There's no reason to assume that getting adjusted by your chiropractor will help you prevent the disease or decrease your symptoms. Here’s the state of the research and what we know about chiropractic and the immune system.

Exploring Chiropractic Podcast

Episode 54: Chiropractic & Coronavirus

Dr. Noah Volz is the creator and host of DC2BeRevolution, a podcast and YouTube channel with over 100 interviews with the most influential people in chiropractic. He started the channel as a student and is distilling the lessons learned in a 3 part book series called The Master Student. Book 1, focusing on Mindset, is available now on Amazon.

Episode 53: The Master Student with Dr. Noah Volz

Dr Anthony Nicholson is the CEO of Chiropractic Development International (CDI), a global continuing education organisation for chiropractors that he co-founded in 2002. CDI’s innovative online learning technology has led to formal accreditation in over 35 states in North America, along with a growing learner base in the UK, Europe and South East Asia. CDI provides 250 hours of advanced online clinical training for the Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine Program offered by the University of Bridgeport in Connecticut and has developed an online board examination for the Academy of Chiropractic Orthopedics.As a partner of Spine Partners Wahroonga in Sydney, Australia, Dr Nicholson is also a full-time chiropractic physician in private practice, is a board certified chiropractic neurologist (DACNB) and is board certified in Chiropractic Orthopedics (FACO). In addition, he is an adjunct senior lecturer in Neuromusculoskeletal Diagnosis and Evidence-based Practice at Macquarie University in Sydney.Discussion TopicsAs a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?Orthopedic "gap year" before chiropractic school at Macquarie UniversityEarly realization of the "Grand Canyon" in clinical practice, between "pain in the frame" approach and pathologyWorking and studying in the clinic at 4 a.m. Sunday mornings to improve clinical understandingThe need to improve chiropractic education and the state of online CEHow communication is the best marketingCDI’s high level of production quality and valueWhy we don't need to explain how the adjustment works to medical professionals.Orthopedic diplomate and partnership with University of BridgeportResourcesChiropractic Development International: CDI.edu.auOrthopedics & Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine - Postgrad Program (Sign-up for free membership here)Principles of Neural Science, Kandel & Schwartz

Episode 52: Chiropractic Development International with Dr Anthony Nicholson

About Brooks Cadenhead (@Destination.DC on Instagram)Hometown: Brazoria, TXTerm: Junior (Undergraduate) at Texas A&M UniversityI chose TAMU because of the traditions and quality education. Once you're an Aggie, you're always an Aggie, and that's what makes up the famous Aggie Network. I am confident that my degree from Texas A&M will prepare me well for my future endeavors and am thankful for the rigorous coursework, wonderful memories, and future opportunities it will bring.Discussion TopicsWhat did you want to be when you grew up?Why chiropractic?Who/what have been your mentors/inspirations?What question(s) do you wish you would have known to ask admission advisors? What have you come across that have been challenges preparing for chiropractic school (pre-reqs, choosing a school, etc.)?Favorite tools and tips for those less familiar with social media or shy and unsure of putting themselves out there?’Tic PicksBrooksShadowingSocial Media accounts to follow:@futuredoctorcroft@southern_chiro@thechiropracticguru@drlumberjack & @drmackenziegoss@stevenggage@drjasonNathanSparketype AssessmentResources/Other MentionsThe Source Chiropractic YouTube ChannelYour Houston Chiropractor YouTube ChannelQueroQuiro YouTube Channel (Brazilian Portuguese)Dr. Rahim Gonstead Chiropractor YouTube Channel

