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Dive into the vibrant world of chiropractic care through a Polyvagal Lens with ”The Informed Chiropractor.” Hosted by Dr. Don MacDonald, this illuminating series explores chiropractic’s vitalistic and salutogenic models through the insightful lens of the Polyvagal Theory. Each episode offers a blend of engaging interviews with industry experts and personal reflections on chiropractic’s foundational principles. Here, we unravel the keys to human health, wellness, and innate potential, bridging the time-tested truths of chiropractic practice with cutting-edge neuroscientific understanding of the Polyvagal Theory. Whether you’re a seasoned chiropractor seeking to refine your approach or a student eager to tap into the roots and future of chiropractic care, this podcast promises to enlighten, challenge, and inspire. Join us on a transformative journey as we explore the nuances, challenges, and triumphs of a practice dedicated to unlocking the body’s inherent vitality through the quest for Safety through a Polyvagal Lens.
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Monday Oct 24, 2022
We’re Back! An Update from Dr. Don
Monday Oct 24, 2022
Monday Oct 24, 2022
Today, Dr. Don is firing the podcast again after a year-long break. In this episode, he shares what he and Brandi have been up to over the last year and the latest updates on their business. After this updated episode, there will be more interview-style episodes on the way.
Dr. Don dives into practice changes, including their new practice and location. He also talks about their interview with Dr. Stephen Porges about the polyvagal theory on the podcast last year and how that conversation influenced how they approach their practice members.
Key Takeaways:
- What has happened since the new practice opened one year ago. [1:40]
- Moving into a new space and building it from scratch. [2:05]
- The reason why the episode with Dr. Porges changed the way they treat patients. [3:58]
- How learning about polyvagal theory influenced Dr. Don’s thoughts about physiology. [5:11]
- What brought Dr. Porges to create the polyvagal theory. [6:42]
- The brainstem function as a safety or danger detector. [9:08]
- What state your body must be in for optimal physiology to happen? [9:28]
- The benefits of creating sustained ease over a longer period of time. [10:47]
- What it’s been like doing more seminars as the world opens up. [11:50]
- Why all techniques are capable of being successful. [12:24]
- An upcoming beta-run seminar at the new practice. [13:40]
- What Dr. Don and Brandi have been doing over the past year. [14:48]
- The Informed Chiropractor group coaching program supports the business and personal development of chiropractors. [15:15]
- What to expect on the podcast as regular episodes begin again. [17:40]
For more info on the Vitality Shift, visit https://www.thevitalityshift.com/
For more on the Informed Chiropractor program visit https://www.thevitalityshift.com/the-informed-chiropractor
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