Sign Up For Oklahaven's Have-A-Heart Fundraiser 2019

by: DrTirpak posted: November 09, 2018

Each year, Valentine’s Week, the non-profit “Oklahaven” Children’s Chiropractic Center asks chiropractors and chiropractic students to join forces to help severely injured children by participating in the Oklahaven’s Have-A-Heart Campaign. Hundreds of chiropractors and students in the US and around the world have raised the much-needed funds for “Oklahaven” Children’s Chiropractic Center as part of their annual Have-A-Heart Campaign.

The Have-A-Heart Campaign, not only benefits “Oklahaven,” it brings awareness to chiropractic patients and the general public about the benefits of chiropractic for the children. Signing up to participate is free; it includes a fundraising kit and instructions on how to implement. Joining the campaign is simple and easy. Many chiropractic practices show the Children’s Journeys to Health video (included in the fundraising kit) in their lobby and offer fundraising hearts to purchase. Others have used the promotional materials provided to host educational events, raffles and open houses to showcase the benefits of pediatric chiropractic care.

“Oklahaven” Children’s Chiropractic Center has quietly served the children for 57 years. Pediatric patients with neurologically disorganization, nursing difficulties, developmental delays, autistic spectrum, cerebral palsy, failure to thrive and many other conditions have been successfully treated at the Center with chiropractic.

When asked why he participated in “Oklahaven’s” Have-A-Heart Campaign five-time Golden Heart Winner, Dr. Howard Berg, said, “It allows the community to see that you do contribute to something greater and that chiropractic makes a difference in children’s lives. That’s huge.”

Chiropractors that have participated in the program have stated that the Have-A-Heart Campaign creates a positive perception of chiropractic in their community and most importantly the satisfaction of helping the tiniest of patients that are most in need. Stepping up to the challenge requires interested chiropractors to fill out an online form and free fundraising packets are mailed in January. Every year “Oklahaven” strives to promote the Have-A-Heart Campaign to a larger audience through word of mouth, Chiropractic publications, organizations, digital and social media with the ultimate goal of helping more children with chiropractic.

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Chiropractic Internet Find of the Week

by: DrTirpak posted: February 09, 2015

Every day the staff of CE Cruncher scours the internet in search of the latest and greatest advances, news, products and happening in the Chiropractic Profession. Funny pictures, Chiropractic college happenings, research and of course continuing education are usually the extent of our finds. Today we came across an interesting gem while searching through the Florida Board of Chiropractic Medicine that we just had to share.

The State Archive of Florida has in their possession two striking photographs of B.J. Palmer posing shirtless. On December 1, 1955 B.J. posed for the accomplished American commercial photographer Joseph Janney Steinmetz. Both renowned men were residents of Sarasota Florida and supporters of the nearby Ringling Circus.

The description in the archive explains that the images served as a reference for an Atlanta sculptor to use while creating a bronze bust of B.J. Palmer. The Developer of Chiropractic’s likeness has been immortalized countless times in various media. The closest resemblance that we could find to the pictures are his bust in Heritage Courtyard on the Davenport campus of Palmer College of Chiropractic.

Reproduction of the images are available from the State Archive of Florida.  For a glimpse into the B.J. Palmer’s history his home in home Sarasota Florida offers tours and rentals and accepts donation to support the preservation of historical property.

Chiropractic College World Series Challenge

Cleveland and the Royals Vs Palmer West and the Giants

by: DrTirpak posted: October 27, 2014

Cleveland Chiropractic College in Overland park Kansas, a baseball throw from the Kansas City Royals, challenged Palmer College West (located near the San Francisco Giants stadium) to a friendly World Series challenge.

Cleveland President Carl Cleveland III DC debuted a video on Facebook on October 20^th, 2014 surrounded by chiropractic students sporting Kansas City Royals apparel and an abundance of enthusiasm. The Chiropractic World Series challenge is the brainchild of Cleveland Chiropractic College’s COO Jeff Karp, MBA. Mr. Karp created the event as an opportunity to engage the alumni, staff, and chiropractic students at CCC while raising funds for the Foundation for Chiropractic Progress.

Next up to bat was Palmer College of Chiropractic President Bill Meeker, D.C., M.P.H. with a response video hours later on Facebook pointing out the Giants World series wins in 2010 and 2012, then detailing the cost of living in 1985 (the last time the Royals won a world series). This solidified the chiropractic World Series challenge and unleashed the on slot of social media discourse between the chiropractic colleges.

To solidify their commitment to the challenge each side searched through their roster for a heavy hitter. Palmer West called up Greg Shepard  Palmer West chiropractic student intern and former Chicago White Sox minor-league player to appear in their initial video. To cover all of their bases Cleveland posted a video from Cleveland Alumni President and Royal’s Chiropractic consultant Dr. Patrick Hammond.

The Chiropractic World Series Challenge:

?For every run the Giants score: Cleveland Alumni Association will donate $100 to Palmer West’s Student Council and Cleveland College will donate $100 to the F4CP
?For every run the Royals score: Palmer Alumni Association will donate $100 to Cleveland’s Student Council and Palmer Chiropractic College will donate $100 to the F4CP

?For each Game the Giants win: Cleveland Chiropractic College will send Palmer College of Chiropractic West a case of Kansas City Boulevard Beer and a case of Kansas City Barbeque Sauce.
?For Each Game the Royals win: Palmer West will send Cleveland College a case of fine California Wine.

This rivalry is turning into a battle of enthusiasm for baseball and chiropractic that you will not want to miss. As of the 5^th game the Giants lead the World Series 3 games to 2. Palmer Alumni Association owes the Cleveland Student Chiropractic Council $1,500 and the Cleveland Alumni Association will be writing a check for at least $2,700 to the Palmer San Jose Chiropractic Student Council. The Foundation for chiropractic is already pledged a combined $4,200.

Rumors have been circulating the dugouts of each Chiropractic campus that the prevailing Chiropractic College may be graced with a hand delivery of promised local fare by the losing team’s president. Will Cleveland Chiropractic College need to purchase a few more wine glasses or will Palmer be firing up the grill for a Kansas City Style barbeque. Follow #ChiropracticWorldSeries to keep track of the fun and support of the World Series and Chiropractic.

Join in on the fun and show support for your favorite World Series team, Chiropractic College or for the Chiropractic profession by joining in the Chiropractic World Series with a donation.

