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SPARTANBURG, SC — As the chiropractic community gathers for the highly anticipated Lyceum 2026, Sherman College of Chiropractic is taking a poignant moment to look back at its roots. This year’s event carries a special weight, marking the 50th reunion of the college’s inaugural “Pioneer” graduating class of 1976. At the heart of this golden…
By Michael Dorausch, D.C. I heard the news earlier today of the passing of American icon Chuck Norris. He was a legendary martial artist, actor, and six-time world karate champion (among many other things). Known worldwide for his starring role in the long-running television series Walker, Texas Ranger, Norris embodied strength, justice, and unyielding determination…
By Michael Dorausch, D.C. A patient of mine came in this week saying they were taking “ret” and I immediately knew what they were referring to. My office is in Venice Beach and it’s already become a popular topic here. As chiropractors, staying informed about emerging medications like retatrutide is beneficial (to DC and patients),…
By Michael Dorausch, D.C. Microsoft has just unveiled Copilot Health, an AI-powered tool designed to empower users with personalized health insights by integrating medical intelligence into everyday wellness management. Launched in March 2026, this dedicated space within the broader Copilot ecosystem aims to bridge the gap between personal health data and actionable knowledge, helping users…
By Michael Dorausch, D.C. In the rapidly evolving landscape of AI-driven health interactions, Microsoft’s Copilot has emerged as a pivotal tool for millions seeking guidance on everything from symptom checks to lifestyle advice. The March 2026 report, “How People Use Copilot for Health,” draws from over 500,000 de-identified conversations in January 2026 to paint a…
By Michael Dorausch, D.C. Walking through the doors of Parker Seminars in Las Vegas this year, I couldn’t help but reflect on how much the landscape has shifted since I first started attending these events in the 1990s. For over a century, the hallmark of chiropractic gatherings has been an unwavering foundation of positivity and…
By Michael Dorausch, D.C. This past weekend in Las Vegas, the chiropractic community honored Dr. Greg Rose with the 2026 Chiropractor of the Year award. Known for his pioneering work in integrating biomechanical assessment with chiropractic care, Dr. Rose’s speech offered a candid look into his philosophy: moving beyond guesswork to data-driven solutions. The Evolution…
By Michael Dorausch, D.C. In February 1997, at an International Chiropractors Association (ICA) conference in Orange County, California, Dr. Ian Grassam delivered a powerful, hour-long motivational talk that envisioned chiropractic as the unifying force in global health. Speaking to a room of chiropractic students and professionals, Grassam painted a picture of a future where chiropractic…
By Michael Dorausch, D.C. The atmosphere at the 2026 Parker Seminars Friday Night Keynote was different from the stereotypical Las Vegas experience. While Dr. Galpin opened with a joke about jello shots under the chairs to poke fun at the city’s “vice” reputation, the actual “intoxicant” of the evening was high-level performance science. For an…
By Michael Dorausch, D.C. In the pursuit of optimal wellness, chiropractic emphasizes a well-adjusted nervous system as the foundation for physical, emotional, chemical, and environmental balance. Sleep, a critical pillar of this holistic framework, directly influences neural recovery, inflammation reduction, and musculoskeletal integrity. Poor sleep exacerbates spinal misalignments, heightens stress responses, and impairs healing from…
By Michael Dorausch, D.C. I’m at the 2026 Parker Seminars in Las Vegas, walking the expo hall like I do every year, always on the lookout for fresh ideas that can help fellow chiropractors grow their practices and create better lifestyles. This year, one booth that caught my eye was Thrive Clinic Franchise. They’re placing…
By Michael Dorausch, D.C. It is with heavy hearts that we at Planet Chiropractic share the news of the passing of Dr. Guy F. Riekeman, a true pillar of the chiropractic profession. Dr. Riekeman, who served as the fourth president of Life University from 2004 to 2017 and later as chancellor until 2020, left us…
By Michael Dorausch, D.C. Hey folks, your friendly neighborhood chiropractor here. I’m dusting off a gem from 1941: a newspaper clipping about the U.S. Navy testing a shiny new “anti-influenza vaccine” on thousands of sailors in San Diego. Doctors back then were hyping it as the ultimate weapon to “wipe out the deadly disease” that…
By Michael Dorausch, D.C. In 2026, the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement is sweeping the nation, igniting a nationwide call for innate health, freedom from toxic chemicals and interventions, clean water and food, prevention over drugs and surgery, and empowerment through the body’s self-healing power. This revolution didn’t begin yesterday. Its roots trace back…
By Michael Dorausch, D.C. This morning, a striking image began circulating widely: a New York City taxi topped with a stark black billboard featuring the intense face of boxing legend Mike Tyson alongside the blunt message “Processed Food Kills” and the URL RealFood.gov. It’s a powerful visual that cuts straight to the heart of America’s…
By Michael Dorausch, D.C. As a Los Angeles chiropractor and founder of Planet Chiropractic, I’ve been covering the intersection of football, health, and chiropractic care for decades. From the buzz around Super Bowl XLI keeping chiropractors busy with athlete adjustments to celebrating NFL legends like Tom Brady and their reliance on spinal health for peak…
By Michael Dorausch, D.C. As the founder of Planet Chiropractic and a long-time advocate for natural health solutions, I’ve spent decades shining a light on the intersections of healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and wellness. Back in the late 1990s and early 2000s, when planetC1.com was just getting off the ground, we were diving into topics that many…
