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Brant Hulsebus DC LCP CCWP FICA FPCA
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Dr Hulsebus presents "Ask the Chiropractor". This is a short podcast with a different topic we, as chiropractors, get asked. He tries to give a straight forward quick answer. If you have a question about chiropractic only qualified person to answer is a chiropractor. He will present research and then break it down so easy to understand. Dr Hulsebus is a third generation Palmer Graduate. He is a member of the International Chiropractic Association, Illinois Prairie State Chiropractic and Professional Hockey Player Chiropractic Society. www.rockforddc.com

  1. 22h ago

    E1: "Once You Go, You Have to Go Forever" – Myth Busted!

    Send us Fan Mail Have you ever heard someone claim, "Once you go to a chiropractor, you have to go forever"? In this kickoff episode of our new Myth-Busters series on Ask the Chiropractor, Dr. Brant Hulsebus addresses one of the most common fears and misconceptions keeping people out of the clinic. Can a chiropractor force you to return forever? Absolutely not—you always have the freedom to make your own healthcare decisions. But why do so many healthy, active people choose routine wellness visits? Dr. Hulsebus breaks down: The Root Cause: Why daily micro-stress (driving, desk posture, gardening, and work) keeps adding stress to your spine long after your initial symptoms fade.The Healthcare Double Standard: Why no one accuses dentists, gyms, or yearly checkups of being a "trap" even though they all require ongoing maintenance.75+ Years of Clinical Proof: How generational maintenance care at Hulsebus Rockford Chiropractic has kept patients in their 70s and 80s moving with little to no degenerative arthritis.Crisis Care vs. Prevention: The difference between waiting for a severe flare-up versus hitting the reset button before you lock up.Tune in to discover the real difference between being trapped in care and choosing lifelong spinal mobility! Next Episode Teaser: Join us next week as we tackle Myth #2: Asking a non-chiropractor about chiropractic care (and why that makes about as much sense as asking your dentist about ingrown toenails!). www.rockforddc.com

  2. Sep 29

    Chiropractic vs. PT vs. Massage

    Send us Fan Mail When your back or neck hurts, you aren't looking to temporarily mask the symptoms—you want a permanent, drug-free solution. While chiropractic care, physical therapy, and massage therapy are all incredible healing tools, utilizing them in the wrong order can cause you to take one step forward and two steps back. In the final episode of our series, Dr. Brant Hulsebus details the optimal recovery protocol for patients seeking lasting relief. As a Palmer College graduate and the team chiropractor for the Rockford IceHogs, Dr. Hulsebus breaks down how your nerves, joints, and muscles operate as an interconnected unit. Learn why trying to exercise or massage an area with a compressed nerve supply fails to build lasting stability, how targeted massage therapy makes spinal adjustments hold longer, and how a coordinated team approach helps you recover safely. In this episode, you’ll discover: The structural division of labor: How joints, muscle tissues, and movement habits interact.The hose and the rock: Why clearing spinal subluxations must always precede muscle rehab.Synergy in action: How deep tissue massage prevents stubborn muscle scar tissue from pulling your spine back out of alignment.Rebuilding the gait: The vital role of physical therapy in balancing unilateral muscle weakness.Coordinated care: How primary-care chiropractors in Illinois write direct referrals to local physical therapists.Post-rehab performance: transitioning from clinical physical therapy to specialized athletic strength coaching.Have a question about how to coordinate your chiropractic, PT, or massage care? Leave a comment or message on our platforms, and you might be featured as our next question of the week! 👉 New Patients: Skip the clipboard at your first visit by filling out your intake forms online: https://hulsebuschiropractic.com/patient-intake-form/ 📍 Visit Hulsebus Rockford Chiropractic: Address: 1877 Daimler Road, Rockford, IL 61112Phone: 815-398-3434Website: rockforddc.comwww.rockforddc.com

