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Sports Medicine Excellence
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Sports Medicine Excellence

If you seek a career emphasis in chiropractic sports medicine, NUHS is an excellent choice.

Choosing Between a Career in Chiropractic Medicine or Physical Therapy?

Chiropractic physicians enjoy a number of career advantages compared to physical therapists or certified athletic trainers. Learn more about these advantages and hear from NUHS graduate Dr. Randy Cybulski on why a DC degree could be a better choice for your long-term goals.

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Become One of Our Successful Sports Medicine Grads

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Be a Sports Medicine Research Success Story

Jake LaVere – DC Student

Jake presented a research poster at the ACA Sports Council Symposium on from his study on limiting injuries in CrossFit programs through improving baseline assymetries and imbalances.

Eric Korzen – DC Student

Eric gave a podium presentation at the 2013 Chiropractic Sports Sciences Symposium on developing a physical medicine checklist for improving patient outcomes. He co-authored his study with faculty members Dr. Thomas Solecki and Dr. Kevin Curtin.

Begin Your Journey

Participate in Outreach at Leading Sports Events

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Community Sports Events

Treat children and adults with special needs at a local track and field meet, or runners at Chicago’s Chinatown 5K.

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Sports Events for Major Charities

DC interns work at the American Cancer Society’s “Relays for Life,” the American Diabetes Association’s Tour de Cure, and more.

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High Profile Tournaments and Events

From the Walt Disney World Marathon to the Miami Judo Grand Prix, to international volleyball tournaments, our DC students treat a wide range of elite and amateur athletes.

Expand Your Education

Take advantage of the many continuing education seminars and weekend courses focused on sports medicine. As a DC student, you’ll receive a substantial discount.

Recent courses include:

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Imaging of Athletic Injuries

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Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist Series

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Building a Sports Chiropractic Practice

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Current Concepts in Concussion and Sports Nutrition

Join Our Campus Clubs

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Illinois - Sports Rehab Club

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Florida - Sports Council

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Illinois - ND Sports Medicine

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Sports & Recreation Clubs (Yoga, Basketball, Soccer, Running & Walking Club, and more...)