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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. 1d ago

    Episode 11: The Truth About Chiropractic – Debunking Common Myths

    Send us Fan Mail Episode Title: Episode 11: The Truth About Chiropractic – Debunking Common Myths Episode Summary: Welcome back to Ask the Chiropractor with Dr. Brant Hulsebus! In Episode 11 of our 12-part Wellness Lifecycle series, we are taking a step back to address the elephant in the room: chiropractic myths. Over the decades, plenty of rumors, misunderstandings, and false statements have circulated about what chiropractors actually do and whether it is safe. Today, we are setting the record straight. Join us as we break down the science, the history, and a healthy dose of common sense to debunk the most common misconceptions about chiropractic care. In This Episode, We Cover: The "Towel Yank" Myth: Why you will never see us yanking necks with towels or performing dangerous gross manipulations. True chiropractic care is incredibly precise, using specific lines of drive based on thorough exams and X-rays.The Stroke & Safety Myth: Is chiropractic care dangerous? We explain why chiropractors pay some of the lowest malpractice insurance rates in the healthcare field, and we tell the real story behind the AMA's historic anti-chiropractic campaign (and the famous Chester Wilk antitrust lawsuit).What is That Popping Sound?: Spoiler alert: It's not your bones cracking, ligaments snapping, and it definitely doesn't cause arthritis. Learn the basic physics of joint "cavitation" and why adjusting a joint is just like releasing the pressure from a can of soda.Are Chiropractors "Real" Doctors?: A breakdown of the rigorous education—four years of undergrad and ten trimesters of specialized chiropractic college—required to earn the title of Doctor of Chiropractic (DC).Resources Mentioned: Want to look into the research yourself? Search PubMed for peer-reviewed studies on the safety and efficacy of chiropractic care, or look up the AMA vs. Chester Wilk lawsuit!Missed our previous episodes? Check out Episode 10 to learn how to age without limits and avoid spinal arthritis!Next Week: Tune in for our grand finale, Episode 12, where we will wrap up the entire Wellness Lifecycle series.Call to Action: Don't let outdated myths or internet rumors keep you from functioning at your best. If you have questions or want to see the science for yourself, my door is always open! If you are in the Rockford, Illinois area, come visit us at Hulsebus Rockford Chiropractic for a full, scientifically-backed spinal evaluation. If you loved this episode, please leave us a rating and review, and share it with someone who might be hesitant about trying chiropractic care! Connect with Dr. Brant Hulsebus: Website: https://rockforddc.comLocation: Rockford, ILProud Team Chiropractor of the Rockford IceHogswww.rockforddc.com

    13 min

  2. Jun 23

    Episode 10: Aging Without Limits – The Truth About Spinal Arthritis

    Send us Fan Mail Episode Summary: Welcome back to Ask the Chiropractor with Dr. Brant Hulsebus! In Episode 10 of our 12-part Wellness Lifecycle series, we tackle a condition many people believe is just an inevitable part of getting older: spinal arthritis. With our Rockford clinic having taken care of up to eight generations of families since the 1940s, we have a unique perspective on aging. We see lifelong chiropractic patients in their 60s and 70s with young, healthy, strong spines. Join us as we explore why spinal degeneration isn't about the number of candles on your birthday cake, but rather how your body manages physical stress and biomechanical dysfunction over time. In This Episode, We Cover: The Generational Proof: Real-world evidence from our clinic showing that degenerative disc disease and joint disease are not mandatory parts of aging.Defining the Problem: The surprising difference between how orthopedic surgeons define arthritis in a knee versus how the medical field vaguely defines it in the spine.The Degeneration Cycle: We break down the exact cascade of how a simple subluxation leads to locked muscles, dehydrated discs, lost shock absorption, and eventually, painful bone spurs (osteophytes).The Chiropractic Solution: How precise adjustments restore movement, pump essential nutrients back into the discs, and stop the dehydration and arthritis cycle in its tracks.Resources Mentioned: Want to look into the research yourself? Visit Chiropractic.org for more information on spinal health and healthy aging.Missed our previous episodes? Check out Episode 9 to learn all about the powerful Gut-Spine Connection!Next Week: Tune in for Episode 11 where we will be tackling the truth behind some of the most common chiropractic myths and rumors.Call to Action: Are you worried about spinal arthritis, or have you been told your back pain is "just your age"? It might be time to pop the hood and see what's really going on. If you are in the Rockford, Illinois area, come visit us at Hulsebus Rockford Chiropractic for a full spinal evaluation. If you loved this episode, please leave us a rating and review, and share it with a friend or family member who wants to age without limits! Connect with Dr. Brant Hulsebus: Website: https://rockforddc.comLocation: Rockford, ILProud Team Chiropractor of the Rockford IceHogswww.rockforddc.com

    12 min

  3. Jun 16

    Episode 9: The Gut-Spine Connection – Can Chiropractic Improve Digestion?