 

 

 

Another Interim President for Texas Chiropractic College

Dr. Brad McKechnie, D.C., DACAN Named TCC’s Second Interim President

by: DrTirpak posted: April 30, 2014

Another interim president for Texas Chiropractic College, Dr. Brad McKechnie, D.C., DACAN was just announced as the TCCs second interim president.

TCC reported the current interim president Dr. R. Fred Zuker, Ph.D. would be resigning the position he has held for the past seven months for health reasons. Dr. Zuker moved from the position of Vice President of Enrollment Management to his current job title at Texas Chiropractic College after the retirement last year of Dr. Richard G. Brassard, DC, FICC, FACC. Dr. Brassard led Texas Chiropractic College for 10 years, holding a position at the college for more than 28 years.

The new interim President of Texas Chiropractic College, Dr. McKechnie, resigned his post on the TCC Board of Regents to accept his new position. The Texas Chiropractic College Board of Regents is currently conducting a search for the 14th President of the Chiropractic College.

After graduating from TCC in 1985 Dr. McKechnie served as a faculty member from 1986 to 1996 including various administrative roles as the Dean of Postgraduate Studies and Dean of External Affairs.

Dr. McKechnie practiced for close to 30 years, serving on medical advisory committees, served as a witness in the recent lawsuit between the Texas Medical Association and the Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners, wrote a neurology column for Dynamic Chiropractic, served on the Exam Test committee for the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners and has taught chiropractic postgraduate seminars.

Texas Chiropractic College, founded in 1908, is a non-profit, professional college offering a Doctor of Chiropractic and Bachelor of Science in Human Biology degrees Located in Pasadena Texas, TCC has 250 students currently enrolled.

Logan Settles Overs Pregnancy Complaint

by: DrTirpak posted: December 11, 2013

Logan College of Chiropractic University Programs reached a settlement agreement with the National Women’s Law Center and Attorney B Lane Hasler over Chiropractic Student Brandi Kostal’s complaint of pregnancy discrimination.

While simultaneously working toward a Doctorate in Chiropractic and a Master’s in Nutrition, Brandi Kostal faced an emergency Caesarian after pregnancy complications. Following the surgery, Brandi was told to return to her Chiropractic classes, against her doctor’s recommendations, when Logan threatened that she would face attendance failures. She also requested an incomplete in order to finish her online Master’s in Nutrition course, which the Professor reported as failing grades. She was faced with postponing her Spring 2014 graduation date and enrollment in a PhD program and further tuition costs. (Read Pregnant During Chiropractic College? Complaint Filed Against Logan College of Chiropractic for a more indepth account and a copy of the complaint.)

With help of Attorney B Lane Hasler and the National Women’s Law Center, Brandi filed a complaint with the Department of Education Office of Civil Rights for, what they proclaimed, was Logan University’s disregard for her rights under Tittle XI.

Title XI, passed in 1972, is most widely known legislation for creating equal athletic opportunities, but also specifies that pregnant students have to be allowed to return to their classes, allowed to make up missed work after childbirth and not be penalized for those absences.

According to the National Women’s Law Center the settlement reached with Logan Chiropractic College / University Programs included:

• Logan agreed to adopt a policy that addresses the rights of pregnant and parenting students under Title IX

• All pregnancy-related absences will be excused for as long as medically necessary. Individualized plans will be created for making up missed work

• The University will conduct annual, mandatory trainings so that faculty members understand their Title IX obligations

• Logan’s Title IX policy will be placed on its website and in the student handbook

• Brandi's failing grades would be removed from her transcripts

• She can complete the two Nutrition Masters Courses at no cost

• Reimburse her tuition payments for the period during which she was pregnant and recovering from childbirth

When questioned about the settlement, Logan replied with a statement: "Logan University has long been a champion of equality in education.  We are pleased to have resolved the disagreement with this student in a way that, we believe, will further enhance our policies and opportunities for Logan students. Our new policies and procedures will help us continue to meet evolving federal requirements."

After the settlement Logan Chiropractic College student Brandi Kostal stated "I am grateful that my fellow students who are pregnant or currently parents, will be fully protected under Logan's new policy. I know firsthand how committed pregnant students are to do well for themselves and their children. I feel confident that current and future pregnant students will be able to continue their studies as planned and build a strong future for their families."

Have you or someone you know suffered pregnancy discrimination similar to Brandi Kostal? Contact Attorney B Lane Hasler.

Editorial Note: We would like to thank Brandi Kostal for the courage and determination to stand up for her rights on behalf of Chiropractors, Chiropractic Students, present and future. While writing the original article, we heard many stories from former Chiropractic students at Logan and other Chiropractic colleges about the struggles and educational setbacks they experienced at the hands of ill-educated administrations. Good luck in your future endeavors, you are a true asset to the Chiropractic Profession.

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2013 Chiro Games

by: DrTirpak posted: November 18, 2013

Chiro Games headed to Cocoa Beach Florida this year on November 2^nd -3^rd for a weekend of athletics and fun in the sun for chiropractic student from across the US and Canada. 2013 marks the 22nd annual Chiro games with over a 1,000 chiropractic college students from 13 chiropractic colleges. Athletic events this year included: co-ed beach volleyball, 5K & 10 mile relay, co-ed softball, tennis, hockey, swimming, golf, flag football, soccer, and basketball.

Parker University’s Patriots took home the top prize with an overall score of 56 points just ahead of Life University with 52. The 3^rd place title was obtained by Logan University with 42 points followed by New York Chiropractic College with 34.

Other Chiropractic Colleges represented by chiropractic student athletes included: All three Palmer College of Chiropractic campuses, Northwestern University of Health Sciences, Sherman College of Chiropractic, National University of Health Sciences, Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College, Cleveland Chiropractic College and Southern California University of Health Sciences.

Parker’s point total boost came from top finishes in men’s basketball, flag football swimming and tennis. Northwesterns’ Melissa Agnew steamed ahead to win 1st place in women’s 5k. Logan’s women’s soccer team claimed the gold defeating Parker in the championship game. With South California in their name, it is no surprise that SCUHS dominated the beach volleyball.

The massive turn out for the annual chiro games is not surprising considering the number of athletes that have decided on chiropractic as a profession. Many future chiropractors are exposed to the healthcare discipline years before while actively competing.  The growing specialty of chiropractic sports

medicine has attracted many talented athletes to pursue a doctorate in chiropractic. This year’s chiro games were no exception. Leading the charge for Logan’s Llamas 1^st place in soccer was Melissa Tancredi, star forward for of the Canadian 2012 Olympic bronze medal team.

