Chiropractic BioPhysics Podcast

“I’m excited, but I’m tired.” That’s the reality of doctors committed to growth. Traveling. Studying. Training. Leveling up. Because elevating chiropractic takes work. This week on the podcast, Dr. Deed Harrison, Dr. Joe Ferrantelli, and Dr. Jason Jaeger break down what’s happening inside the CBP® community — and why the future of chiropractic education is evolving rapidly. Here’s what you need to know: The CBP Hands-On Workshop delivers real-world, technique-driven, practical training. The CBP Diplomate Program is not a weekend certificate — it’s a comprehensive, structured educational pathway. It includes substantial peer-reviewed research and systematic reviews. It’s designed for depth, mastery, and clinical confidence — not surface-level CE credits. Networking at events like Parker Seminars connects you with leaders shaping the profession. The future of chiropractic education includes stronger online components — while preserving essential hands-on mastery. If we want higher standards in chiropractic… If we want credibility in healthcare… If we want research-backed spinal correction protocols that withstand scrutiny… Education must evolve. That’s exactly what CBP is doing. - Diplomate status matters. - Research matters. - Community matters. “It’s one of my favorite events to do.” — because when chiropractors gather to learn, the profession moves forward. If you’re serious about: • Chiropractic Biophysics (CBP) • Evidence-based spine correction • Raising your clinical authority • Contributing to a stronger chiropractic community This is your invitation. - Tag a chiropractor who needs to hear this. - Share this with your team. - Get involved in the next CBP workshop or diplomate track. The future of chiropractic won’t build itself.

In this powerful and candid episode of the Chiropractic Biophysics Podcast, Dr. Joe Ferrantelli and Dr. Jason Jaeger sit down with Dr. John Maltby — Secretary General of the World Federation of Chiropractic — to unpack the real story behind chiropractic’s global expansion, regulatory battles, and cultural authority. From Rwanda to China, discover how the WFC is helping chiropractors gain legal recognition in countries where doctors still risk arrest for practicing. This conversation cuts through misinformation about the WHO, internal profession conflicts, and what truly matters: making chiropractic accessible to all people, in all nations. The episode also tackles one of the hottest topics in the profession — X-ray rights. A recent survey of over 3,600 practicing U.S. chiropractors reveals that 92% see value in radiographs beyond pathology, and nearly 99% believe they pose minimal risk. As debates intensify about scope, regulation, and the profession’s future, this episode challenges chiropractors to unite, elevate standards, and focus on what truly advances chiropractic worldwide.

What’s changing at NBCE, why it’s changing, and how it impacts students and the profession. In this episode of the Chiropractic BioPhysics (CBP) Seminars Podcast, Dr. Deed Harrison is joined by Dr. Jason Jaeger and Dr. Joe Ferrantelli for a timely discussion on major updates to NBCE testing, especially changes to the Part IV examination, and what these changes may mean for chiropractic students, new graduates, educators, and the profession at large. Dr. Jaeger (NBCE leadership; state regulatory board experience; ICA and WFC involvement) explains the “why” behind modernization efforts—covering centralized testing, exam integrity, improved reliability, and how increased testing availability can help graduates enter practice sooner. Topics covered: Why NBCE is moving toward centralized Part IV testing Part IV updates: format changes, improved grading consistency, and a more real-world clinical feel Student impact: more frequent testing opportunities and potentially shorter delays to licensure The role of boards: public protection, competency assessment, and stakeholder input Professional Cooperation: reducing noise and focusing on constructive progress Research spotlight: a new CBP paper in the Journal of Clinical Medicine comparing first-episode acute low back pain patients to matched controls using sophisticated sagittal plane analysis Featured doctors: Dr. Deed Harrison Dr. Jason Jaeger Dr. Joe Ferrantelli Upcoming event mention: An AI / machine learning-focused CBP event is scheduled for January 31, 2026. Visit idealspine.com for upcoming seminars and registration. https://www.idealspine.biz/collections/seminars/products/ai-machine-learning-cbp-technique  #Chiropractic #NBCE #CBP #ChiropracticStudents #BoardExams #SpineResearch #LowBackPain #ChiropracticResearch

