Podcasts

Thanks for your interest in chiropractic science podcasts! Quick summaries of the most recent podcasts are listed on this page. View a full summary of each of the podcasts here.

049- Veterinary Chiropractic, Horses and Research with Dr. Kevin Haussler
Dr. Haussler and I discuss his research regarding chiropractic and horses. In particular we discuss four themes in this interview: 1) How chiropractic techniques can be applied to horses; 2) How do you know you are making a difference (objective outcome measures)?; 3) Effects of mobilization versus manipulation in horses; 4)Controlled clinical trials in horses with acute versus chronic back pain.
January 8, 2020 10:48 am

048- Drs. Imran Niazi and Kelly Holt Discuss Chiropractic, Neuroplasticity and Falls
Drs. Imran Niazi and Kelly Holt discuss with me their research on chiropractic, falls risk, and neuroplasticity in various populations.
August 22, 2019 11:35 pm

047- Drs. Cindy Peterson and Kim Humphreys Discuss Disc Herniations, Neck Pain, Dizziness and Chronic Low Back Pain
In this episode, we discuss cervical and lumbar disc herniations,spinal manipulation, nerve root injections, neck pain, dizziness and chronic low back pain.
August 10, 2019 1:43 pm

046- Dr. Jeffrey Hebert Discusses Back Pain, Cardiovascular Disease, Sport Participation
We discuss back pain in young people, the link between back pain, health behavior and cardiovascular disease & sport participation as a health intervention.
May 30, 2019 5:08 pm

045- Dr. Martha Funabashi Discusses the Biomechanics and Safety of Spinal Manipulation
Dr. Martha Funabashi Discusses the Biomechanics and Safety of Spinal Manipulation
May 2, 2019 4:12 pm

044- Dr. Sidney Rubinstein Discusses Chronic Low Back Pain, Spinal Manipulation and Systematic Reviews
Dr. Rubinstein and I discuss his updated systematic review of spinal manipulative therapy and chronic low back pain that will appear in BMJ.
February 24, 2019 10:27 am

043- Dr. Geoff Outerbridge Discusses World Spine Care and the Global Spine Care Initiative
In this interview, Dr. Outerbridge and I discuss his World Spine Care and the Global Spine Care Initiative.
January 22, 2019 7:28 pm

042- J. David Cassidy, DC, PhD, DrMedSc Discusses Stroke, Concussion, Neck Pain, Whiplash and Epidemiology
Dr. Cassidy and I discuss his career in chiropractic, research, and his thoughts on important issues including the impact of psychosocial factors on health.
December 4, 2018 6:13 pm

041- Spinal Pain in the Elderly and Chiropractic with Dr. Katie de Luca
Dr. de Luca and I discuss her research on spinal pain in the elderly and chiropractic. Katie de Luca is [...]
November 15, 2018 3:27 pm

040- Dr. Anthony Lisi Discusses Chiropractic Practice and Research in the VA
In this episode, Dr. Anthony Lisi and I discuss the state of chiropractic practice and research in the US Veterans Health Administration.
October 18, 2018 7:08 pm

039- Inflammation of Peripheral Nerves, Chiropractic Principles, Manual Therapies and More with Dr. Geoffrey Bove
Geoffrey Bove, DC, PhD, and I discuss his research regarding inflammation in peripheral nerves, chiropractic principles, manual therapies, and much more.
October 4, 2018 12:02 am

038- Chiropractic, Opioids, Adverse Drug Events, and Medicare with Dr. James Whedon
In this episode, Dr. James Whedon and I discuss his research on chiropractic, opioids, adverse events, risk of injury, medicare, [...]
August 23, 2018 6:54 pm

037- Interdisciplinary Care and Strategies to Incorporate Evidence Into Practice With Dr. Robert Vining
In this episode, Dr. Robert Vining and I discuss his involvement in chiropractic research at a specialty hospital in New [...]
August 7, 2018 7:01 pm

036- From Spine Function to Dysfunction and Multidisciplinary Teamwork With Dr. Peter McCarthy
Dr. Peter McCarthy and I discuss his varied research in the profession from spine function to dysfunction and multidisciplinary teamwork.
August 1, 2018 7:34 am