Chiro games serves not only as an athletic event, but a chance to take a break from the rigors of studies, meet other future chiropractors and this year even some public service. Northwestern’s Team devised a community service project in connection with Keep Brevard Beautiful. Over 2 dozen students and faculty dedicated the Friday before the games to cleaning up the beaches.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Northwestern Health Sciences University Mourns the Loss of New President Jeff Nelson

by: DrTirpak posted: October 28, 2013

Northwestern Health Sciences University Mourns the Loss of New President Jeff Nelson

Jeff A. Nelson, President of Northwestern Health Sciences University in Bloomington Minnesota, passed away Tuesday October 22 2013. Mr. Nelson served as the 6^th President and CEO of Northwestern for the past 6 months

“In a short time, Mr. Nelson inspired leadership, trust and a sense of hope for the future of our campus,” said Dr. Christina Frazier, chief of staff.

Prior to his tenure at Northwestern Jeff Nelson was president of Governor Juan F. Luis Hospital and Medical Center on the U.S. Virgin Island of St. Croix. His 30-year healthcare carrier included CEO and COO of various hospitals, health services companies and health plans. His education included a master's degree in hospital administration from the University of Iowa and a bachelor of arts degree in accounting from the University of Minnesota Duluth.

In a press release from Northwestern Dr. Kent Erickson, chair of the Board of Trustees and Acting President stated “We will work diligently during this time of transition to maintain our momentum and reach new heights together as a university and health community.”

An on-campus observance will be held at Northwestern on Friday, Nov. 1 at noon in the auditorium. Condolences and remembrances about President Jeff A. Nelson at can be posted on a memorial page on Northwestern Health Sciences University website

The funeral service is being held on Monday, Oct. 28 at Simonet Funeral Home.

Four CMCC Chirorpactic Students Cycle Across Canada to Promte Healthy Lifestyles

Unleash Your Potential

by: DrTirpak posted: September 24, 2013

 Four Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College students biked across Canada this summer raising awareness for health living for the Unleash Your Potential campaign. This was the 5^th trip for the program that started in 2005 with a mission to promote the integration of physical activity, proper nutrition, and stress management into the daily lives of Canadians.

This boisterous quartet of Canadian chiropractic students accomplished their mission with school presentation and countless media appearances on radio, television and local papers across the country.  The riders( Brenna MacPhail, Matthew Missiha, Joe Sinopoli, and Kirsten Wishloff) cycled over 6,000 km from Alberta to Halifax, stopping almost every day to provide a lecture at a local school, summer camp or community group. Their inspirational educational events presented information to Canada's youth regarding healthy living, to encourage healthy habits at a young age, and in turn create a healthier generation for the future.

Unleash Your Potential did a great job chronicling their trip on facebook, blog,  and with this video:

UYP FINAL from Unleash Your Potential on Vimeo.

Help promte healthy living in Canada by supporting Unleash Your Potential
or show your support by wearing some swag.

 

Recent New York Chiropractic College Graduate?

Want to Contribute to Chiropractic Research?

by: DrTirpak posted: June 12, 2013

New York Chiropractic College, in conjunction with RMIT University (Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology), seeks volunteers who graduated from NYCC fewer than three years ago, to participate in a research project involving a 60-minute telephone or Skype recorded interview.

Interested Chiropractors can email Dr. Navine Haworth at navine.haworth@rmit.edu.au for information and to arrange an interview.
Anne Smith, Office Manager of Research at New York Chiropractic College is also available to provide information and answer questions. Anne Smith, Office Manager of Research 315 568-3868 or asmith@nycc.edu

Dr. Navine Haworth graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic West in 1997. Currently Dr. Haworth is the Discipline Head in the Health Sciences Department of the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology. In 2011 she received the Outstanding Service Award from the Chiropractors' Association of Australia Victoria Branch. She holds a Diplomate in Clinical Chiropractic Pediatrics and presented at the ICA Pediatrics Council Building Bridges Symposium on Chiropractic, Pedatrics & Research in 2012.

The Battle Over Chiropractic Continues in Australia

Macquarie University Eliminating Chiropractic Degrees

by: DrTirpak posted: May 06, 2013

Macquarie University in Sydney Australia wants to transfer their Chiropractic degree programs to another university by 2015, stating they are moving towards more "research-intensive" programs. Currently the Macquarie University has over 600 students enrolled in the Bachelor of Chiropractic Science and the Chiropractic Masters programs.

Currently four universities in Australia offer degrees in Chiropractic: Macquarie, Murdoch, RMIT and Central Queensland University.

On April 24th 2013 in a press release from the Macquarie University Clive Baldock, the newly-appointed Executive Dean of Science Professor stated “… our Chiropractic area does not meet our requirements from a research-intensive perspective…”

Professor Baldock goes on to discuss wanting to focus research and teaching towards the University’s recently expanded medical school and hospital.

The Chiropractic Association of Australia (CAA) started to organize a student protest on the campus of Macquarie University over the elimination of the Chiropractic degree programs, but put a halt to it after the University promised all Chiropractic students would be allowed to finish their current degree. Last week Andrew McNamara the CAA National CEO met with Professor Bruce Dowton, the Macquarie University Vice Chancellor, to appeal for a smooth transition of both the students and staff to another institution.

On Facebook, The CAA called on Chiropractors and Chiropractic students to “Get out and amongst it. Let the University know that you’re not going to accept this!!! Use your voice! Keep Chiropractic on campus!!”

A Chiropractor heard this “call to arms” and the Community Facebook page, “Help Save the Chiropractic Degree at Macquarie University” launched last Friday and already has over 600 likes. The page is the brainchild of Macquarie University 2000 Chiropractic graduate, Fleur Castlereagh of Kirrawee Family Medical Practice. She started the page to increase awareness of Macquarie University’s decision to transfer the Chiropractic Degree program, highlight successful graduates and hopefully reverse her alma mater’s decision.

A backlash against Chiropractic has been brewing in Australia for years, fueled heavily by the Friends of Science in Medicine. According to a co-founder Professor John Dwyer of the University of New South Wales "We met with the university and suggested that a major tertiary institution should not offer these courses."