  3. Sep 22

    What To Expect on the First Visit

    Send us Fan Mail If you have been struggling with chronic pain but are hesitant to schedule an appointment because you aren't sure what to expect, you aren't alone. It is completely natural to have questions about the cost, the examination process, and whether you will get adjusted on your very first day. In this episode of Ask the Chiropractor, Dr. Brant Hulsebus breaks down the exact clinical journey of a new patient. As primary care providers in Illinois and Palmer College of Chiropractic graduates, our team maintains the highest clinical standards. Dr. Hulsebus details how we analyze your complete health history, perform specialized biomechanical leg-length tests, and use standing, weight-bearing X-rays to assess your joint health and safety. Learn how we use your body's response on day two to craft a highly customized, step-by-step corrective plan to help you heal. In this episode, you’ll discover: The paper trail: Why chiropractors follow the exact same primary care medical regulations as your family physician.Bringing previous imaging: Why we want to review your past MRIs and X-rays to prevent unnecessary repeat scans.Demystifying the leg-length check: How checking your feet reveals hidden pelvic rotations and neck fixations.Standing X-ray analysis: Why weight-bearing views are essential for checking disc height, posture, and underlying safety.The day-one adjustment: Why we don't make you wait days for relief if your exam shows it is safe to proceed.The recovery blueprint: How we build a tailored care plan with targeted homework stretches to keep you stable long-term.Have a question about what happens during a spinal exam or what your first visit will look like? Leave a comment or message on our platforms, and you might be featured as our next question of the week! 👉 New Patients: Skip the wait at our clinic on Daimler Road by completing your intake forms online: https://hulsebuschiropractic.com/patient-intake-form/ 📍 Visit Hulsebus Rockford Chiropractic: Address: 1877 Daimler Road, Rockford, IL 61112Phone: 815-398-3434Website: rockforddc.comwww.rockforddc.com

  4. Sep 15

    What is That "Cracking" Sound?

    Send us Fan Mail If you are hesitating to see a chiropractor because the loud popping noises you see on viral social media videos scare you, you are letting internet showmanship get in the way of your spinal health. The truth is that those dramatic online clips are not reflective of clinical practice, and the sound itself has nothing to do with bones snapping or ligaments tearing. In this episode of Ask the Chiropractor, Dr. Brant Hulsebus breaks down the actual science of the chiropractic adjustment sound. As a Palmer College of Chiropractic graduate and the team chiropractor for the Rockford IceHogs, Dr. Hulsebus explains the biological process of joint cavitation. Learn how nitrogen gas naturally escapes from pressurized synovial fluid when a fixed joint is unlocked, why trying to "crack" your own spine leaves your primary subluxations more locked up than before, and why a completely silent adjustment can often be the most effective structural correction for your body. In this episode, you’ll discover: The viral video myth: Why clinical chiropractic adjustments are quiet, precise, and controlled.Fluid dynamics: How synovial fluid keeps joints lubricated and why restricted joints pool gas under pressure.The soda pop effect: Why releasing localized joint pressure sounds exactly like opening a carbonated beverage.Hypermobility hazards: How twisting your own back over-stretches healthy joints while leaving the injured bone stuck.The arthritis paradox: Why joint fixation causes spinal decay, while restoring motion actively stops degeneration.Pain management: How specialized cervical and lumbar techniques shield swollen joints during acute flare-ups.Have a question about joint noises, self-adjusting, or spinal manipulation? Leave a comment or message on our platforms, and you might be featured as our next question of the week! 👉 New Patients: Skip the waiting room paperwork by checking in online here: https://hulsebuschiropractic.com/patient-intake-form/ 📍 Visit Hulsebus Rockford Chiropractic: Address: 1877 Daimler Road, Rockford, IL 61112Phone: 815-398-3434Website: rockforddc.comwww.rockforddc.com

  5. Sep 8

    The Modern Family (Pediatric Care)

    Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered why parents would take their newborn babies, toddlers, or young children to a chiropractor? The truth is that the birthing process can be incredibly stressful on an infant's delicate spine. While they don't have years of bad desk posture or athletic wear-and-tear, minor spinal shifts at birth can directly trigger common baby struggles like colic, poor sleep, and stubborn digestive issues. In this episode of Ask the Chiropractor, Dr. Brant Hulsebus demystifies pediatric chiropractic care. As a Palmer College of Chiropractic graduate and the team chiropractor for the Rockford IceHogs, Dr. Hulsebus details the immense structural differences between adjusting an adult and adjusting an infant. Learn why we never use aggressive "cracking" on babies, how simple fingertip contact safely aligns growing spinal joints, and why checking your child at major milestones—like crawling, walking, and pre-puberty—sets them up for a lifetime of healthy, hurdle-free development. In this episode, you’ll discover: Safety first: Why baby adjustments use no more pressure than you would use to test the ripeness of a tomato.The infant checkup: How chiropractors evaluate structural joint motion without standing posture or X-rays.The modern baby trifecta: How gentle adjustments soothe colic, ease constipation, and improve sleep.Supporting cranial care: Helping babies wearing corrective headbands accelerate their torticollis recovery.Development milestones: Why gait, hip alignment, and pelvic stability checks are vital when a child begins to crawl and walk.The home mirror test: A simple visual check moms can use to spot uneven shoulders or hips in growing kids.Have a question about pediatric adjustments, baby colic, or childhood posture? Leave a comment or message on our platforms, and you might be featured as our next question of the week! 👉 New Patients: Save time at the clinic by submitting your child's intake forms online: https://hulsebuschiropractic.com/patient-intake-form/ 📍 Visit Hulsebus Rockford Chiropractic: Address: 1877 Daimler Road, Rockford, IL 61112Phone: 815-398-3434Website: rockforddc.comwww.rockforddc.com

  6. Sep 1

    Pregnancy & Low Back Pain (The Webster Technique)

    Send us Fan Mail When you are pregnant, your body undergoes massive structural shifts. Your abdomen expands, your ribcage flares, and your center of gravity alters—frequently resulting in lower back pain, pelvic discomfort, and stubborn nerve issues like pregnancy carpal tunnel. For many women, this is the one time in their lives when avoiding standard prescription medications is highly critical, making a natural, holistic approach the ideal choice. In this episode of Ask the Chiropractor, Dr. Brant Hulsebus explains the biomechanics of pregnancy and the power of the Webster technique. As a Palmer College of Chiropractic graduate and the team chiropractor for the Rockford IceHogs, Dr. Hulsebus breaks down how specialized prenatal care reduces physical stress on both mom and baby. Learn why we adjust the sacrum to down-regulate the nervous system, how specific round ligament trigger points relieve uterine tension, and how establishing pelvic balance gives your baby the room they need to move out of a breech position naturally. In this episode, you’ll discover: Safety first: Why chiropractic care is completely safe and effective through all three trimesters.The Webster blueprint: A detailed breakdown of the gentle six-phase trigger point and drop-table protocol.Uterine mechanics: How the round ligament—the only ligament with muscle fibers—impacts fetal positioning.Proactive wellness: Why expectant mothers should begin prenatal structural care early rather than waiting for structural issues to arise.Clinical adaptations: How specialized pelvic drop mechanisms and custom pillows keep you comfortable while face-down.Interprofessional care: How our long-standing relationships with local Rockford midwives optimize your birthing team.Have a question about the Webster technique, pregnancy back strain, or prenatal joint health? Leave a comment or message on our platforms, and you might be featured as our next question of the week! 👉 New Patients: Save time at the office by filling out your prenatal intake forms safely online: https://hulsebuschiropractic.com/patient-intake-form/ 📍 Visit Hulsebus Rockford Chiropractic: Address: 1877 Daimler Road, Rockford, IL 61112Phone: 815-398-3434Website: rockforddc.comwww.rockforddc.com

  7. Aug 25

    Safe Care on the Field (Athletes)