035- Dr. Ian Coulter Discusses Research in JAMA, Appropriateness and Contextual Factors in Chiropractic Care
Dr. Coulter and I discuss the recent JAMA article on adding chiropractic care to usual medical care. We also discuss the recent Spine Journal systematic review on spinal manipulation and chronic LBP. In addition, we talk about appropriateness and contextual factors in chiropractic research and practice.
July 10, 2018 7:41 pm

034- Dr. John Mayer Discusses Back Exercise, Wellness, Chiropractic and First Responders
Join Dr. John Mayer and I as we discuss his extensive clinical and research experience in therapeutic exercise, wellness, chiropractic and first responders.
May 24, 2018 5:00 pm

033- Why We Need to Pay Attention to Back Pain with Dr. Alice Kongsted
Join Dr. Kongsted and I as we discuss her unique role as an author of the recent groundbreaking Lancet series of articles on Low Back Pain as well as many other topics.
May 17, 2018 2:52 pm

032- Dr. Carolina Kolberg - Oxidative Stress and Chiropractic
Dr. Carolina Kolberg and I discuss her research dealing with the effect of chiropractic care on oxidative stress blood markers.
April 19, 2018 7:28 pm

031- Dr. Craig Moore: Role of Chiropractors in the Management of Headaches
Dr. Craig Moore discusses the role of chiropractors in the management of headaches. Some areas of discussion we touch upon include the societal impact and costs associated with headaches; prevalence of headache in chiropractic clinical settings; why do people turn to chiropractors.
March 16, 2018 11:00 pm

030- Chiropractic, Exercise and Response Time, Letters to Editor and Case Studies with Dr. Dean Smith
Listen as Dr. Gregory Cramer interviews Dr. Dean Smith regarding his research regarding chiropractic as well as exercise on response time, letters to editor and case studies.
January 5, 2018 7:00 am

029- Dr. Pierre Côté Discusses Neck Pain, Stroke and Lumbar Disc Herniation
Listen as Dr. Pierre Côté and I discuss his involvement in hugely impactful research on stroke, lumbar disc herniations and neck pain. He provides chiropractors with key information that helps de-mystify these topics.
November 15, 2017 8:17 pm

028- Is Sitting Killing You? Dr. Diana De Carvalho Discusses Seated Spine Posture
Is sitting killing you? What kind of posture should you have seated or standing? How much time should you sit versus stand at work? How much spine flexion is too much? Can chiropractic manipulation help with seated postures?
October 26, 2017 4:33 pm

027- Low Back Pain Trajectories and Chiropractic Practice with Iben Axén, DC, PhD
Dr. Axén and I discuss the trajectories of low back pain, the characteristics of chiropractic patients with low back pain and practice based research.
August 17, 2017 3:23 pm

026- Chiropractic Management of Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Dr. Carlo Ammendolia
Dr. Ammendolia and I discuss chiropractic care and lumbar spinal stenosis including a randomized controlled trial involving stenosis bootcamp.
August 10, 2017 7:38 pm

025- Chiropractic Maintenance Care with Andreas Eklund, DC, PhD
Dr. Eklund and I discuss topics such as: the effect and cost-effectiveness of Chiropractic Maintenance Care (MC) in a population [...]
June 17, 2017 12:10 am

024- Chiropractic Research with Clinician-Scientist Dr. Donald Murphy
I am really excited that in this interview, we’ll discuss topics such as: spine care as a framework for the [...]
June 1, 2017 10:08 pm

023- Statistics in Chiropractic Science with Dr. Cynthia Long
Dr. Cynthia Long and I discuss the importance of statistics in chiropractic science. We talk about the role of statistics [...]
May 26, 2017 9:40 am

022- Patient Reported Outcomes and Care Response with Dr. Jonathan Field
Dr. Field and I discuss the clinical significance of patient reported outcomes and Care Response. Care Response is a free [...]
March 24, 2017 5:48 am

021- Learning to Adjust and Neuromuscular Responses to Manipulation with Martin Descarreaux, DC, PhD
Dr. Martin Descarreaux and I discuss his research regarding learning to perform chiropractic adjustments, neuromuscular responses following spinal manipulation and [...]
March 2, 2017 6:11 pm

020- Patient Perspectives, Integrative Care and Health Policy with Dr. Michele Maiers
Dr. Michele Maiers and I discuss the patient perspective in chiropractic clinical trials, integrative care and leveraging research to inform health care policy.
February 23, 2017 8:21 pm