The Friends of Science in Medicine, sponsored by the Australia Skeptics, are attempting to remove CAM (Complementary and Alternative Medicine) from Universities and public health programs in Australia. The group unsuccessfully attempted to block the creation of a Chiropractic Program at Central Queensland University in 2011.

Chiropractic started at Macquarie University with the acquisition of the independent 40-year-old institution Sydney College of Chiropractic. The Chiropractic College’s courses, resources and staff converted to the Center for Chiropractic offering a Chiropractic Masters program with in the School of Biological Science at Macquarie University in 1990. The University currently offers 2 education paths: a Bachelor of Chiropractic Science followed by a Master of Chiropractic Degree in 5 years and a Graduate Diploma in Chiropractic or the Graduate Certificate in Chiropractic Science preceded by a Bachelor in Health, Medicine, or Exercise Science requiring 6 to 7 years.

 

Snow Day for National, Cleveland, and Palmer

National University of Health Science in Lombard IL, Cleveland College of Chiropractic and Palmer Co

by: DrTirpak posted: February 26, 2013

At the start of a second snow storm in less than a week NUHS announced today due to inclement weather, classes on the Lombard campus have been canceled for the rest of today, February 26 beginning at noon. National University of Health Science suggested that Chiropractic students and faculty check NUHS ‘s website for information concerning the class schedule for tomorrow, Wednesday, February 27, 2013.

This treacherous midwest storm caused the Mayor of Kansas City to declare an emergency and advised residents to stay at home. Cleveland College of Chiropractic heeded that warning and cancelled classes for Tuesday. An alert on the homepage of their website read: College and Health Center closed Tuesday, Feb. 26 due to weather conditions.

Palmer College of Chiropractic also closed the Davenport campus today. Palmer posted on their FaceBook page : Due to current weather conditions, the Davenport Campus and Quad-City clinics will close at 2:30 p.m. today, Tuesday, Feb. 26.

To all of the faculty, staff and Chiroractic Students - Be safe and enjoy the snow day.

 

Logan Has Announced their Next President – Clay McDonald, D.C., M.B.A, J.D

by: DrTirpak posted: February 04, 2013

Dr. Clay McDonald, a 1982 Logan Graduate, makes the move to President of Logan College of Chiropractic/University Programs from his previous position as Provost of Texas Chiropractic College. He will assume the position on March 1st upon the retirement of Dr. George Goodman after 20 years in the position. Dr. McDonald education and experience at three Chiropractic Colleges offers an unique for the University. After eight years in private practice he joined Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport Iowa in 1990 as a faculty clinician and progressing to the positions of Dean of Clinics and Special Advisor to the President. While on staff at Palmer Dr. McDonald earned his MBA Emphasis in Healthcare Administration from St. Ambrose University.After Palmer Dr. Clay McDonald attended law school at Valparaiso University in Valparaiso, Indiana earning a law degree and certificates in Healthcare and Elder Law & Alternative Dispute Resolution. He returned to Chiropractic education in 2002 as the Dean of Academic Affairs at New York Chiropractic College and then the Executive Vice President of Academic Affairs. While in the position he developed the Master of Science in Applied Clinical Nutrition, Master of Science in Diagnostic Imaging and Bachelor of Professional Studies degrees. He returned to Palmer College of Chiropractic in 2007 as Assistant Chancellor, Vice Chancellor for Strategic Development & Chief Compliance Officer leading the multi-campus strategic planning and creating the Office for Institutional Compliance. In 2010 he left Palmer again to accept his latest Chiropractic academic position as Provost and Senior Vice President of Texas Chiropractic College for the last 3 years.  In a statement, from Logan College of Chiropractic Dr. Clay McDonald stated "I am humbled by the opportunity to follow in the footsteps of Logan's past leaders,. As an educator and Logan alumnus, I look forward to returning to the University as it prepares new generations of chiropractors to serve the communities and build on Logan’s outstanding legacy."  Dr. George A. Goodman has presided over Logan for more than 20 years. Prior to serving as President of Logan, Dr. Goodman held the position of Logan's Vice President of Chiropractic Affairs, Clinic Director and Dean of Postgraduate Education. Dr. Goodman will end his educational career serving on the faculty for 44 years. More Article about Logan:  Logan Awarded $700,000 Standard Process Grant Chiropractic College President Chiropractic College News - Logan, Sherman & NorthWestern The Expansion of Master Programs at Chiropractic Colleges

Indian Association of Chiropractic Doctors Partnered with D'Youville

by: DrTirpak posted: December 14, 2012

Chiropractic’s introduction to India came a mere 6 years ago. Currently the country of over a billion potential patients contains only seven chiropractic clinics. To help fill the void with qualified Doctors of Chiropractic the Indian Association of Chiropractic Doctors has established a partnership with D'Youville College’s Chiropractic Program.

The idea for the partnership came when IACD President Dr. Amit (Jimmy) Nanda, who lives on Toronto Canada, noticed television ads for D’youville’s Doctorate of Chiropractic program across the border in Buffalo New York. The Indian Association of Chiropractic Doctors (IACD) intends to refer interested future Indian Chiropractors to D’Youville so they can return home to India to open Chiropractic practices.

In February a two-week trip has been planned to New Dehli, Mumbai and Hyderabad India including Ron Dannecker the director international admissions and marketing from the D’youville College and other recruiters from the college, accompanied by members of the Indian Association of Chiropractic Doctors.

"We're going to talk to medical students and professors in prominent positions to introduce the chiropractic profession," Dannecker said.

The Indian Association of Chiropractic Doctors launched in 2006 by Dr. Amit (Jimmy) Nanda, a 2003 Life Chiropractic College West Graduate. With the help of Dr. Ricky S. Rana also an Indo-Canadian Chiropractor they chartered the organization with the World Federation of Chiropractic (WFC). Their members, Canadian, American and Australian Chiropractors of Indian descent, are currently working on national legislation that has been submitted to the government of India for approval to regulate Chiropractic as a profession.

D’Youville started its multidisciplinary chiropractic program in 2004 and today enrolls less than 100 Chiropractic students. The liberal arts college’s Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) program integrates the natural and social sciences with practice experience in a team-based setting. The four-year professional program prepares doctors of chiropractic as primary healthcare professionals capable of responding to the changing demands of society in an ever-evolving, integrative healthcare system.