What’s changing at NBCE, why it’s changing, and how it impacts students and the profession. In this episode of the Chiropractic BioPhysics (CBP) Seminars Podcast, Dr. Deed Harrison is joined by Dr. Jason Jaeger and Dr. Joe Ferrantelli for a timely discussion on major updates to NBCE testing, especially changes to the Part IV examination, and what these changes may mean for chiropractic students, new graduates, educators, and the profession at large. Dr. Jaeger (NBCE leadership; state regulatory board experience; ICA and WFC involvement) explains the “why” behind modernization efforts—covering centralized testing, exam integrity, improved reliability, and how increased testing availability can help graduates enter practice sooner. Topics covered: Why NBCE is moving toward centralized Part IV testing Part IV updates: format changes, improved grading consistency, and a more real-world clinical feel Student impact: more frequent testing opportunities and potentially shorter delays to licensure The role of boards: public protection, competency assessment, and stakeholder input Professional Cooperation: reducing noise and focusing on constructive progress Research spotlight: a new CBP paper in the Journal of Clinical Medicine comparing first-episode acute low back pain patients to matched controls using sophisticated sagittal plane analysis Featured doctors: Dr. Deed Harrison Dr. Jason Jaeger Dr. Joe Ferrantelli Upcoming event mention: An AI / machine learning-focused CBP event is scheduled for January 31, 2026. Visit idealspine.com for upcoming seminars and registration. https://www.idealspine.biz/collections/seminars/products/ai-machine-learning-cbp-technique    #Chiropractic #NBCE #CBP #ChiropracticStudents #BoardExams #SpineResearch #LowBackPain #ChiropracticResearch

Well all of you asked for research, you got it!  Join Drs. Deed, Joe & Fred as we review another research project and its implications for chiropractic practice.  This podcast is thoracic focused, enjoy! CBP Seminars https://idealspine.com/ PostureCO's PostureScreen & PostureRay: https://www.postureanalysis.com/ Dr. Fred's Ellite Coaching: https://www.elitecoachingllc.com/welcome

In this episode, Drs. Deed, Fred and Joe discuss the highlights from the CBP Annual convention in Nashville, TN.

In this episode, we are gearing up for what will be an amazing CBP Annual Conference.  Get of glipse what is coming next week.

In this episode, Drs. Deed, Joe & Fred are back to review and give their chiropractic perspective on a recent paper: Association of kyphotic posture with loss of independence and mortality in a community-based prospective cohort study: the Locomotive Syndrome and Health Outcomes in Aizu Cohort Study (LOHAS) Research Article: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35361638/  

We are back!  In this episode, Dr. Deed Reviews the latest publication, "Comparison of Sensorimotor Integration and Skill-Related Physical Fitness Components Between College Athletes With and Without Forward Head Posture" Give a listen to see how this will apply to your practice with your patients with Forward Head Posture! This amazing case control publication identified that forward head posture influences sensori-motor integration and athletic functional skills tests. Specifically, as the FHP increases, athletic skill test performance is altered negatively. We identified an increased in Time on the T-test, a decreased vertical leap, decreased static and dynamic balance in persons with increasing FHP

In this video, the successful rehabilitation of a thoracic hyperkyphosis is presented in a female patient with chronic pain and impairment. If left untreated, hyperkyphosis can relate to a number of health related disorders including back pain, disability, mobility, falling, reduced lung volume, and other impairments. Chiropractic BioPhysics is a technique that incorporates specific mirror image (r) postural exercises, adjusting techniques, and traction techniques to improve spine alignment. http://www.journaljammr.com/index.php/JAMMR/article/view/10002  

CBP publishes another paper in the prestigious Dose Response Journal on the misuse of ALARA and other dose limiting campaigns, aka Choosing Wisely): ALARA = As Low As Reasonably Achievable for x-ray dosages For the article in full, please visit: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/1559325820921641?fbclid=IwAR0u-tk6uo9c2PcW_RRJXh7FwKmi4ldG6IZpS5TWFKVbZnDjNtx1PcjIz0w#articleShareContainer