Episode 51: @destination.dc with Brooks Cadenhead

UCC was the first non-profit private medical school incorporated under the laws of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. During its history, UCC has evolved into a health-sciences university with fully accredited academic programs in Medicine, Medical Images Technology, Biomedical Sciences, and now, Chiropractic.Francisco and Laura are students in the first cohort of chiropractic students, which began in August of 2018.Guests: Francisco Green & Laura O'FarrillDiscussion Topics:What did you want to be when you grew up?Why chiropractic?What is chiropractic to you?Prior to starting what did you feel the pros and cons of your future school were?Why did you choose the school you chose?What’s the best experience you’ve had so far?How is the pace of the curriculum in your program?What’s the daily schedule like?What extra-curricular opportunities are available to you through your school?If you could change one thing about your school what would it be and why?What is the best part about being a student at your school?Can US students attend UCC and then practice in the states?ResourcesUniversidad Central del CaribeUCC on FacebookUCC on InstagramForce-sensing Table Technology

Episode 50: Universidad Central del Caribe - the new Chiropractic School in the Caribbean!

Brian Fulton is a massage therapist in Ontario, Canada. He is passionately interested in manual therapy and continuing education, with twenty years of experience in massage therapy. In addition to hands-on experience, he has written hundreds of health articles and has led seminars on health, wellness, ergonomics, and the role of psychosocial factors in manual therapy. He has served on the board of directors of my professional association, both at the provincial and regional levels.Brian is the author of The Placebo Effect in Manual Therapy – Improving Clinical Outcomes in Your Practice, published by Handspring Publishing 2015. This is an in-depth, 290-page book for manual therapists, containing over 300 citations, detailing evidence-based methods therapists can employ to augment their patients’ healing, thereby improving patient outcomes.Learn more about Brian Fulton at his website and on Facebook.Discussion TopicsPlacebo - terms and definitionsFactors effecting placebo effectExamples of implementing placebo effect(s) during patient encounter in manual therapyHow can a practitioner begin to develop and practice these skills?ResourcesFacebook Group: Understanding Placebo Effects in Manual TherapyDiamond Dallas Yoga Video: Never, Ever Give Up. Arthur's Inspirational Transformation!Video: What Is a Placebo? Q and A with Ted KaptchukRecent Article: Placebo Effect Meets the Biopsychosocial Approach

Episode 49: Placebo Effect in Manual Therapy with Brian Fulton, RMT

Dr. William Foshee currently serves as the American Chiropractic Association Commission on Diversity Chair and on the Next Gen ACA committee. He is a 2017 graduate of Northwestern Health Sciences University where he was recognized as a Diversity Leadership Scholar and was named a PFund Foundation Scholar for his contributions to the LGBTQ community. Dr. Foshee practices in Dallas, Texas and endeavors to positively impact culturally competent delivery of chiropractic care both locally and nationally.Dr. Rebecca Warnecke is currently in her second year of practice as an associate doctor of chiropractic at Hartman Family Chiropractic in Jenison, MI (Grand Rapids). Although originally from Lake Geneva, WI, she went on to study Pre-Med at Iowa State University on a 4-year, full-tuition academic scholarship and graduated with a degree in Psychology and Biology. She then graduated as the salutatorian of her class from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa.Prior to graduating from Palmer College, Dr. Warnecke completed an eight month clerkship at the Martinsburg VA Medical Center in West Virginia where she provided chiropractic care to Veterans working in an interdisciplinary environment alongside primary care physicians, interventional anesthesiologists, interventional radiologists, physical therapists, orthopedic surgeons, and rheumatologists.She is an active member of both the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) and Michigan Association of Chiropractors (MAC). For ACA, she currently serves as a committee member on both the Commission on Diversity and Quality Assurance and Accountability. Through the MAC, she serves as a member of the Government Relations Committee. Her passions include serving Veterans and the underserved Hispanic/Latino population, research, and academia.Discussion TopicsWhat is diversity?What are some specific examples of diversity (race, gender, culture, etc.)?Why is it important in the chiropractic profession?What are the examples of diversity helping/hindering chiropractic (as a profession and/or on the individual patient level)?Why has the ACA convened the diversity commission?What are common misconceptions about diversity?ResourcesACA Statement on DiversityACA and Diversity: Inclusion Through ActionNational LGBT Health Education CenterDiversity in the chiropractic profession: preparing for 2050. Johnson, C. D., & Green, B. N. (2012). The Journal of Chiropractic Education, 26(1), 1–13.Multiple views to address diversity issues: an initial dialog to advance the chiropractic profession. Johnson, C., Killinger, L. Z., Christensen, M. G., Hyland, J. K., Mrozek, J. P., Zuker, R. F., et al. (2012). Journal of Chiropractic Humanities, 19(1), 1–11.American Black Chiropractic AssociationWomen ChiropractorsACA Facebook Live: Diversity MattersThe WAVE Diversity Panel (YouTube)To be contributors to society, it is not necessarily enough to acknowledge that we each have a different way of interacting in the world. To be truly effective, we must understand and grow from the richness that others offer to the social fabric. – Claire Johnson, et al. Multiple views to address diversity issues: an initial dialog to advance the chiropractic profession.