Logan Awarded $700,000 Standard Process Grant

by: DrTirpak posted: December 05, 2012

Logan College of Chiropractic University Programs has been awarded a Standard Process competitive research grant totaling $700,000. The recipient of the two-year grant is Cheryl Hawk, DC, PhD, CHES, CWP, FICC, Logan’s director of clinical research. Her research project is entitled “Chiropractic Care and a Specific Regimen of Nutritional Supplementation for Patients with Acute Ankle Sprain: a Multisite Randomized Controlled Trial.” This is the first research grant awarded by Standard Process Inc and was announced during the Congress of Chiropractic State Association’s gala event held in Atlanta Georgia.

The goal of the randomized placebo-controlled trial is to understand the role of nutrition in supporting chiropractic care of the musculoskeletal system.  The study will compare the short- and long-term effect of chiropractic care combined with a specific nutritional supplement regimen to chiropractic care with a placebo supplement for patients with ankle sprains, in terms of improvement in physical function and pain.The trial will follow a sample patient population treated at: Logan Chiropractic Health Centers; Performance Health Care in St. Louis Mo, and Sport and Spine Rehab, Washington D.C., a group of seven chiropractic clinics.

 Thirteen pre-proposals were received and seven institutions were invited to submit full proposals following Standard Process’ research grant announcement during the Association of Chiropractic Colleges and Research Agenda Conference annual meeting held this past March.

“The level of quality of proposals was very high,” said David Barnes, Ph.D., director of research and development for Standard Process. “We were excited about the research capacity of the chiropractic profession and this is our way of supporting it.” An external group of reviewers with many years of experience in clinical and outcomes research evaluated and ranked the final proposals.

 In addition to Dr. Hawk, who is the principal investigator, research team coinvestigators include: Weiwen Chai, MS, PhD, director of Logan’s Nutrition and Human Performance MS program; Dennis Enix, DC, MBA, Logan associate professor; Harrison Ndetan, MSc, MPH, DrPH, associate professor at Parker University; Laney Nelson, DC, DACBSP, director of Logan’s sports and rehabilitation center; Jay Greenstein, DC, CCSP; Clint Daniels, DC, MS; and project coordinator Michelle Anderson.

“We are extremely proud of Dr. Hawk’s accomplishment is competing for and securing this major research grant. She has assembled a strong collaborative team to conduct this study,” said George A. Goodman, DC, FICC, Logan president. “Being selected for this research is a major accomplishment for Logan and builds on the strength of our study of nutrition and our Master of Science degree in Nutrition and Human Performance.”

Dr. Hawk has 35 years of experience in chiropractic and nearly 20 years in clinical research, including 26 clinical studies and more than 90 articles in peer-reviewed journals. She serves as the Chair of the Scientific Commission of the Council on Chiropractic Guidelines and Practice Parameters (CCGPP), as well as the Team Lead for non-musculoskeletal conditions, health promotion and special populations. In 2010, CCGPP named her the “Person of the Year” and The Integrator named her as one of Top 10 People in Integrative Medicine/Integrated Health Care.” In that same year, she added the Certified Wellness Practitioner certification from the National Wellness Institute to her credentials. She has been named “Researcher of the Year” by both the American Chiropractic Association (2003) and the Foundation for Chiropractic Education and Research Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES). She received her Doctor of Chiropractic degree in 1976 from the National University of Health Sciences and practiced full-time for 12 years.

Source: Logan College of Chiropractic University Programs and Standard Process

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TICAA Forced to Give Funds to Palmer

by: DrTirpak posted: December 03, 2012

Palmer Chiropractic College’s former alumni association, The Chiropractic International Chiropractic Alumni Association (TICAA), lost a court battle this month and is required to pay an estimated $1 million dollars to Palmer College of Chiropractic. The International Chiropractic Alumni Association is no longer associated with Palmer.

The battled started in 2004 when the TICCA formerly known as Palmer College of Chiropractic International Alumni Association (PCCIAA) sought a change in their position on the Boards of Trustees at Palmer. They wanted to change their ex-officio seat on the board to a full voting seat. Under the direction of Palmer Board Chair Vickie Palmer negotiations started over the seat on the board and the organizations desire only to fund the Palmer Davenport Campus. Negations broke down and the college asked for PCCIAA to no longer represent the college and turn over all funds after emails were sent criticizing the Board CEO/COO Larry Patten’s spending.

Iowa's Seventh Judicial District ruled in December of 2006 in a lawsuit brought Palmer College of Chiropractic Board of Trustees against Palmer College of Chiropractic International Alumni Association. The judge ruled in favor of PICAA regarding the funds claiming the group had not misused the funds and they would use them in the same manner as the college, to support the chiropractic college and chiropractic student scholarships.

The judge ruled in favor of Palmer College of Chiropractic “The Court thereby finds the Respondent Palmer College of Chiropractic International Alumni Association in contempt of Court in connection with its continued use of the acronym 'PCCIAA' in violation of the supplemental ruling of the Court filed on January 30, 2006." Plus PCCIAA was fined $500 for continued use of Palmer’s name.

Following the ruling Palmer College of Chiropractic International Alumni Association changed its name to The Chiropractic International Alumni Association (TCIAA) and then a few years later reincorporated to The International Chiropractic Alumni Association (TICAA) in Illinois. The current legal battle started in 2009 on behalf of Palmer College of Chiropractic and 60 DC former members of TCIAA were seeking dissolution of the organization, an accounting of the organization’s finances, and damages. Claims were made that the new corporation in Illinois left the former TCIAA a shell corporation without the consent of the membership.

Scott County Iowa District Judge Marlita Greve ruled, “for the purpose of merging the old corporation with it so that they could change their corporate domicile and avoid lawsuits, ” regarding the new TICAA in IL. She also ruled that the merger and transfer of money was improper because the membership of the organization was not given an opportunity to vote on the changes.

The court ruled that The International Chiropractic Alumni Association should be dissolved and gave them 30 days to turn over the assets that used to belong to TCIAA to Palmer. “The money should go to Palmer because it was the intended beneficiary of the funds to begin with,” Judge Greve.

Palmer College of Chiropractic Board of Trustee president Dr. Trevor Ireland stated they will use the funds for scholarships for Chiropractic students at the Davenport campus and is willing to attribute the fund raising to the organization.

TICAA is fighting the ruling. Their attorney Patrick Roby said he was filing a motion asking the judge to reconsider her decision. He declined any further comment.