Planet Chiropractic News (Part of the For The Record Series on Planet Chiropractic) Michael Dorausch has a well-documented history of discussing QR codes in the context of local search and marketing, particularly during his speaking engagements in the early 2010s. Based on available records, he presented on QR codes as part of local SEO strategies…
By Michael Dorausch, D.C. As we gear up for Super Bowl LX in 2026 (set to take place on February 8 at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California), excitement is building for another epic clash of NFL titans. This year’s matchup promises high-stakes action, innovative plays, and perhaps even some chiropractic shoutouts from star players…
By Michael Dorausch, D.C. The integration of wearable technology into chiropractic practices is gaining momentum, especially following the FDA’s recent deregulation of low-risk wellness devices on January 6, 2026. This policy shift allows non-invasive wearables (such as posture trackers, activity monitors, and sleep analyzers) to operate with reduced oversight, provided they focus on general wellness…
By Michael Dorausch, D.C. Chiropractors love measuring stuff, and recent FDA deregulation will open up a whole new world of opportunities in wellness and patient management. In a move set to reshape the digital health landscape, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) updated its “General Wellness: Policy for Low Risk Devices” guidance last week,…
By Michael Dorausch, D.C. Have you seen the new food pyramid in the US? The 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans emphasize eating real, whole, nutrient-dense foods (such as high-quality proteins, fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and healthy fats) while avoiding highly processed foods, refined carbohydrates, and added sugars. It sounded remarkably like what we were taught…
By Michael Dorausch, D.C. In a world where medicine clings to its rigid, physicalist dogma (often dismissing miracles as impossibilities), one man’s astonishing historic story shatters doubters and ignites the soul. William Blair Hill, born in 1912 without ears, was condemned by physicians to a life of silence. “Incurable,” they declared, their stethoscopes blind to…
By Michael Dorausch, D.C. In the early 20th century, three remarkable figures (B.J. Palmer, Napoleon Hill, and Elbert Hubbard) crossed paths in a confluence of ideas that would ripple through time. Palmer, the chiropractic visionary behind the Palmer School of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa, formed unique bonds with Hill, a budding personal development expert, and…
By Michael Dorausch, D.C. The nervous system, a network of brain, spine, and nerves, has long been more than a biological marvel. For over a century, thinkers have seen it as a bridge between the physical and Universal Intelligence, a subtle force animating life. From D.D. Palmer’s chiropractic origins to Joe Dispenza’s modern neuroscience, this…
By Michael Dorausch, D.C. Beneath the skin lies a silent language, a vibratory code woven into our nervous system that speaks of connection, trust, and life itself. Social touch (warm, skin-to-skin contact) unlocks this code, igniting a cascade of oxytocin, the hormone that binds us to one another. Science reveals the mechanism: C-tactile afferents, delicate…
By Michael Dorausch, D.C. We are quite literally beings of light. This profound statement resonates deeply with the chiropractic philosophy pioneered by D.D. Palmer in 1895 and expanded by his son, B.J. Palmer, in the early 20th century. It speaks to a vitalistic worldview – one that sees life as more than a mechanical interplay…
By Michael Dorausch, D.C. The concept of hemispheric balancing – synchronizing the brain’s left and right hemispheres to optimize mental, emotional, and physical health – has deep roots in scientific curiosity and holistic healing. From its origins in the 19th century to its modern expressions, this idea reflects a persistent quest to “tune” the nervous…
By Michael Dorausch, D.C. As I sit in a Chicago Marriott hotel room on April 4, 2025, pen hovering over a sheet of corporate stationery emblazoned with “Big Ideas,” a spark of curiosity connects me back a century. The phrase feels familiar, not just as a modern corporate nudge toward creativity, but as an echo…
By Dr. Steve Visentic, D.C. Planet Chiropractic is tracking significant actions of President Trump’s first 100 days of his second term. The following presidential action should delight all doctors of chiropractic in the United States. Ending Over Reliance on Drugs and SurgeryPresidential Actions April 1, 2025 By the authority vested in me as President by…
By Michael Dorausch, D.C. For over a century, chiropractic care has evolved from a pioneering theory to a scientifically supported practice, connecting the dots between spinal health, brain function, and the body’s innate ability to heal. From D.D. Palmer’s foundational work in 1895 to B.J. Palmer’s advancements in the early 20th century, and now to…
By Michael Dorausch, D.C. Founded on Tone. The first words in D.D. Palmer’s 1910 chiropractic text. Since times before and times after, many have written about vibration. Physicians, scientists, mystics, and chiropractors. Here are four individuals who covered the topic of Tone and Vibration throughout their lives. Irving Dardik, Itzhak Bentov, Robert O. Becker, and…
By Michael Dorausch, D.C. A groundbreaking study published in Brain Sciences by Haavik et al. (2024) highlights the transformative effects of chiropractic care on brain activity, offering promising insights into alleviating depression and fatigue. By targeting key brain regions like the Posterior Cingulate Cortex (PCC) and the isthmus cingulate, weeks of chiropractic adjustments appear to…
Mark your calendars: Parker Seminars Las Vegas is back, running March 19-22, 2025, at the Caesars Forum Event Center. For me, this event is more than just a date—it’s a tradition. I’ve been attending Parker Seminars in Las Vegas since the 1990s, and it never fails to deliver a spectacular experience. Year after year, it’s…
For over 25 years, PlanetChiropractic.com has been a cornerstone of the chiropractic community—a place where practitioners, vendors, and enthusiasts connect over the latest in our profession. As the site’s founder, I’m proud of its journey since launching in December 1998. Back then, it broke new ground as the first chiropractic website to feature audio interviews,…