019- Spine Dynamics, Spine Control and Chiropractic with Dr. Alan Breen
Dr. Alan Breen and I discuss spine dynamics and spine control along with quantitative fluoroscopy in chiropractic research and practice.
February 9, 2017 3:49 pm

018- Chiropractic Dose-Response Relationship and Public Health with Dr. Mitch Haas
Dr. Mitch Haas and I discuss the dose-response relationship between chiropractic and health outcomes as well as chiropractors in public [...]
October 13, 2016 5:30 pm

017- Chiropractic and Response Time, EMG and TMD with James DeVocht, DC, PhD
James DeVocht, DC, PhD and I discuss research regarding the effect of chiropractic care on special operations forces reaction and [...]
September 2, 2016 6:13 am

016- Chiropractic Research Utilization and Knowledge Translation with André Bussières, DC, PhD
In this podcast episode, André Bussières DC, PhD and I discuss topics such as: research utilization and knowledge translation in chiropractic [...]
August 11, 2016 10:11 pm

015- Chiropractic and Value in Spine Care with William Weeks, MD, PhD, MBA
William Weeks MD, PhD, MBA and I discuss topics such as: how doctors of chiropractic supply health care services, how [...]
July 28, 2016 4:28 pm

014- Evidence Based Practice with Jan Hartvigsen, DC, PhD
Dr. Hartvigsen and I discuss some important issues facing the profession including: 1) What is Evidence Based Practice?; 2) How [...]
July 2, 2016 8:23 am

013- Patient Centered Chiropractic Care with Dr. Kent Stuber
Dr. Kent Stuber discusses his research interests, his role as editor of the Journal of the Canadian Chiropractic Association and [...]
May 26, 2016 7:49 pm

012- Life Course of Back Pain and Pediatric Chiropractic with Dr. Lise Hestbæk
In this episode Dr. Hestbæk discusses her research involving the life course of back pain and her focus on pediatric chiropractic.
April 25, 2016 11:07 pm

011- Health Promotion, Wellness and Chiropractic Guidelines with Dr. Cheryl Hawk
In this episode Cheryl Hawk, DC, PhD, CHES discusses chiropractic maintenance vs. wellness care, various chiropractic guidelines on low back pain, [...]
April 9, 2016 9:10 am

010- Assessing Spinal Structure, Function and Intervention with Dr. Greg Kawchuk
Dr. Greg Kawchuk discusses his research regarding strategies and technologies for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of spinal disorders and back pain.
April 4, 2016 7:22 pm

009- Scott Haldeman, DC, PhD, MD: Pioneering and Contemporary Chiropractic Science
In this episode, it is my great privilege to interview Scott Haldeman, DC, PhD, MD. Dr. Haldeman is a pioneer [...]
February 9, 2016 6:00 am

008- Spine Care Research with Dr. Michael Schneider
Learn about Dr. Michael Schneider’s chiropractic research on this episode of Chiropractic Science. Dr. Schneider is a 1982 graduate of [...]
December 11, 2015 9:34 pm

007- Advancing Chiropractic Research with Dr. Christine Goertz
Dr. Christine Goertz discusses the largest chiropractic study ever, effectiveness and cost studies and why there is so much heterogeneity in research.
November 17, 2015 7:13 pm

006- Brain Adjustments with Dr. Heidi Haavik
Dr. Heidi Haavik explains what happens in your brain when a chiropractor adjusts your spine. Learn how chiropractic can improve your well-being.
October 12, 2015 11:48 am

005- Human Performance with Dr. Steven Passmore
Listen to Dr. Dean Smith interview Dr. Passmore regarding the science relating chiropractic to human performance.
October 1, 2015 10:22 pm

004- Myofascial and Chiropractic Research with Dr. Srbely
Dr. John Srbely discusses the latest research in chiropractic and myofascial pain research, trigger points and central sensitization.
August 29, 2015 11:47 am

003- Chiropractic Neurophysiology with Dr. Bernadette Murphy
Dr. Bernadette Murphy discusses the latest research in chiropractic neurophysiology and how chiropractic adjustments work.
January 16, 2015 3:47 am

002- Chiropractic Pediatric Research with Dr. Katherine Pohlman
Dr. Katie Pohlman discusses her career in chiropractic pediatrics and research.
December 24, 2014 6:38 pm