According to their website The International Chiropractic Alumni Association TICAA strives to: enhance the public perception our alma mater the “Chiropractic College On the Hill”, increase the value of our Chiropractic degrees, attract more prospective students to Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport Iowa, prepare chiropractic students for future success, enhance the success of our fellow Palmer alumni, create a self-perpetuating organization.

ACA President Speaks at Life University Amidst Protesters

by: DrTirpak posted: November 27, 2012

Thursday November 15^th marked an interesting day on the campus of Life University and it just may be an historical day for the Chiropractic profession.  The guest speaker for the student assembly was Dr. Keith Overland President of the ACA.

Why is this possibly historic? For Chiropractors educated at institutions outside of Life or a principled chiropractic college having the speaker of the American Chiropractic Association is unheard of. Dr. Overland has spoken at many Chiropractic Colleges. In October he made a presentation at National University of Health Sciences, but never Life. According to the ACA Dr. Keith Overland was the first American Chiropractic Association President to publicly speak at Life University.

Ask a Chiropractor that graduated from Life about going to assemblies and they will recollect a memorable story. The entire campus comes together throughout each semester for these assemblies. As part of the Doctorate of Chiropractic educational curriculum these attendance required gatherings date back to the beginning of Life and the founder Dr. Sid Williams. Legendary Principled Chiropractors Reggie Gold and Fred Barge have previously graced the Life assembly stage motivating and inspiring the future of chiropractic, but never arousing this much attention.

Campus was a buzz for a week before the assembly according to students at Life. The University even sent an email to students from President Dr. Guy Riekeman personally reminding them to be "respectful and open to discussion".  Philosophy Club and student ICA members started a public discussion on Facebook, calling for a protest before the assembly.

According to campus reports around 40 students held signs and were adorned with t-shirts pronouncing their ’straight values’. Signs included: Remove subluxation from people not Chiropractic, Drugs and Surgery are not the Future, Keep Chiropractic in our Hands. Walking past the crowd before entering the assembly the ACA President conversed with the protesters professing his commitment to the Chiropractic profession.

Dr. Overland’s lecture covered numerous topics from healthcare reform to the personal discrimination he has faced as a Doctor of Chiropractic. He also mentioned the recent Chiro Summit meeting, discriminatory language of the Family and Medical Leave Act, chiropractic in the VA hospitals and the future of the Chiropractic profession. The American Chiropractic Association President concluded his speech with a quote by hockey great Wayne Gretzky "Skate to where the puck is going to be, not where it has been."

Following the lecture a five students were chosen by the administration to ask a few questions of Dr. Overland. Most of the questions asked pertained to the ACA’s stance on chiropractors acquiring prescribing rights and American Chiropractic Associatin’s support of the changes with the CCE (Council for Chiropractic Education). He stated that the ACA fully supports the CCE considering there role as the federally approved agency that accredits chiropractic education, even though they might disagree on certain issues.  He also maintains the ACA  has a drug-free position.

Rumbling on campus after the assembly rang even loader, louder than Sid’s key hitting the floor. (Inside joke to Life Grads). Life University the following day posted on Facebook:

ChiropracTIC looks like a cap locks problem to some, but for many DCs it symbolizes a philosophy and mentality very different from the principles of the American Chiropractic Association. Life University founded in the 1970 by Chiropractor Sid Williams boasts a vitalistic mission rooted in the original teachings of DD & BJ Palmer.

One assembly at one Chiropractic University has caused a stir within the profession and a rare glimpse of divergent viewpoints coming together to expand the education of future Chiropractors. In the lecture Dr. Keith Overland, DC poignantly said "Our profession is too small to remain divided, and that in fact there is high agreement on about 95 percent of issues confronting us.”

CE Cruncher strives to remain neutral in the politics of Chiropractic, serving the profession as a resource for Chiropractic Continuing Education, news and information. We strive to communicate both sides of issues impacting all Chiropractors from an unbiased viewpoint. Let us know what you think in the comments, but please remain respectful.

Special thanks to future Chiropractors Gabriel Busquets and Mike Moratto for their help with this story.

CMCC has Teamed Up with UOIT for Healthcare Research

by: DrTirpak posted: November 24, 2012

Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College has teamed up with University of Ontario Institute of Technology to create the Centre for the Study of Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation. The research-focused initiative will focus on evidence-informed approaches to health-care delivery in Canada.

The Ontario Minister of Health and Long-Term Care, Honourable Deb Matthews, cut the ribbon for the inauguration for the new joint venture. She stated, “The new Centre will help Ontarians better manage their chronic conditions and disabilities.”

The UOIT-CMCC Centre for the Study of Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation will be under the direction of Pierre Côté, DC, PhD, an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Health Sciences at UOIT, who also holds appointments at the Dalla Lana School of Public Health at the University of Toronto and at CMCC. The Centre is supported by a $2.8 million grant awarded to Dr. Côté from the Financial Services Commission of Ontario to develop a Minor Injury Treatment Protocol.

 “I am delighted to be part of the UOIT and CMCC partnership,” said Dr. Côté. “I look forward to working with researchers from both institutions and collaborating with them on these innovative research projects that will benefit the lives of individuals affected by chronic conditions and disabilities.”

Canadian Memorial President Dr. Jean Moss said ”CMCC is delighted by this second collaborative project with UOIT, which stands to create lasting benefits by informing health policy and demonstrating the dynamism and potential created through inter-institutional collaboration.”

UOIT and CMCC signed an articulation agreement in February 2012 that enables qualified students to complete a Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours) in Kinesiology degree and a Doctor of Chiropractic degree in seven years, instead of eight.

Sherman College of Chiropractic Named a New President- Edwin Cordero DC

by: DrTirpak posted: November 16, 2012

Dr. Edwin Cordero's tenure as President will start Jan 1 2013 at Sherman College of Chiropractic in Spartanburg SC. Dr. Cordero will succeed Dr. Jon Schwartzbauer as the fifth president of the chiropractic college.

“I firmly believe the college has found in Dr. Cordero an outstanding leader who possesses not only vision and passion, but also an individual who has demonstrated over the years his commitment to the chiropractic profession and the vitalistic tenets upon which the profession was built,” says Peter Kevorkian, D.C., chair of the Sherman Board of Trustees

Edwin Cordero DC is a 1993 graduate of Life University’s College of Chiropractic. After graduation Dr. Cordero returned to his native Puerto Rico for a year to practice, but moved a year later to Boynton Beach FL and established Cordero Chiropractic. Professionally he has been a distinguished speaker at chiropractic associations, conferences and other organizations around the world, including Dynamic Essential. In 2011 the Florida Chiropractic Society selected him as "The Chiropractor of The Year". He has been the Team Chiropractor of the Costa Rican Central American Olympic Team for 8 years. He has also participated in numerous Chiropractic Mission Trips to Panama.