Abstract [Purpose] To demonstrate the reduction of symptoms related to Parkinson's disease by improvement in posture. [Participant and Methods] A 59-year-old male patient presented with a prior diagnosis of Parkinson's. Symptoms included a resting right hand tremor, intermittent 'freezing episodes' with gait, mild ataxia with shuffling on toes and bradykinesia assisted with a cane, as well as low back pain and right knee pain. Radiography revealed gross postural and spine deformity. The patient received Chiropractic BioPhysics care including mirror image exercises, spinal traction, spinal adjustments as well as gait rehabilitation. [Results] After 38 treatments over 5 months, the patient had significant improvements in posture alignment as well as gait, balance, hand tremors, low back and knee pains and SF-36 values. A 21 month follow-up revealed the patient had remained essentially well and the initial postural improvements were maintained. [Conclusion] This case demonstrates improvement of various symptoms in a patient with Parkinson's disease. Since poor posture is a long known clinical manifestation of this disorder, it is proposed that the improvement of posture in these patients may lead to improved outcomes. X-ray use in the diagnosis and management in those with spine deformity is safe and not carcinogenic. Keywords: Adult spinal deformity; Parkinson’s disease; Posture rehabilitation. Full paper: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6382490/

Forward head posture negatively affects the autonomic nervous system. There is a strong correlation between the CVA and cervical sensorimotor outcomes. there is strong correlation between the CVA and skin sympathetic outcomes. CONCLUSION: We have identified that forward head posture is associated with abnormal autonomic nervous system function and disturbances of cervical sensorimotor control. This finding has important implications for the assessment and rehabilitation of these subjects.

The Denneroll pillow is a uniquely designed multi-functional pillow. It's flip-out feature allows maximum surface area for it to be turned and function as TWO SEPARATE PILLOWS allowing for both side lying support and supine-back sleeping posture positions. It's made from a unique hygienic closed cell memory foam with ribbed surface contours providing maximum comfort and cooling for a solid nights sleep. while preventing forward head posture, the patented Denneroll inserts support your neck and prevents our neck curve from flattening and reducing your airway. It increases your cervical lordosis and promotes a better airway for better breathing while you sleep. The combined increase cervical lordosis, and zero forward head posture reduces muscle tension, improves airway diameter and flow, and maximizes blood flow to the brain for the ultimate regenerative sleep. These patented pillow Denneroll inserts can be interchanged from soft to firm in order to meet your needs of benefits and comfort.   Full Length High Quality Video on CBP Youtube Channel, here: https://youtu.be/azQMJeLfnvs

Dr. Deed Shares updated information on the Cervical Denneroll!  

Drs. Deed Harrison and Jeb McAviney discuss Scolibrace and scoliosis related research. Find more info for Scolibrace here: https://www.scolicare.com/scolibrace/ For more info on CBP Technique: https://idealspine.com/

Dr. Fred DiDomenico interviews marketing maven and screening expert, Mr. Jim Chester of Chiro Hustle https://chirohustle.com/ Check out more on CBP Seminars: https://idealspine.com/ PostureCO: https://www.postureanalysis.com/ Elite Coaching: https://www.elitecoachingllc.com/

Drs. Deed, Fred and Joe share insights on their Chiropractic Purpose, Regiments and the Healthy Fitness lifestyles. Check out more on CBP Seminars: https://idealspine.com/ PostureCO: https://www.postureanalysis.com/ Elite Coaching: https://www.elitecoachingllc.com/

Drs. Fred, Deed and Joe are back at it with another episode. In this episode, we discuss CBP care and of course "Choosing Wisely" which was adopted by the American Chiropractic Association.  These may be logical for a medical doctor that does not intervene with structural alignment, however, for the evidence based chiropractor who needs x-ray for better patient care with better outcomes, it is completely inappropriate.  We discuss why.

Drs. Fred, Deed and Joe are back!  After a long hiatus, one of the first chiropractic podcasts in all of itunes is back! In this episode, Dr. Deed breaks down "Choosing Wisely" adopted by the American Chiropractic Association.  Dr. Deed presents, and you decide.