001- Chiropractic Research with Dr. Gregory Cramer
Dr. Gregory D. Cramer discusses his career in chiropractic research and teaching.
August 7, 2014 1:50 pm

Upcoming Interviews

Tue Secher Jensen, DC, PhD

Tue Secher Jensen graduated from the University of Southern Denmark in 2002 and has been working as a researcher since his student years. After graduation, he worked as a chiropractic intern and as a chiropractor for a couple of years alongside his work as a research assistant. In 2009, he defended his PhD thesis on the prevalence, development and clinical value of Modic changes in the general population. From 2013 to 2016, he was employed as a senior researcher and clinical associate professor at the Spine Centre of Southern Denmark and since 2013 he has also been employed as a senior researcher at the Nordic Institute of Chiropractic and Clinical Biomechanics (NIKKB). Since 2017, he has been employed at the Diagnostic Centre – Imaging Sector at the Regional Hospital in Silkeborg, Denmark, as a chiropractor doing research and reading spinal MRI. From 2018 to 2019 he was an associate professor at the Department of Clinical Medicine at Aarhus University. Tue Secher Jensen was recently (January 1st 2020) appointed, along with Lise Hestbaek (who has previously been on the podcast), as professors at the Department of Sports Science and Clinical Biomechanics at SDU.

Tues research has primarily focused on the clinical value of MRI findings in people with back pain. In recent years his research focus has shifted more towards clinical guidelines, knowledge translation and implementation.

Kenneth A. Weber II, DC, PhD

Dr. Ken Weber is an Instructor in the Department of Anesthesia, Perioperative and Pain Medicine at Stanford University. He obtained his Doctor of Chiropractic from Palmer College of Chiropractic Florida in 2009 and then completed a PhD in neuroscience at Northwestern University in 2016, specializing in movement and rehabilitation science. Ken’s research intersects clinical pain research and advanced MRI techniques with an emphasis on brain, spinal cord, and musculoskeletal imaging. His research aims to better understand the neural and musculoskeletal changes underlying clinical pain conditions, the mechanisms of treatments, and predictors for recovery. Ken is currently supported by a K23 Mentored Patient-Oriented Research Career Development Award from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke of the National Institutes of Health. His previous funding has included the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, the National Institute on Drug Abuse, and the NCMIC Foundation, Inc.

Chiropractic Science Reviews

Great to see a community of science based chiropractors sharing their experience and ideas!

I just finished listening to your podcast with Dr. Bove. THANK YOU! Great topic and great interview style.

William Brady

March, 2019

Love this show

This is a fantastic show with up-to-date, clinically relevant research. I love hearing from the original researchers and Dr. Dean does a stellar job guiding the interview and keeping it interesting and informative.

mama rouge

August, 2018

Energizing, informative and accessible!

Energizing, informative and accessible! I think that it’s extremely important to stay current and to continue to learn, but with work and a young family I find it challenging to carve out time to do this as often as I would like. I’ve just recently started listening to Chiropractic Science podcasts in the car and it’s a game changer! The topics are current and timely, the guests are leaders in the profession and there is tremendous value in hearing about the research from the researchers themselves. When I arrive at work I always have a new tidbit to share with colleagues or an idea about how to apply/integrate the new knowledge/perspectives into what I do. I also appreciate how the guests weave threads that remind us to think critically about what we do and the quality of research that we are doing and using. I just finished the podcast with Ian Coulter; it left me re-energized, with new questions, an interest in looking more closely at the original papers he discussed and also at research on the context of the clinical encounter across different professions. I’m excited about the research that is happening and how it will support the role of chiropractors in the broader health system context. Thank you to Dean and the guests for making the information accessible and easy to digest!

JNashDC

July, 2018

My new favorite

I’m always looking for informative podcasts that can teach while holding my interest. This one fits the bill! Engaging guests with a relaxed and fun interview style, I’m always learning quality information but it is never dry. Thank you for this!

Mariam_Ashraf

June, 2018

Excellent podcasts

What a wonderful accompaniment to my 10K runs.

jmvdc

May, 2018

Excellent resource!

This was my first listen to the Chiropractic Science podcast. Excellent resource! Great host (Dr. Dean Smith)!! Very informative and keeps you engaged throughout the shows.