“My vision as president is to lead Sherman College in becoming the preeminent chiropractic school in the U.S. and the world, and to strengthen its cultural legacy of outstanding academics, chiropractic philosophy, excellent faculty, technique and research,” claims Dr. Edwin Cirdero.

In May the current President of Sherman College of Chiropractic Dr. Jon Schwartzbauer stated he would be stepping down after 10 years at the educational institution, 5 years as president. The Board of Trustees conducted a nationwide search and in October narrowed it down to 3 applicants: Dr. Cordero, Dr. Joe Donofrio, and Dr. Shawn Powers.

Dr. Donofrio is the current dean of clinical sciences, technique department chairmen and n associate professor at Sherman College of Chiropractic's faculty since 1997. The College stated that he will maintain his current position under the new leadership.

Dr. Powers presents for Parker Seminars, does Chiropractic Business Coaching, provides Chiropractic Seminars and is a founding member of the League of Chiropractic Women. Board President Dr. Kevorkian said the board is trying to find a way for Powers to be involved with Sherman College of Chiropractic.

Job Opening: Chiropractic College President

Logan, National and Parker Presidents Retiring

by: DrTirpak posted: October 31, 2012

In the past few month 3 chiropractic college presidents have announced their retirement/resignation. Dr. George A Goodman of Logan College of Chiropractic/University, Dr. Fabrizio Manici of Parker University and Dr. James F. Winterstein of National University of Health Science have all publicly announced that they are stepping down within the next year.

Dr. George A. Goodman has presided over Logan for more than 20 years and stated he will retire by March 31^st 2012. Prior to serving as President of Logan, Dr. Goodman held the position of Logan's Vice President of Chiropractic Affairs, Clinic Director and Dean of Postgraduate Education. Dr. Goodman will end his educational career serving on the faculty for 44 years.

He leaves the university as the highest paid Chiropractic College President with a salary of $791,418, reported by the Chronicle of Higher Education for 2009. Logan College of Chiropractic University Programs recently was acknowledge as having the lowest tuition of a Chiropractic Institution, a student loan default rate for 2010 of .6 %, and despite recent expansion Logan is debt free. The University also reached their highest level of enrollment at over 1000 students currently.

The Board of Trustees is appointing a committee to conduct a search for the next President of Logan. That search will be focused on identifying candidates who will help Logan continue as a leader in the field of chiropractic education and related graduate level programs according to the school’s press release.

National University of Health President James F. Winterstein, DC, will retire in 2013. A 1968 cum laude Doctorate of Chiropractic graduate, he also completed his residency at National College of Chiropractic and became Board Certified in Diagnostic Imaging in 1970.

After earning his Diplomate in Radiology he was retained as Clinic Director at National. In 1971 he obtained the position of Chairman of the Diagnostic Imaging department. In 1985 he accepted a full time position as Chief of Clinic's Staff, and obtaining his current position as president of National College of Chiropractic in 1986.

During his tenure the institution has grown from a chiropractic college to a university system offering doctorates in Chiropractic and Naturopathic medicine, master’s degrees in advanced practice, acupuncture and oriental medicine, along with a BS program and allied health programs. Over the years Dr. Weinstein has been a vocal proponent for integrative medicine and broadening scope for chiropractic physicians.

The board voted to grant the title of President Emeritus to Dr. Winterstein upon his retirement. He will continue to serve as an employee of National University's new president, Joseph Stiefel DC MS, as long as his services are deemed necessary. Dr. Steifel is currently working on a doctorate in Education and will assume the presidency during NUHS' homecoming in the summer of 2013. He is currently dean of the College of Professional Studies for National University Florida campus and has been employed by the university since 2004.

In August Parker University announced the retirement of Dr. Fabrizio Mancini from the University as well as Parker Seminars. According to a Press release from Parker University "Dr. Mancini made this decision to allow for time to pursue other interests, including public speaking and media efforts to promote chiropractic and his recently published book, and future speaking and media opportunities to promote the health and wellness revolution he is so passionate about leading."

It has been a public year for Dr. Fabrizio, or musingly Dr. Fab, with the release of his latest book: The Power of Self-Healing: Unlock Your Natural Healing Potential in 21 Days!, appearances on Dr. Phil and the Doctors television shows.

Dr. Mancini will be leaving a salary that topped $1 million between Parker University and Seminars.  Parker University tax returns for 2009 show a base salary of $441,371, $284,725 in bonus and $111,048 in other compensation.

Our earlier story on Dr. Mancini's retirement - Dr. Fabrizio Mancini is Retiring as President of Parker University

Hurricane Sandy Alert - Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College Closed Today

by: DrTirpak posted: October 30, 2012

According to Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College's website:  due to a power outage related to inclement weather, CMCC will be closed on Tuesday, October 30. We apologize for any inconvenience and anticipate we will reopen on Wednesday, October 31.

Hurricane Sandy Alert - University of Bridgeport Chiropractic College Closed

by: DrTirpak posted: October 29, 2012

Update: Power has been restored to the University of Bridgeport campus in Bridgeport. Students have returned from the shelter in Bridgeport and students who have found shelter elsewhere may also now return. Staff who are safely able to report to work on Thursday, November 1 may do so. Classes remain canceled until Monday, November 5, all campuses.

As hurricane Sandy rapidly approaches the east coast many places are boarding up and closing their doors. Among them is the University of Bridgeport Chiropractic College located in Bridgeport CT. Currently all classes and University activities and events on the Bridgeport Campus are canceled on Monday, October 29, and Tuesday, October 30. Only essential offices will be staffed on the main Bridgeport Campus during this closure. Students that reside on campus are encouraged to go home during the time that classes are canceled.

More information can be found on University of Bridgeport’s website, myUB portal and the Emergency Notification Phone Line (203-576-4159).

Weekly Chiropractic Seminar Highlight: Not All Kinesiology Taping is Equal

MOTUS - Myofascial Optimization Therapy Using Signaling

by: DrTirpak posted: September 26, 2012

MOTUS Kinesiology Taping Therapy Course is the latest provider to use CE Cruncher to attract more Chiropractors searching for continuing education.

