Expertise I can answer any question regarding chiropractic treatment and chiropractors. Mostly, I can help the unknowing public understand what is safe and valid, what treatment is reasonable and evidence-based, and what kinds of chiropractors to stay away from. I have an advanced specialty degree in Chiropractic Sports Medicine and can address any questions regarding sports injuries. I have experience in treating elite and Olympic athletes as well as weekend-warriors.
Experience
Experience:
18 years in practice; Beijing 2008 Olympic Games: World Olympians Associan and International Sports Chiropractic Association Healthcare Team;
International Chiropractic Sports Sciences Diploma;
USA Gymnastics Healthcare team;
International Powerlifting Association Medical Staff;
300 hour chiropractic sports medicine diplomate degree (DACBSP);
International Chiropractic Sports Sciences Diploma (ICSSD)
Healthcare Consultant: Century, Ty-Wood Corp. Holliston, MA (2005-2007)
Team Chiropractor: Boston Bulldogs USL D-3 & Boston Renegades USL W-1 League (1999-2004)
Independent Examiner: Scope Medical and The Physician's Network
Professional/Clinical Monitor: Affiliated Monitors, Inc.
Board of Directors: MetroWest Chamber of Commerce (Massachusetts)2000-2006
American Chiropractic Association
Massachusetts Chiropractic Society
Publications:
"The Impact of Chiropractic Manipulative Therapy on Chronic Recurrent Lateral Ankle Sprain Syndrome in Two Young Athletes" J. of Chiro Med , Fall 2004
"Work Related Injury;" The Hanover Report, June, 1993
"Long Lasting Analgesic Effect of Oxymorphonazine in Rats;" Agonists and Antagonists III, n.7675, 1985
Education/Credentials:
BS Biology, Doctor of Chiropractic: Northwestern College of Chiropractic,
Diplomate: American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians (DACBSP)
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