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Back to School Spine Health for Students

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As children and young adults head back to school, backpack safety should be an important consideration. The wrong backpack can contribute to back pain and long-term joint problems. According to the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) young children are suffering from back pain much earlier than previous generations. Many children and young adults carry overweight backpacks, especially now with laptops included. Allison Harvey, Doctor of Chiropractic and Senior Clinician at Logan University works with young children and treats pediatric patients. “Children and parents should be mindful of the proper mechanics of carrying a backpack and what to look for when you’re …

East Central College Faculty Advance Their Teaching Skills with Logan’s Doctor of Education in Health Professions Education

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Nancy Mitchell and Brittany Clark.

Nancy Mitchell, MSN, RN is the director of nursing and dean of health science at East Central College (ECC) in Union, Missouri. Nancy attended ECC for her associate degree before earning her bachelor’s degree in nursing from Central Methodist University and her master’s in nursing from Maryville University. She came back to ECC as a full-time nursing instructor, a position she held for more than 15 years, until she was promoted to her current position. Nancy has mentored many students while teaching at ECC, including Brittany Clark, MSN, RN. Brittany came to ECC in 2012 to obtain her associate degree …

Chiropractic Care Benefits Patients with Down Syndrome

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At Logan University’s Health Centers, our physicians and student doctors provide evidence-informed, patient-centered, natural health care to members of the St. Louis community. From infants to adults, veterans to athletes and everyone in between, Logan’s health centers are proud to serve a diverse patient population. Emily Ratliff, director of events at Logan University, has been to Montgomery Health Center on multiple occasions for chiropractic care. She has experienced the benefits first-hand, so she decided to take her children in for adjustments as well. Emily’s daughter Elizabeth has Down Syndrome and after multiple surgeries, doctors’ appointments and hospital stays, Elizabeth typically …

Integrated Health Care Resident Works to Overcome Barriers in Access to Care

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Each year, a Doctor of Chiropractic is chosen to participate in Logan’s Integrated Health Care residency. An extremely competitive program, this position is open to any DC eligible for licensure or with a license in the state of Missouri who has graduated from an accredited chiropractic program and has a passion and desire to work in integrated clinical settings such as community-based health centers and hospitals. Residents rotate through Logan’s multidisciplinary health care partners including Affinia Healthcare, CareSTL Health, the Mercy JFK Clinic and the St. Louis County Department of Health. Jevinne Khan, DC (’20), Logan’s integrated health care resident …

DC Student’s Dedication Reiterates Clinician’s Love for Working at Logan

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  Nearly 4,000 miles from his home in Honolulu, HI on the island of O’ahu, Keeyan Parker, trimester 10 DC student, found a new home at Logan University. “Logan is like one big family,” said Parker. “Between sharing notes or giving real-world advice, everyone is always trying to help each other.” Currently in the pediatric rotation at the Montgomery Health Center, Keeyan enjoys being able to work with kids and see the difference chiropractic care makes in their lives. “Working with kids is aways fun,” said Parker. “Especially as a parent, seeing how the little things like posture correction can …

National Chiropractic Health Month Q&A: Dr. Norman W. Kettner

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Dr. Norman W. Kettner

This October, during National Chiropractic Health Month (NCHM), chiropractors around the country are promoting improved access to non-drug therapies and reminding people that chiropractic’s non-drug approach is on the frontline for pain management. In recognition of NCMH, Norman W. Kettner, DC (’80), DACBR, FICC, dean of research and professor emeritus of Logan’s Department of Radiology discusses the body of research he has conducted on the use of chiropractic for chronic pain management. Q: Could you provide an overview of the research you have conducted on how chiropractic care impacts the use of opioids? In collaboration with my research colleagues from …