MOTUS incorporates current science, proven clinical therapeutic methodology, academic based knowledge, experienced clinicians, and groups of industry leaders input to create what many consider the most comprehensive kinesiology taping and fascia therapy courses available. MOTUS is fully dedicated to advancing rehabilitative fascia treatment around the globe, while providing our clinicians the most "hands-on" learning experience that is easy to understand and that can be implemented immediately into clinical care.

MOTUS Kinesiology Taping Therapy Course (MKTT) is designed for the practitioner who seeks extensive hands on training necessary to truly incorporate kinesiology taping into their treatment arsenal. Unlike other elastic therapeutic taping courses, MKTT courses will provide you with the protocols needed to successfully treat conditions through an easy to understand and even easier to follow teaching method.

Taping Protocols include:
Elastic Taping Technique Effects & Methods
Cervical / Thoracic / Lumbar Sprain Strain & HNP
Upper and Lower Cross Syndrome
TOS, Costochondritis, Costovertebral Joint pain
Epicondylititis, Impingement Syndrome, Tendonitis & Bursitis
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Tenosynovitis
Gluteus Medius/ Adductor Imbalances, Hip Flexor,
Plantar Fascititis, Achilles Tendonitis, Tibialis Posterior Tendonitis

This concentrated hands on 14-hour course over 2 days was created by two of the leading elastic therapeutic taping practitioners in the world, Dr. Vince DeBono and Dr. David Parish, with almost 3 decades of combined experience in kinesiology taping alone.

Vince DeBono, DC, CSCS is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and Vice President of Academics at NUHS.
David Parish, DC, CSCS, DACBSP is a Diplomate, American Board of Chiropractic Sports Physicians and Dean of Clinics at NUHS.

The course includes handouts/notes, 6 Rolls of PerformTex™ Tape and PerformTex™ FTO Scissor. Each seminar is certified through National University of Health Sciences for 14 Chiropractic Continuing Education Credit Hours in many states.

MOTUS Seminars Dates and Locations listed on CE Cruncher

Looking for other Kinesiology Taping Semnars: DC Seminars, KTSS, Kinesio Taping Association, NorthWestern Health Sciences University, Elite Pro

Chiropractic College News - Logan, Sherman & NorthWestern

by: DrTirpak posted: September 20, 2012

Northwestern Health Sciences University Faculty Senate publicly opposes the MN Marriage Amendment

Recently, the inaugural, representative Faculty Senate of Northwestern Health Sciences University voted to accept a resolution to oppose the November election amendment to the Minnesota State Constitution which would define marriage as only between people of opposite gender. Other institution faculties publicly opposing the amendment include St. Olaf, Augsburg, William Mitchell College of Law and the University of Minnesota. Northwestern Health Sciences University, as an institution, does not take a position on the amendment.

The resolution process and the subsequent vote acknowledge a wide range of faculty opinions on the matter. Faculty Affairs Committee, forum, small group and one-on-one meetings between representative senators and members of their constituencies preceded the vote.

If you would like more information about the process or the resolution, please contact Dr. Anita Manne, Chair of the NWHSU Faculty Senate’s Faculty Affairs Committee.

Sherman College of Chiropractic Gets Tagged

Gang symbols were painted on the Sherman College of Chiropractic sign on Springfield Road in Boiling Springs between Tuesday night and Wednesday morning. According to an incident report, the sign was painted with a six-pointed star and the word "Folk" in black spray paint. A nearby stop sign also was painted with a six-pointed star and the numbers, "266," according to the police report. No suspects were listed on the report.

Logan College of Chiropractic Announces Another Undergraduate Partnership

Logan College of Chiropractic/University Programs has announced a “3+3” articulation agreement with Benedictine University at Springfield, Ill. The 3+3 agreement allows students to complete the first three years of undergraduate study (at least 90 semester hours of specific coursework including physics, chemistry and biology) at their undergraduate “home institution,” then transfer to Logan to begin the Doctor of Chiropractic Degree Program. By the end of their first year in the Doctor of Chiropractic program, these students earn the basic science credit hours needed to complete their bachelor’s degree from their undergraduate colleges as well as satisfying their basic science requirements during the first year of graduate studies at Logan leading to the Doctor of Chiropractic degree.

Benedictine University at Springfield joins nearly 50 other academic institutions around the country that have articulation agreements with Logan.

Happy Birthday Chiropractic!

by: DrTirpak posted: September 11, 2012

Today marks the 117th anniversary of the day D.D. Palmer put his hands on Harvey Lillard for the first chiropractic adjust. Frank M. Painter, D.C.has an interesting blog post on Chiro.org with a detailed account of the day.

An interesting video of the history of chiropractic:

Video Created by  Dr. Michelle Nielsen

Prestigious Grant Supports Ground-Breaking Research at Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College

by: DrTirpak posted: September 06, 2012

Toronto (Sept. 5, 2012) — The U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH) has awarded a major R01 research grant to the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in support of its study of spinal manipulative therapy.

This is the largest grant CMCC has received from NIH, with over $933,665.00 invested in chiropractic clinical research. It is the third grant in the past five years that CMCC has received. The two previous grants were being funded in partnership with the Canadian Institutes of Health Research.

The research, led by CMCC faculty members Dr. Howard Vernon, Dr. John J. Triano and Dr. Tony Tibbles, aims to establish a manipulation control that will provide a baseline against which treatment outcomes may be measured.

“This approach was very valuable, because it has never been done before,” says Dr. Howard Vernon, noting that the results of this grant will help to improve the rigour of future studies by better defining and controlling variables.

“The methods of randomized clinical trials (RCTs), to date, have not been able to differentiate the specific effects of the active treatment component of spinal manipulation from the non-specific effects such as doctor-patient interactions,”

says CMCC Dean of Research and Graduate Education Dr. John J. Triano.

“By combining modern laboratory instrumentation in the form of force sensing table technology with clinical research methods and treatment procedures, the investigators at CMCC have engineered a way to fill this gap.”

“We are thankful for the support of NIH, which reaffirms CMCC’s international reputation for leadership in spinal research,” says CMCC President Dr. Jean Moss. “By enhancing understanding of the specific effects of active

treatment, this research has the potential to demonstrate the benefits of chiropractic care for a variety of conditions and, ultimately, to inform the care we provide to our patients.”

 Source: Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College