Dr. Carita De Jong is graduate of the New Zealand College of Chiropractic, and was recently certified in the Blair Upper Cervical Technique. Her story exemplifies what can happen when courage, fate, and action converge. In this WIDE-RANGING episode, we discuss:

and more.

Check out https://kindredchiropractic.co.nz/ to learn more about Dr. Carita's practice, and to add her to your referral directory.

Follow Kindred Chiropractic on IG here: https://www.instagram.com/kindredchiropracticnz

To hear from some of the doctors mentioned in the episode, check out these previous podcasts:

Reliability of Blair Upper Cervical Indicators with Dr. Jeffrey Hannah

Next Level Chiropractic with Dr. Jeffrey Hannah

How Chiropractic Adjustments Impact Brain Physiology with Dr. Heidi Haavik

Thanks for listening!

As I've attended conferences and seminars, networked, learned from instructors and mentors - I've observed certain thought patterns that highly effective clinicians exhibit.

In this solo show, I share my observations of these thought patterns in two categories of upper cervical chiropractors

...as well as the thought patterns that they share. Enjoy!

Dr. Evan Katz is a practicing chiropractor in Boulder, Colorado. He practices the Chiropractic Biophysics Approach (CBP), and has participated in an published multiple research articles in the chiropractic field. Today we discuss one of his most recent publications, "Non-Surgical Management of Upper Cervical Instability via Improved Cervical Lordosis: A Case Series of Adult Patients"

In this episode, we discuss:

and more.

Check out Professionally Integrated to access Dr. Katz's full library of research articles, references, and professional development resources.

https://professionallyintegrated.com/

References mentioned in the show: (click for full text downloads)

Non-Surgical Management of Upper Cervical Instability via Improved Cervical Lordosis: A Case Series of Adult Patients

Diagnostic Accuracy of Videofluoroscopy for Symptomatic Cervical Spine Injury Following Whiplash Trauma

Translational and Rotational Postural Aberrations Are Related to Pulmonary Functions and Skill-Related Physical Fitness Components in Collegiate Athletes

Visit https://www.zenithchiroco.com/ to connect with Dr. Stenberg or to learn more about his practice in Colorado Springs.

Dr. Gordon Elder is a practicing chiropractor, DCCJP, advanced Blair Technique instructor, and all around amazing person.

On this episode, I invited Dr. Elder on to answer listener questions about the Blair Technique assessments, and how to manage patients using these checkup procedures.

In this episode, we discuss:

and a few more rants and rabbit trails along the way.

Learn more about Dr. Elder's story and history as a Blair Chiropractor here: Carrying on the Blair Legacy with Dr. Gordon Elder

Visit blairtechnique.com here to access the event schedule and store here:

EVENTS

CBCT MODULE

THERMOGRAPHY MODULE

Listen to this previous episode with Dr. Jeffrey Hannah diving deep into the reliability of the Blair Checks here:

Reliability of Blair Upper Cervical Technique Indicators with Dr. Jeff Hannah

The Society of Chiropractic Orthospinology (SOCO) held their annual technique symposium in Clearwater Beach, FL Oct 13-14, 2023.

Dr. Cameron Bearder and Dr. Jane Brewer both attended the conference with me, and on this episode we recap our key takeaways from the weekend.

To learn more about Orthospinology, listen to these interviews with Orthospinology Doctors:

Orthospinology, patient-centered-care, and catching up with Dr. Chad Billiris and Dr. Cameron Bearder

Visit https://www.orthospinology.org/ to learn more about the Orthospinology procedures, to view upcoming seminar schedules, and purchase equipment.

Ruth Elder is an upper cervical advocate, patient, and doctor's wife. Her experience with Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractic goes back to the early 1990's when she worked side by side with Dr. Weldon Muncy, a legend in the Blair community.

Ruth brings a unique perspective that Doctors and students alike can learn from. As a patient and non-chiropractor, Ruth has a deep understanding and appreciation for Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractic. This allows her to bridge the gap between the patient and doctor in a very special way, and in this episode she has words of encouragement and advice for both parties.

In this episode, we discuss:

and more. To hear more from Ruth, check out her podcast, "What Pain in the Neck?" https://www.blairclinic.com/podcast

Check out the Blair Clinic Website here: https://www.blairclinic.com/

In this episode, Dr. Cameron Bearder and DC student Paul Adams share our key takeaways from the 2023 Blair Technique Annual Conference including:

and more.

Key resources mentioned:

Dr. Bearder's VST presentation replay and resources - available here:

https://www.keystonespineclinic.com/blair-vst

Podcast episodes mentioned:

Demystifying Meniere's Disease with Dr. Cameron Bearder

The upper cervical chiropractors guide to cervicogenic dizziness with Dr. Cameron Bearder

The intersection of functional neurology and upper cervical chiropractic with Dr. Jonathan Chung

Check out https://www.blairtechnique.com/events/#!event-list to find an upcoming Blair Technique Seminar

Dr. Chad Billiris is an upper cervical chiropractor in South Jersey, in private practice at Summit Chiropractic. He's a practicing Orthospinologist, and volunteers on the board for the Orthospinology organization.

Dr. Billiris, Dr. Bearder, and Dr. Stenberg all attended chiropractic school together and became interested in upper cervical care around the same time. It was really fun to catch up on life and practice since school, and to learn more about the Orthospinology procedures.

In this episode, we discuss:

and more.

You can hear more from Dr. Bearder and Dr. Billiris at the Orthospinology Annual Symposium on October 13-14, 2023 in Clearwater Beach Florida.

Connect with Dr. Billiris through his website here: https://summitchiropracticnj.com/

On this rapid research review, we break down a recent publication titled:

Download the full text article here: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10380693/

We discuss:

If you have articles you'd like us to review, send them to [email protected]. Thanks for listening!

Luca O'Brien is an upper cervical chiropractor, graduating from Palmer Florida in September 2023. Luca I have attended a few conferences together this year, and have engaged in some thoughtful discussions regarding the past, present, and future of upper cervical chiropractic.

As a chiropractic student, Luca has made a consistent effort of networking, showing up to events, and making connections within the community. On this episode, we discuss:

and more. Connect with Luca online here:

Instagram: @dr.luca.ob

Check out the ICA Council on Upper Cervical Care here: https://www.icauppercervical.com/

Register for the upcoming Blair Upper Cervical Conference here:

http://www.blairtechnique.com/