Insights from Dr. Peter Kevorkian How Chiropractic Adjusting Techniques Have Changed Over Time In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Peter Kevorkian as he walks through how chiropractic technique develops over time and why analysis matters as much as force. He explains how his background shaped his early focus, what led him to study
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Why Everyone Is Talking About It The vagus nerve has become one of the most discussed topics in health, wellness, neuroscience, and chiropractic care. From social media to scientific research, more people are becoming interested in understanding how the nervous system influences stress, healing, resilience, and overall wellbeing. But what exactly is the vagus nerve,
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Innovation, Leadership, and Education What does the future of chiropractic look like? According to Dr. Brian McAulay, it begins with leadership, collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to helping the next generation of chiropractors thrive. The chiropractic profession has never had more opportunities—or more challenges. Healthcare is changing rapidly. Education costs continue to rise. Patient expectations
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Pregnancy and pediatric chiropractic care continues to be one of the fastest-growing areas within the chiropractic profession. Families today are increasingly seeking natural approaches that support wellbeing during pregnancy, birth, infancy, and childhood. In this episode of The Informed Chiropractor Podcast, Dr. Don MacDonald speaks with Dr. Kelly-Jane McLaughlin, a chiropractor from Carlisle, England, whose
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The Vagus Nerve, Inflammation, and Nervous System Regulation Modern healthcare conversations are increasingly focused on one important question: How does inflammation affect long-term health, and what role does the nervous system play in recovery? In this episode of The Informed Chiropractor Podcast, Dr. Don MacDonald explores the fascinating relationship between inflammation, nervous system regulation, Polyvagal
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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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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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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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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. The Safety Sandwich is one part of
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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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