Episode 48: Diversity in Chiropractic with Drs. William Foshee and Rebecca Warnecke

The most successful people in the world have one thing in common: they read. And they read a lot.Warren Buffett, the richest man in the world, continues to read up to 500 pages per day.Bill Gates has reportedly read a book a week since high school.Elon Musk devoured books of all genres when he was a kid, and has credited physics and engineering textbooks with getting him up to speed on rocket science - literally.Dr. Scott Haldeman, DC, PhD, MD, a reknowned spine specialist, thinks you should be reading at least 5 hours per week to keep up with the latest spine research."I don't think you're capable of offering care to patients if you're not reading 2-5 hours per week. If you're not reading the research 2-5 hours each week, you're going to very rapidly become outdated.” – Scott Haldeman, DC, PhD, MD“Read 500 pages every day. That’s how knowledge works. It builds up, like compound interest. All of you can do it, but I guarantee not many of you will do it.” – Warren BuffettIt’s no question that reading is a skill and a habit that must be developed and honed. And there’s no better time to start than before you go to chiropractic school.Here is my list of must-read books for pre-chiropractic students. I’ve either read the book, or had it recommended by guests on my podcast.Of course, if you’re already in school, it’s not too late to start. Each recommendation includes links to the book on Amazon, Kindle, and where available, the audiobook on Audible or the summary on Blinkist.1. 80,000 Hours: Find a fulfilling career that does good. -Benjamin Todd2. Start With Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action -Simon Sinek3. Careers in Chiropractic: Exploring a Growing Field -Cheryl Hawk, DC, PhD4. Learning Medicine: An Evidence-Based Guide -Peter Wei & Alexander Chamessian5. The Art of Learning: An Inner Journey to Optimal Performance -Joshua WaitzkinBonus ListThe Story of the Human Body: Evolution, Health, and Disease by Daniel Lieberman. Amazon • Kindle • AudibleThe Religion of Chiropractic: Populist Healing from the American Heartland by Holly Folk. Amazon • KindleBrain Rules: 12 Principles for Surviving and Thriving at Work, Home, and School by John Medina. Amazon • Kindle • AudibleSEAL Team Six: Memoirs of an Elite Navy SEAL Sniper by Howard E. Wasdin. (Trust me, the author became a chiropractor after leaving the SEALs!) Amazon• Kindle • AudibleMedical Terminology: Exercises in Etymology by Dunmore and Fleischer. Amazon • Kindle

Episode 47: Must Read Books for Pre-chiropractic Students

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Episode 46: Documenting your journey through chiropractic school

