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Want to build a stronger chiropractic practice beyond just clinical skills?

In Part 2 of this chiropractic panel, Dr. Juan Escobar and Dr. Arminta Phelps discuss the real challenges chiropractors face after graduation - including patient communication, lifestyle coaching, insurance audits, entrepreneurship, burnout, leadership, and building systems that actually improve patient outcomes.

This conversation focuses on the lessons chiropractors learn in real practice that chiropractic school often doesn’t prepare them for.

Topics covered in this episode include: • trusting your clinical instinct • improving patient communication • chiropractic business and entrepreneurship • insurance audits and practice stress • lifestyle factors affecting patient outcomes • leadership and team building in chiropractic clinics • common mistakes chiropractors make early in practice • advice for chiropractic students and new chiropractors

This episode is ideal for chiropractors, chiropractic students, and clinic owners looking to improve patient outcomes while building a stronger and more sustainable chiropractic practice.

Guest Links:

Dr. Juan Escobar https://escocare.com Instagram: @esco.care

Dr. Arminta Phelps, DC, CCWP https://achievebalancechiropractic.com Instagram: @achievebalancechiro

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Want to improve patient outcomes in your chiropractic practice? This episode breaks down why many chiropractors struggle with results — and how better communication, assessment, and clinical decision-making lead to stronger outcomes and patient retention.

Dr. Juan Escobar and Dr. Arminta Phelps share real-world insights on why patients don’t improve, how trust is lost early, and how better communication directly impacts results inside a chiropractic clinic.

In this episode: • communication mistakes that lose patients • why patients don’t get better • improving outcomes through better communication • assessment systems that actually work • building trust with patients • patient retention strategies • movement and rehab performance

This episode is for chiropractors and clinic owners looking to improve outcomes, retain more patients, and build a stronger practice.

Key moments:

00:00 Panel intro

04:00 Lessons after graduation

06:10 The real impact of chiropractic care

08:05 Sponsor - AI Local Boost

10:00 Dr. Arminta joins

11:00 Communicating with patients

12:20 Building trust

14:30 Science vs trust

15:30 Trust vs knowledge

17:45 Assessment vs cookie-cutter care

19:30 Why systems fail

21:00 Improving patient outcomes

Guest links:

Dr. Juan Escobar https://escocare.com https://www.instagram.com/esco.care

Dr. Arminta Phelps, DC, CCWP https://achievebalancechiropractic.com https://www.facebook.com/achievebalancechiro https://www.instagram.com/achievebalancechiro

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Why do patients keep relapsing - even when treatment seems to be working?

In Part 2 with Tom Swales PT, we go deeper into breathing, nervous system regulation, and why better outcomes come from better assessment - not more tools.

Tom breaks down how something as simple as breathing can influence pain, performance, and recovery, and why many clinicians miss the real driver by focusing too quickly on symptoms.

This conversation is really about thinking differently - using structured systems to improve clarity, consistency, and long-term results.

In this episode, we cover:

• why breathing is often overlooked in pain and performance
 • how nervous system regulation impacts outcomes
 • why chasing pain leads to recurring issues
 • how better assessment systems improve decision-making
 • the role of self-awareness in long-term recovery
 • how AMT helps clinicians organize their thinking
 • where rehab and movement education are heading

This episode is for chiropractors, rehab professionals, and clinic owners who want to improve outcomes and build a more effective, structured approach to care.

📍 Connect with Tom Swales PT

Free Training (AMT System): https://www.amtcertified.ca/apply--87d40

AMT Certification: https://www.amtcertified.ca

Website: https://www.amtcertified.ca

Practice: COMPHYSIO+ Performance Wellness
Podcast: Staying Relevant: The Future of Rehab & Performance
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tomswales

YouTube: @Tommyswales
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomswales

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Welcome back to Beyond Adjustments and Part 1 of the conversation with Tom Swales PT on clinical assessment, movement awareness, and why better systems lead to better outcomes in rehab and performance.

In this conversation, we cover:

• Why clinicians often collect tools without a clear assessment system
 • How missed assessments lead to repeated pain and poor outcomes
 • The role of movement, balance, and self-awareness in clinical care
 • Why trust and safety change how patients respond to treatment
 • How old injuries and compensation patterns shape current pain
 • Why quick fixes fail when the real problem is missed
 • How stronger assessment frameworks improve clarity and decision making
 • Why patient independence matters more than temporary relief

This episode highlights why strong clinical outcomes depend less on having more tools and more on having a clear system to assess, interpret, and guide meaningful change.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Intro & episode overview
 02:00 Why clinicians miss the real problem
 02:20 Sponsor: Clear-Cut Podcasting
 02:37 Tom Swales’ background and movement philosophy
 07:00 Illness, recovery, and a new perspective on resilience
 11:30 Trust, safety, and how the nervous system responds
 17:20 Why pain-focused treatment often misses the system
 20:00 A real case study on missed red flags in assessment
 24:50 Tools vs systems in rehab and chiropractic
 27:50 Self-awareness, movement scans, and better patient outcomes
 35:40 Why patients need more than temporary relief
 37:55 Part 2 preview

