Don MacDonald

Dr. Don MacDonald is the co-creator of the MacDonald Safety Corridor Protocol, co- founder of The Informed Chiropractor, and has been helping chiropractors integrate Polyvagal Theory into practice for more than two decades. He teaches internationally on neurologically focused chiropractic, communication, and nervous system regulation.

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The Future of Chiropractic: AI, Research, and Better Patient Care

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For decades, chiropractors have worked to help patients move better, feel better, and live healthier lives. Yet one question continues to shape the profession: How do we combine the art of chiropractic with the best available evidence? That question becomes even more important as technology advances and artificial intelligence begins influencing healthcare in ways that […]

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Chiropractic Communication and Adaptability

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The Missing Link to Better Patient Outcomes Most chiropractors spend years refining their adjusting skills, studying technique, and improving clinical procedures. Those things matter. However, after decades in practice, many discover that technical skill alone does not explain why some patients thrive while others struggle to engage with care. Two patients can present with similar

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Prune. Focus. Regulate A Polyvagal Fall Reset for Your Chiropractic Practice_result

Why Chiropractors Need a Seasonal Reset for Better Practice Growth

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Every chiropractor reaches a point in the year when the pace of practice starts to feel heavier. The schedule is full. Patients need more. Staff need support. Administrative tasks pile up. At the same time, your own nervous system is trying to keep up with the demands of leadership, patient care, family life, and professional

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The Safety Sandwich A Polyvagal Approach to Chiropractic Adjusting

The Safety Sandwich: A Polyvagal Approach to Chiropractic Adjusting

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A patient walks into your office looking calm on the surface, but their body tells a different story. Their shoulders are elevated. Their breathing is shallow. Their eyes scan the room before settling on you. They lie on the table, but their nervous system has not arrived yet. Many chiropractors focus on finding the right

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Neurological Safety in Chiropractic

How to Adjust With Neurological Safety in Mind

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The Soft Skills Chiropractors Aren’t Taught Every chiropractor learns how to deliver an adjustment. Very few learn how to help a nervous system receive one.That is the real differentiator in our profession.Most chiropractors think better results come from changing technique, force, or speed. But what they are craving is connection, presence, and nervous system awareness.

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Modern Chiropractic Philosophy

Updating Stephenson’s 33 Principles

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How Neuroscience Supports Chiropractic Today Modern chiropractic philosophy is evolving as neuroscience finally catches up with what chiropractors have observed for generations. There’s a moment every chiropractor has sooner or later.You’re standing in your practice, looking at a patient who just changed right in front of you, and you think, “There is no way this

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What Is Polyvagal Theory in Chiropractic

What Is Polyvagal Theory in Chiropractic?

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Why Should Chiropractors Care? You’ve probably heard the term “Polyvagal Theory” floating around more often in the last few years—especially in trauma-informed circles. But what exactly is it?And more importantly: what does it have to do with chiropractic care? The short answer?Everything. The Basics of Polyvagal Theory Polyvagal Theory was developed by Dr. Stephen Porges.It

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The Informed Chiropractor Polyvagal Chiropractic Podcast

The Informed Chiropractor: Polyvagal Chiropractic Podcast

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In this Polyvagal Chiropractic Podcast episode, Dr. Don McDonald explains the evolution of The Informed Chiropractor and how Polyvagal Theory is reshaping modern chiropractic care. Rebranding and Evolution with Chiropractic and the Polyvagal Theory After a hiatus, Dr. Don is relaunching the podcast today with a brand new name.In this solo episode, Dr. Don discusses

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Chiropractic Success Podcast

Unlocking Chiropractic Success Podcast

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This Chiropractic Success Podcast episode explores how Dr. Whitney Wihlidal built a thriving chiropractic practice through leadership, communication, Polyvagal Theory, and nervous system focused care. An In-depth Conversation with Dr. Whitney Wihlidal How Dr. Whitney Wihlidal Built a Successful Chiropractic Practice In this episode of The Informed Chiropractor, host Dr. Don McDonald interviews Dr. Whitney

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