Dr. Jerome Fryer is a chiropractor in Nanaimo, British Columbia and the creator of Dynamic Disc Designs. He obtained his bachelor of science degree in biopsychology from the University of British Columbia in 1995. He then obtained his doctorate degree in chiropractic, graduating with honors, from the University of Western States in 1999. He is currently in private practice while also making room for conducting spine research and crafting spine education models. He lectures on the topics of degenerative disc disease and related spinal hydraulics and nutrition.Discussion TopicsEarly schooling and chiropractic schoolResearch ProjectsDynamic Disc DesginsResourcesDr. Fryer's ResearchGate ProfilePreliminary investigation into a seated unloading movement strategy for the lumbar spine: a pilot study. Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies, 14(2), 119–126.Magnetic resonance imaging and stadiometric assessment of the lumbar discs after sitting and chair-care decompression exercise: a pilot study. The Spine Journal, 10(4), 297–305.A proposed in vitro model for investigating the mechanisms of “joint cracking”: a short report of preliminary techniques and observations. The Journal of the Canadian Chiropractic Association, 61(1), 32–39.Real-time visualization of joint cavitation. PloS One, 10(4), e0119470.YouTube: MRI movie peers inside cracking knucklesYouTube: Academic LxH anatomical spine model

Episode 45: Dynamic Disc Designs with Dr. Jerome Fryer

About Dr. Brandie NemchenkoDr. Brandie Nemchenko is the owner of a large multi-doctor practice in southeastern Pennsylvania and is the Clinical Director of Bloom Holistic Care for Pregnancy. She has been certified by the ICPA in Webster Technique and with their Pregnancy and Pediatrics program since 2002. A former college athlete herself, Dr. Brandie is trained as a sports chiropractor. After almost losing her daughter in 2007 and not being able to practice, she extrapolated the procedures and research to pregnancy in a safe way. She is also a paramedic and worked in emergency rooms for many years. The mother of two gorgeous girls, and married to chiropractor, Dr. Arthur Nemchenko, Dr. Brandie released her first book, *What You Don't Expect When You're Expecting in September 2018.Discussion TopicsDr. Brandie's journey from paramedic to chiropractorHow an ankle adjustment nearly lost her childWhy it takes grit to survive in chiropracticHow to apply sports chiropractic to pregnant patientsPreparing women for their biggest gameResourcesAbout the Webster TechniqueCertified Chiropractic Sports Physician®Dr. Brandie's clinic: Experience Chiropractic NowBloom, Pregnancy Chiropractic Care

Episode 44: What You Don't Expect When You're Expecting, with Dr. Brandie Nemchenko

Exploring Chiropractic has been on hiatus as Dr. Cashion adjusts to life as a stay-at-home-dad, but new episodes have been recorded and will be in your feed soon!Up next is an interview with Dr. Brandie Nemchenko, author of "What You Don't Expect When You're Expecting," her harrowing personal story of a close call with her second pregnancy that led her to specialize in pre-natal car.Also, Dr. Jerome Fryer joins me for a fascinating look at how he founded Dynamic Disc Designs and creates amazing anatomical models of vertebral segments.I won't make the empty promise of weekly episodes from here on out - the only consistent thing in my life is dirty diapers! But, I have lots more planned for the near future. Thanks for listening!

Update: I'm not done yet!

Dr. Maiers recently published an article titled "Our future in the hands of Millennials in the Journal of the Canadian Chiropractic Association. We discuss her journey through chiropractic, her research, and her vision of the future based on her experience with the upcoming generation of chiropractors.

Episode 43: Chiropractic Millennials with Dr. Michele Maiers

Dr. Steven Huybrecht is a graduate of Northwestern University of Health Sciences. After 2 years in private practice, he earned a spot as the chiropractic resident at the VA St. Louis Healthcare System. Dr. Huybrecht’s professional interests include chronic pain management for veterans, organizational leadership, and state and national advocacy. His recent article, A Typical Week at the St. Louis VA Medical Center, is part of a new series of blogs from current VA Residents on the American Chiropractic Association website.

Episode 42: VA Residency with Steven Huybrecht

Coming from a science heavy undergraduate program and working in a neuroscience laboratory, with a masters degree in health education, he knew that an evidence-based program would be the best fit. He chose University of Bridgeport College of Chiropractic after long deliberations. The school's relationship and clinical rotations within the Veteran's Administration really brought it home. We discuss the UBCC and VA residency programs, life in Connecticut, and why he chose an evidence-based school.

Episode 40: University of Bridgeport with Aric Frisina-Deyo

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