Connect with Tom Swales PT

Free Training (AMT System): https://www.amtcertified.ca/apply--87d40

AMT Certification: https://www.amtcertified.ca

Website: www.amtcertified.ca

Practice: COMPHYSIO+ Performance Wellness

Podcast: Staying Relevant: The Future of Rehab & Performance

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tomswales

Instagram: @swales.tom

YouTube: @Tommyswales

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomswales

LinkedIn: Tom Swales

Beyond Adjustments Podcast
 Presented by Cyber Adjustment
 Brought to you by AiLocalBoost.com
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Produced by Clear-Cut Podcasting
 https://clearcutpodcasting.com

We help podcasters record, edit, and publish professional episodes without managing multiple tools or freelancers.

This is Beyond Adjustments - where we go beyond the adjustment into the thinking behind it.

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In Part 2 of this conversation, Dr. Daniel Kimbley joins Beyond Adjustments to discuss burnout, boundaries, clinical confidence, and the role purpose plays in building a sustainable chiropractic practice.

We explore why boundaries don’t reduce commitment but instead create sustainability, how confidence develops through repetition and experience, and why simplifying your approach often leads to better long-term results for both practitioners and patients.

This episode offers practical perspective on leadership, communication, and maintaining clarity in a profession that often overcomplicates both practice and personal growth.

Resources mentioned in this episode

Dr. Daniel Kimbley
 www.nexusfamilychiropractic.com

www.theprofitablechironetwork.com

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Welcome back to Beyond Adjustments and Part 1 of the conversation with Dr. Daniel Kimbley on communication, clinical fundamentals, and why chiropractors often overcomplicate both practice and life.

In this episode, Dr. Daniel explains why mastering the fundamentals of chiropractic care often leads to better patient outcomes than constantly chasing new techniques.

We discuss clear communication, individualized adjustments, and why patients care more about results than technique names or social media “back cracking” theatrics.

This conversation also explores how the same patterns show up outside the clinic - where simplicity, consistency, and presence often matter more than complexity in both business and family life.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why mastering fundamentals matters more than chasing techniques
 • Clear communication, patient trust, and better clinical outcomes
 • Individualized care vs one-size-fits-all treatment approaches
 • Why results matter more than technique labels or social media trends
 • Simplicity and consistency in practice, business, and leadership
 • What experienced chiropractors understand about healing capacity

Fundamentals still win - in practice, in business, and at home.

Timestamps

00:00 Intro & episode overview
 02:18 Why chiropractors often skip the fundamentals
 05:00 Communication and individualized care
 08:00 Why results matter more than technique labels
 10:00 Social media hype vs real clinical outcomes
 15:44 Sponsor: AI Local Boost
 16:40 Overcomplication in practice, business, and family life
 22:40 Consistency, simplicity, and non-negotiables

Connect with Dr. Daniel Kimbley

Nexus Family Chiropractic
 www.nexusfamilychiropractic.com

The Profitable Chiro Network
 www.theprofitablechironetwork.com

YouTube
 https://www.youtube.com/@TheProfitableChiroNetwork

Instagram
 @drdanielkimbley

LinkedIn
 https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-daniel-kimbley-27481b183/

Podcast Partners

Beyond Adjustments Podcast
 Presented by Cyber Adjustment

Sponsored by AI Local Boost
 http://AiLocalBoost.com

AI Local Boost helps chiropractors improve visibility in local search and Google Maps using AI-supported optimization systems.

Produced by Clear-Cut Podcasting
 https://clearcutpodcasting.com

We help podcasters record, edit, and publish professional episodes without managing multiple tools or freelancers.

This is Beyond Adjustments - where we go beyond the adjustment into the thinking behind it.

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Welcome back to Beyond Adjustments and Part 2 of the conversation with Dr. Bobby Mozafari.

In this episode, we explore how chiropractic care is evolving toward a more outcome-focused and integrated model - where clinical reasoning, communication, and patient understanding play a central role in treatment success.

Dr. Bobby explains why terminology matters in healthcare, how language shapes expectations, and why clearer communication can improve trust, collaboration, and measurable patient outcomes.

We also discuss the balance between traditional chiropractic philosophy and modern evidence-informed care, and why the analytical component of clinical decision-making remains essential to professional development.

In this episode:

• Why terminology influences patient expectations
 • The analytical component behind chiropractic techniques
 • Why force application alone is not the full clinical picture
 • Challenges with traditional terms like “subluxation”
 • Moving toward shared language across healthcare disciplines
 • Why clearer communication improves collaboration
 • Clinical reasoning as a core professional skill
 • Balancing tradition with evidence-informed care
 • Chiropractic’s role in modern multidisciplinary healthcare

This episode focuses on the thinking behind technique — not just how care is delivered, but why.