    Send us Fan Mail When you watch an elite athlete compete at the top of their game, you are almost always looking at someone who utilizes regular chiropractic care to stay structurally stable. However, taking care of an athlete requires a highly specialized understanding of neurology and sports biomechanics. In this episode of Ask the Chiropractor, Dr. Brant Hulsebus explains the science behind safe athletic care and performance. As a Palmer College of Chiropractic graduate, the long-standing team chiropractor for the Rockford IceHogs, and a board director for the ICA Sports and Fitness Science Council, Dr. Hulsebus details how spinal misalignments cause compensatory patterns throughout the entire body. Learn why timing your adjustments around training schedules prevents stretch receptor fatigue, why recurring knee and ankle issues are often caused by pelvic rotations, and how structural screenings can catch ACL tear vulnerabilities before an athlete ever takes the field. In this episode, you’ll discover: The stretch receptor factor: Why pre-competition adjustments focus on stability over relaxation.Treating the Strongman Games: Managing extreme joint load in athletes weighing over 400 pounds.Neurological recovery: The role of chiropractic care in supporting patients recovering from concussions.The pelvic instability epidemic: Retraining stabilization muscles in year-round teenage athletes.Spine vs. Extremities: Why adjusting a sore wrist or ankle fails if the foundational gait is torqued.Co-managing elite care: How professional sports relationships provide patients with top-tier orthopedic networks.Have a question about sports performance, joint stability, or athletic recovery? Leave a comment or message on our platforms, and you might be featured as our next question of the week! 👉 New Patients: Save time at your first visit by filling out your intake form online here: https://hulsebuschiropractic.com/patient-intake-form/ 📍 Visit Hulsebus Rockford Chiropractic: Address: 1877 Daimler Road, Rockford, IL 61112Phone: 815-398-3434Website: rockforddc.comwww.rockforddc.com

  8. Aug 18

    Lifting, Bending, and Twisting

    Send us Fan Mail When your back suddenly goes out from a simple motion like grabbing a shoe, it is almost never that single activity that caused the damage. Instead, a lifetime of minor microtraumas, poor daily lifting mechanics, and uncorrected spinal shifts finally catch up to your body. In this episode of Ask the Chiropractor, Dr. Brant Hulsebus breaks down the mechanics of movement and outlines the real path to lasting lower back strain treatment. As a Palmer College of Chiropractic graduate and the team chiropractor for the Rockford IceHogs, Dr. Hulsebus explains the anatomy of the lumbar facet joints and details how structural pelvic rotations force your upper spine to compensate. Learn how to identify an unlevel hip by watching someone's walking stride, why ice packs outperform muscle relaxers during an acute spasm, and how comprehensive chiropractic testing pinpoints hidden structural issues that standard medical screenings miss. In this episode, you’ll discover: The cumulative stress model: Why spinal injuries mimic long-term lifestyle conditions.Asymmetrical habits: How starting every staircase or stride with the same dominant leg warps the pelvis over time.The lost art of the human squat and why modern amenities changed the way we access the floor.Facet joints vs. spinal discs: Identifying the true site of localized mechanical inflammation.The emergency checklist: Red flags like foot drop or bowel changes that require immediate hospital care.Professional co-management: How our decade-plus role with the Rockford IceHogs connects patients to trusted local specialists.Have a question about lifting mechanics, back spasms, or pelvic alignment? Leave a comment or message on our platforms, and you might be featured as our next question of the week! 👉 New Patients: Skip the clipboard and complete your registration securely online: https://hulsebuschiropractic.com/patient-intake-form/ 📍 Visit Hulsebus Rockford Chiropractic: Address: 1877 Daimler Road, Rockford, IL 61112Phone: 815-398-3434Website: rockforddc.comwww.rockforddc.com

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Dr Hulsebus presents "Ask the Chiropractor". This is a short podcast with a different topic we, as chiropractors, get asked. He tries to give a straight forward quick answer. If you have a question about chiropractic only qualified person to answer is a chiropractor. He will present research and then break it down so easy to understand. Dr Hulsebus is a third generation Palmer Graduate. He is a member of the International Chiropractic Association, Illinois Prairie State Chiropractic and Professional Hockey Player Chiropractic Society. www.rockforddc.com

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    Brant Hulsebus DC LCP CCWP FICA FPCA
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
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    278
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