ICA ChiroCast

What happens when an international-level athlete moving four times her body weight encounters a standard, "one-size-fits-all" chiropractic adjustment? Hint: It doesn't end well. In this episode of ChiroCast , host Dr. Brant Hulsebus is joined by Dr. Todd McDougle, Chairman of the ICA Council on Fitness and Sports Health Science, and elite pro powerlifter Landri Peden. Together, they...

Join us for this episode of the ICA ChiroCast as Dr. Brant Hulsebus sits down with members of the ICA Pediatric Council to discuss their upcoming virtual convention, “The Chiropractic Path to Unlocking Neurological Potential and Clinical Roadblocks.” This year’s ICA Pediatric Council convention will take place November 6–8 and is designed for chiropractors and chiropractic students who want to bet...

In this episode of the ICA Sports and Fitness Science Council podcast, Dr. Brant Hulsebus of Rockford, Illinois, welcomes Dr. Kyle Hoeft of Fishers, Indiana, for a discussion on NSAID use and athletic performance. The episode reviews the research paper: “Is Physical Performance Affected by Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs Use? A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis” The Physician & Sportsm...

In this episode of the ICA Sports & Fitness Science Council Podcast, host Dr. Brant Hulsebus, DC is joined by fellow council board member Dr. Kyle Hoeft, DC to review a PubMed-indexed article from The American Journal of Sports Medicine: “Hip Muscle Strength Predicts Noncontact Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury in Male and Female Athletes: A Prospective Study” Article link: https://pubmed.ncbi...

On this episode of the ICA Sports and Fitness Science Council podcast, Dr. Brant Hulsebus welcomes Dr. Ray Kociolek as a new board member and introduces listeners to his background, clinical approach, and passion for sports chiropractic.  Dr. Ray discusses his transition from athletic training into chiropractic, his work with athletes in traditional sports and strength sports, and why chiropractor...

How do you become a chiropractor for a professional hockey team? In this edition of the ICA Chiro Cast , host Dr. Brant Hulsebus sits down with Dr. Alan Palmer to discuss the 7th Annual PHCS Workshop happening in Bloomington, MN, this July. In this episode, we cover: The expansion of chiropractic care into the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) . The incredible speaker lineup for the 2026 w...

The ICA Sports & Fitness Science Council Podcast continues to spotlight the leaders shaping the future of chiropractic in sports and performance. In this episode, we revisit some of the most impactful guests featured over the past two years—highlighting their insights, experiences, and contributions to the growth of chiropractic in athletic settings. From professional team environments to priv...

What if you could reinforce every adjustment you deliver—and actually make it stick ? In this episode of the ICA Sports & Fitness Science Podcast (part of the ICA ChiroCast series), Dr. Brant Hulsebus sits down with Dr. Kevin Jackson and Shon Harker, founder of Stroops, to explore a game-changing approach to chiropractic rehab and performance. This isn’t theory—it’s real-world application. We...

Most chiropractors think sports chiropractic means landing a job with a professional team. But there are only a few teams — and thousands of athletes. In this episode of the ICA Sports & Fitness Science Council ChiroCast , Dr. Brant Hulsebus talks with Dr. Kevin Jackson about the real pathway into sports chiropractic: working one-on-one with athletes in your community and building trust that n...

In this episode, Dr. Brant Hulsebus sits down with the Chairman of the ICA Sports and Fitness Science Council, Dr. Todd McDougle, to discuss the council's revitalization and its clear mission for the future of the profession. While many sports systems focus primarily on rehab protocols, Dr. McDougle explains why the ICA Council remains committed to a subluxation-based foundation, ensuring tha...

In Part 1 of this ICA Sports & Fitness Science Council podcast series, Dr. Brant Hulsebus and Dr. Kevin Jackson established how sub-concussive forces can be identified on the sideline using objective, real-time assessment. Part 2 takes the next critical step: what happens AFTER sub-concussive upper cervical injury is identified. In this episode, Dr. Jackson explains his conservative, science-b...

Concussions dominate the conversation in sports—but what about the impacts that don’t trigger a concussion diagnosis? In Part 1 of this two-part ICA Sports & Fitness Science Council podcast series, Dr. Brant Hulsebus sits down with fellow board member Dr. Kevin Jackson to explore the often-overlooked issue of sub-concussive forces and their effect on the upper cervical spine. This episode focu...

Early sports specialization has become the new normal. Kids are playing one sport year-round, stacking club seasons on top of school seasons, and training with little or no true off-season. But is this model helping them—or setting them up for injury and burnout? In this ICA Sports & Fitness Science Council podcast episode, Dr. Brant D. Hulsebus and Dr. Kyle Hoeft break down the real impact of...