Connect with Dr. Bobby Mozafari

Kinetic Spine & Rehab
 http://kineticspinerehab.com

[email protected]

9210 Corporate Blvd, Suite 345
 Rockville, MD 20850

About the podcast

Beyond Adjustments explores the clinical thinking, philosophy, and communication shaping modern chiropractic care.

Presented by Cyber Adjustment
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Welcome back to Beyond Adjustments and a conversation with Dr. Bobby Mozafari on building a modern, results-driven chiropractic practice.

In this episode, we explore what it actually looks like to build a modern chiropractic practice focused on results, movement, and patient empowerment.

Dr. Bobby shares how Kinetic Spine & Rehab is evolving, what growth really looks like inside a clinic, and why clear communication and evidence-informed care matter for both practitioners and patients.

We discuss the role of movement-based care, patient collaboration, and evidence-informed clinical reasoning in helping people recover faster and return to confident movement.

In this conversation, we cover:

• The current growth phase of Kinetic Spine & Rehab
 • Why environment and movement matter in recovery
 • Helping patients get better faster through clinical reasoning
 • Why language matters in healthcare communication
 • The limitations of the traditional subluxation concept
 • Spinal manipulation as a tool - not a belief system
 • The role of mindset in recovery and pain perception
 • Why patient agency improves outcomes
 • Shockwave therapy and Class IV laser in modern practice
 • A collaborative approach to patient care

Dr. Bobby explains why chiropractic should move toward common language used across healthcare - focusing less on labels and more on measurable patient outcomes.

This episode isn’t about tradition vs modern care.

It’s about clarity.
 It’s about responsibility.
 It’s about helping patients move forward with confidence.

If you're a chiropractor looking to refine your thinking, this episode is for you.
 If you're a patient wanting to better understand modern chiropractic care, this episode is for you.

Guest:
Dr. Bobby Mozafari
Kinetic Spine & Rehab

Website: http://kineticspinerehab.com
Email: [email protected]
Address:
9210 Corporate Blvd, Suite 345
Rockville, MD 20850

Kinetic Spine & Rehab focuses on evidence-informed chiropractic care, movement-based rehabilitation, shockwave therapy, Class IV laser therapy, and collaborative treatment strategies designed to help patients recover faster and move with confidence.

Beyond Adjustments Podcast
 Presented by Cyber Adjustment
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AI Local Boost helps chiropractors improve visibility in local search and Google Maps using AI-supported optimization systems.

Produced by
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Welcome back to Beyond Adjustments and a conversation with Dr. Peter Kevorkian on the philosophy, presence, and deeper meaning behind the chiropractic adjustment.

In Part 2, we explore what an adjustment really represents beyond mechanics and technique. Dr. Kevorkian shares his perspective on presence in the adjusting room, the concept of subluxation as stored experience, and why chiropractic is ultimately about personal transformation and human potential.

We discuss:

• Why most students are drawn to chiropractic by a deeper purpose - not just technique
 • Dr. Kevorkian’s perspective on what an adjustment actually is
 • How subluxation can be understood as a stored experience in the neuroskeleton
 • Why presence in the adjusting room changes the quality of the adjustment
 • Stories of presence and precision from Ralph Gregory and Donny Epstein
 • The challenge of graduating chiropractors who truly embody chiropractic philosophy
 • Why communication and integrity matter for the future of the profession
 • The opportunities created by Life West’s move to the Cal State East Bay campus

This episode is about more than technique.

It’s about understanding chiropractic as a philosophy, a presence, and a lifelong commitment to helping people express their full potential.

📍 Connect with Dr. Peter Kevorkian

Life Chiropractic College West
Website: https://lifewest.edu
Address:
25001 Industrial Blvd
Hayward, CA 94545, USA

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Welcome back to Beyond Adjustments and a conversation with Dr. Peter Kevorkian on leadership, clarity, and the future direction of chiropractic education.

We discuss:

• Dr. Kevorkian’s transition from Vice President to President at Life West
• What it actually means to lead a chiropractic college
• Why chiropractic must remain grounded in its vitalistic philosophy
• The difference between analysis and force application in chiropractic technique
• How chiropractic education shapes the future of the profession
• Why communication is one of the most important skills for chiropractors today
• The role of certainty, philosophy, and leadership in clinical practice

This episode is about more than leadership.

It’s about preserving the core of chiropractic while navigating modern healthcare systems - and ensuring the next generation understands what chiropractic truly is.


📍 Connect with Dr. Peter Kevorkian

Life Chiropractic College West
Website: https://lifewest.edu
Address:
25001 Industrial Blvd
Hayward, CA 94545, USA

🎙 Beyond Adjustments Podcast
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