 30-minute session and she was able to kayak, hike, rollerboot and cycle and enjoy everything she loves to do. Thank you Michael Wolff, MD. Debbie had a fantastic vacation.

Listen to David share his EMSCULPT neo® experience at Southwest Spine & Sports with Dr. Michael Wolff and how he has achieved his functional wellness goals post COVID with a stronger core after 3 sessions.

Dr. Michael Wolff, MD is the “the doctor’s doctor”

It’s always inspiring to see experts recognize excellence in their peers. Thank you to our patient; Dr David Winston, MD FACP, AGAF who recently shared high praise for Dr Wolff, MD : “A truly great physician”

I highly recommend traveling to receive Discseel® treatment from Dr. Wolff. Painless and easy. I’m so happy to be back doing what I love.

Six years after a discectomy surgery and in so much pain again it was preventing her running, playing baseball, hiking and biking, Rhonda travelled from Canada to Arizona for the Discseel® procedure with Michael Wolff, MD. 4 weeks later she is back climbing, mountain biking and happily doing everything she loves to do with no pain.

Getting the results she wanted with Dr. Wolff !

“Direct, very knowledgeable and I believe in him!” Enjoy watching this video testimony to learn about why our loyal 84-year-old patient,  keeps coming back to be treated by Dr. Wolff and would much rather go with science and research than be cut.

OVERCOMING 10+ YEARS OF DEBILITATING BACK PAIN WITH THE DISCSEEL® PROCEDURE

10 years of back pain, 4 years of misery, and life at a standstill. Brian didn’t believe The Discseel® Procedure could work—but within 2 months, his life was transformed.

10 YEARS OF RUNNING INTERNATIONAL MARATHONS, THANKS TO PRP.

Listen to how Dr. Michael Wolff’s grateful patient was able to avoid surgery and continue competing in International Marathons after receiving the biologic regenerative treatment – PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma).

TRUSTING THE PROCESS

Meet our resilient college patient Jordyn who was recruited for a D1 college to play tennis after a successful Discseel® procedure.

“DR. WOLFF IS KEEPING ME SKIING!” A FORMER ATHLETE NOW LIVING OUT OF STATE, STILL TRAVELS TO ARIZONA TO SEE DR. WOLFF FOR TREATMENT.

As a former athlete, in my 40’s my active past caught up with me. I remain active and healthy thanks to the great care provided by Dr. Wolff and his team.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY PAMELA! 24 YEARS OF BEING A LOYAL, VALUED PATIENT.

Pamela Jonas was in the office today (April 2nd, 2024) to help launch our month of Patient Appreciation to celebrate 25 years since Dr. Wolff opened his practice, Southwest Spine and Sports, LLC. Pamela has been a loyal, valued patient of Dr. Wolff’s for 24 years.

REBECCA’S EXPERIENCE WITH PRE AND POST DISCSEEL® CARE

“I am so thankful for the Discseel® procedure it kept me from having surgery and fusing my lower back.”

HOW PLATELET RICH PLASMA (PRP) HELPED NANCY

Learn how Nancy moved on from intense shoulder pain to being pain-free with PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) treatments from Southwest Spine and Sports.

HOW GARY WAS ABLE TO RETURN TO HIKING WITH PRP

Suffering from plantar fasciitis, Gary was concerned he would never hike without terrible pain again. PRP treatments changed that.

HOW KATHY WAS ABLE TO RETURN TO HORSE RIDING WITH BIOLOGIC THERAPY

Just 3 weeks post-treatment, our patient achieved something truly remarkable – not only was Kathy back riding but with the help of an engineered stirrup and riding boot, she won the World Championship for cutting horse riding!

HOW VINCEANNE GAINED RELIEF FROM SCOLIOSIS WITH RADIO FREQUENCY ABLATION

Not much can shake up Vinceanne, not even scoliosis. But when the pain became unbearable, she turned to Southwest Spine. & Sports.

HOW PRP AND BIOLOGICS THERAPY HELPED WILLIAM GET BACK ON HIS MOUNTAIN BIKE

Hurt from his time in the Navy, William felt daily pain. Biologics therapy and PRP helped him get back to his active lifestyle.

HOW ORTHOBIOLOGICS GOT CASE BACK TO MARATHON SHAPE

Dealing with consistent pain from a previous injury, case was offered a disc fusion. Southwest Spine and Sports was able to offer an alternative.

HOW ED GOT BACK TO LOVING RETIREMENT WITH PLATELET RICH PLASMA

With a combo of Bursitis and a torn Rotator Cuff, Ed’s retirement was derailed. PRP treatments at Southwest Spine & Sports got him back to golf.

HOW PLATELET RICH PLASMA (PRP) HELPED ERICA

Living with constant pain, Erica sought relief. Learn how Southwest Spine & Sports helped Erica return to normal life with Platelet Rich Plasma.

HOW THE DISCSEEL® PROCEDURE CHANGED RICK’S LIFE

Read to learn more about the procedure that changed Rick’s life for the better.

HOW PRP AND ORTHOBIOLOGICS HELPED DEBRA

Learn how Debra was able to wake up pain free for the first time in years with orthobiologics and PRP from Southwest Spine and Sports

HOW PLATELET RICH PLASMA (PRP) HELPED ROB

After visiting Southwest Spine & Sports, Rob was able to return to his love of fishing with PRP treatments.

HOW PLATELET RICH PLASMA (PRP) HELPED MAUREEN

Living with Bursitis and Arthritis, Maureen was unable to enjoy vacation. With PRP, Dr. Wolff of Southwest Spine & Sports got Maureen vacation ready.

*Individual results are not guaranteed and may vary from person to person. Images may contain models.