Today’s youth athletes are busier than ever: school teams, club teams, travel seasons, private strength coaches and barely a week off all year. It’s no surprise that sports chiropractors are seeing a surge in overuse injuries in young athletes. In this ICA Sports & Fitness Science Council podcast episode, Dr. Brant Hulsebus is joined by his longtime friend and fellow Palmer classmate, Dr. Kyle...

Join Dr. Brant Hulsebus for a conversation with Dr. Sherry McAllister, of the Foundation for Chiropractic Progress (F4CP). Dr. McAllister discusses the incredible growth and mission of the F4CP, which now includes 12 global ambassadors and support from 48 state associations and 21 colleges. Their mission is vital: to showcase the science and research of chiropractic and inspire the next generation...

In this episode of the ICA Sports & Fitness Science Council Podcast, Dr. Brant Hulsebus sits down with two leaders in the world of strength athletics and sports-specific chiropractic: ICA Chairman Dr. Todd McDougle and elite Canadian strongwoman Jackie Osczevski . Together, they break down what truly separates standard chiropractic care from the advanced, tension-focused techniques required fo...

In this episode of the ICA ChiroCast, host Dr. Brant Hulsebus sits down with ICA President Dr. Joe Betz for a deep dive into the future of chiropractic and the major initiatives currently shaping the profession. Dr. Betz pulls back the curtain on what the International Chiropractors Association is working on every single day—from Medicare legislation to international advocacy, from diplomate progr...

In this episode of the ICA Sports and Fitness Science Podcast , Dr. Brant Hulsebus sits down with Dr. Alan Ogden to explore a groundbreaking probiotic formula that’s redefining natural cholesterol management. Discover how Probio Balance —a unique blend of Lactobacillus plantarum , plant stanols , and ashwagandha —was developed through years of research to reduce LDL cholesterol, raise HDL levels,...

The ICA and Know We Well: Bridging Chiropractic and Community In this episode of the ICA Chiro Cast , host Dr. Brant Hulsebus speaks with Dr. Brian Stenzler , longtime ICA member and president of ChiroCongress, about the ICA’s new partnership with KnoWewell — a wellness technology platform connecting chiropractors and natural healthcare providers with patients and organizations worldwide. Dr. Sten...

Reviving Traditions: Ensuring the Future of ICA Student Chapters In this episode of the ICA Chiro Cast , host Dr. Brant Hulsebus speaks with Preston Penrod , President of the Student ICA Chapter at Palmer College of Chiropractic – Main Campus , about the revival of student engagement within the International Chiropractors Association (ICA). Preston shares how, in less than a year, he rebuilt the P...

Chiropractic Innovation: The Impact of ICA’s Councils In this episode of the ICA Chiro Cast , host Dr. Brant Hulsebus sits down with Dr. Selina Sigafoose-Jackson , past president of the International Chiropractors Association (ICA) , to explore how the ICA’s Councils drive innovation, specialization, and leadership throughout the chiropractic profession. From Pediatrics to Sports & Fitness , A...

Welcome to the ICA Chiro Cast , the newest podcast from the International Chiropractors Association (ICA) . Hosted by Dr. Brant Hulsebus , Illinois Regional Assemblyman and Vice Chair of the ICA RAs, this show connects you with the people, councils, and ideas shaping the future of chiropractic. In this first episode, Dr. Hulsebus introduces the vision behind the ICA Chiro Cast — what it is, what i...

In this episode of the ICA Sports and Fitness Science Podcast , Dr. Brant Hulsebus sits down with legendary sports chiropractor Dr. Nick Athens , whose career includes adjusting Joe Montana before a Super Bowl and caring for NFL star Christian McCaffrey . Dr. Athens shares how one game-day adjustment earned chiropractic care millions in free publicity, opened doors for chiropractors in professiona...

Join Dr. Brant Hulsebus, board member of the ICA Sports and Fitness Science Council, as he welcomes back his friend and colleague, Dr. Todd McDougle — “The Strongman Doc.” Together they dive into what makes the McDougle Chiropractic Method so unique and how it’s changing the way chiropractors approach athletic performance and patient care. Discover how this hands-on training experience—held live a...

Join Brant Hulsebus, ICA Sports and Fitness Science Council board member, and returning guest Dr. Alan Palmer as they dive into the world of professional baseball chiropractic. Discover the origins and activities of the Professional Baseball Chiropractic Society, including their upcoming conference in Naples, Florida on November 21st and 22nd. Learn about the expert speakers, including professiona...