Dr. Kyle Swanson, DC

May, 2018

Science based validation

Dr Dean Smith has a effective interview style that is easy to listen to. He presents a variety of evidenced based, relevant topics. Thanks for keeping the profession and public updated.

miDebS

April, 2018

Fantastic

Fantastic to be able to listen to the best in Chiropractic research (including the awesome host himself Dr Dean Smith). Keep up the great work!!

SportsChiroGabe

April, 2018

Keep up the great work!

Keep up the great work! Thank you Dean for shining a spotlight on these prominent researchers and their important work. It is interesting to hear their discussions on research beyond what is written and published. I particularly like the way that you discuss making rigorous, peer-reviewed research clinically meaningful for those of us on the front line delivering evidence-based healthcare to patients.

ScarlettRoseMonroe

November, 2017

Love this podcast

Love this podcast. I have started listening to Dr. Deans podcast on my way to work every morning. I find myself listening sometimes to the same podcast a few times since there is so much great information. It truly inspires me to learn more about my profession even after 27 years in practice. Thanks Doc for sharing your knowledge. I love what you do.

Dr. Helle Leap

November, 2017

Best Resource for Evidenced Based Chiropractic

Best Resource for Evidenced Based Chiropractic. It is truly amazing to hear so many astounding researchers in the Chiropractic field. The researchers diverse backgrounds and expertise allow students such as myself to be engaged in the pursuit of further knowledge. Dr. Smith’s interview style allows the listeners to obtain clinical information that can be applied directly into practice. Thank you for providing these great podcasts!

Youngoh Kim

October, 2017

Chiropractic Works

So many Chiropractors see “miracles” happen in their offices but have no clue of the physiology of why they happen. This is a great podcast that can help docs confidence in what they do grow and then be able to ethically help more people.

Potential Singer

October, 2017

What an outstanding resource!

What an outstanding resource! By far one of the most valuable content sources for new and old chiropractors alike. Reliably poignant content presented in an easy to digest manor.

Arbbyluvgigi

August, 2017

Fresh ideas

Fresh Ideas from Contemporary Scientific Thought Leaders in the Chiropractic Profession. Dr. Smith brings you insights from contemporary researchers from around the world. Being active in the technique development, research and practice, I am reinspired by learning of developments from the motor control and neurophysiological disciplines. I am reminded of the references and research personalities my mentor, the late Dr. Joe Keating would report and these podcasts continue in that same spirit. Keep up the good work!

Paul O DC MPH

June, 2017

Excellent

Excellent. Great interviewing by Dr Smith & excellent guests. They’re the unsung leaders in chiropractic.

BC/DC

June, 2017

Fantastic Resource

Fantastic Resource. I stumbled across this podcast as a trimester 2 chiropractic student. The first segment I listened to was with Dr. Bernadette Murphy and I was hooked. Dr. Dean Smith does an incredible job of guiding the interview fluidly and asking the very questions that come to my mind while listening. As someone who wants to be involved in research Dr. Smith ends his interviews with “what advice would you have for someone interested in pursuing research?” The responses from those interviewed have been nothing short of inspiring. I’d recommend this podcast to anyone interested in neuromusculoskeletal medicine ESPECIALLY manual therapists.

cbolles8677

April, 2017

Great podcast

Great podcast. I absolutely love Dr. Smith’s podcasts. He brings the best of the best in the chiropractic profession to share current research knowledge with his listeners. His podcasts are engaging and informative, and I always end them being more knowledgeable than when I started. Great leader for the profession.

ZachJipp

April, 2017

This is for every chiropractor!

This is for every chiropractor! This is for chiropractors who want to help their patients by advancing chiropractic among other health professionals. It’s time we stop seeing other health care providers as those who resist the chiropractor. If we were better at communicating, educating, and explaining chiropractic more providers would collaborate with us and more people would be healed. This podcast provides the resources to do just that.

Only one in the world

March, 2017

Highly recommended!

Chiropractic Science podcasts. An excellent way to catch up on the latest research from some of the world’s best chiropractic researchers in a friendly, informative, memorable way. I listen in the car, in the gym, whilst out running and when travelling, it’s the best way to make the most of some spare time. Thoroughly enjoyable and highly recommended!

Buffy_Chiro