    Send us Fan Mail Episode Summary: Welcome back to Ask the Chiropractor with Dr. Brant Hulsebus! In Episode 9 of our 12-part Wellness Lifecycle series, we dive into a surprising topic: the powerful connection between your spinal health and your digestive system. If you've been struggling with heartburn, constipation, or irritable bowel issues, your spine might be the missing link. Join us as we explore how the gut impacts your overall immune system and why you could eat the healthiest diet in the world, but still suffer if your body isn't properly absorbing nutrients due to nerve interference. In This Episode, We Cover: The T6 Vertebrae & Heartburn: Discover how the nerve exiting your spine between your shoulder blades directly controls stomach acid production, and why a subluxation here can lead to unexplained heartburn and GERD.Lower Back Alignment & Bowel Function: Learn how the lower thoracic spine, upper lumbars, and pelvic bones dictate the speed of your digestion, and how chiropractic adjustments can offer rapid relief for constipation and IBS.The Dangers of Malabsorption: We explain the domino effect of poor gut function—how failure to absorb nutrients leads to systemic, chronic inflammation that turns minor aches into major pains.Pediatric Gut Health: A quick callback to Episode 7 on why chiropractic care is a fantastic, safe option for babies and kids struggling with bowel issues.Resources Mentioned: Want to look into the research yourself? Visit Chiropractic.org or search PubMed for studies on chiropractic care and GI health.Missed our previous episodes? Check out Episode 7 for more on pediatric care, and Episode 8 to learn about the physics of stress!Next Week: Tune in for Episode 10 where we will discuss Healthy Aging and the truth about degenerative disc disease.Call to Action: Have you tried probiotics, diet changes, and GI specialists without success? It might be time to look under the hood. If you are in the Rockford, Illinois area, come visit us at Hulsebus Rockford Chiropractic for a full spinal evaluation. If you loved this episode, please leave us a rating and review, and share it with a friend who might be suffering from unexplained GI issues! Connect with Dr. Brant Hulsebus: Website: https://rockforddc.comLocation: Rockford, ILProud Team Chiropractor of the Rockford IceHogswww.rockforddc.com

    11 min

  4. Jun 9

    Episode 8: The Physics of Stress – How Emotional Tension Wrecks Your Posture

    Send us Fan Mail ## Episode 8: The Physics of Stress – How Emotional Tension Wrecks Your Posture Have you ever been told by a doctor that you "just need to get rid of your stress"? If only it were that easy!  In Part 8 of our 12-week "Wellness Lifecycle" series, Dr. Brant Hulsebus dives into the actual physics of stress. We often think of stress as a purely emotional experience, but your body reacts to a tough day at the office exactly the same way a hunter-gatherer's body reacts to being chased by a bear.  Learn how chronic emotional tension locks your autonomic nervous system into "fight or flight" mode, altering your cholesterol, shutting down your digestion, and literally forcing your spine into a defensive "fetal curve."  ### In this episode, you’ll learn: * **The Bear vs. Modern Life:** Why your body responds to a stressful email by spiking your cholesterol and shutting down your immune system. * **The Fetal Curve:** The biological reason emotional stress causes rounded shoulders, tight upper backs, and forward head posture.  * **The Cheesecake Cycle:** Why stress biologically forces you to crave junk food for quick "survival energy"—and how that creates a vicious cycle of more stress and fatigue. * **The "Ctrl+Alt+Del" Reset:** How a specific chiropractic adjustment to the upper neck (Atlas) helps reset the vagus nerve, signaling to your body that the danger has passed so you can finally relax and heal. --- ### About the Host Dr. Brant Hulsebus is a proud graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic and serves as the team chiropractor for the Rockford IceHogs. Practicing at Hulsebus Rockford Chiropractic, he is dedicated to helping patients overcome physical, chemical, and emotional stress through neurologically-based chiropractic care. ### Join the Journey This is Part 8 of our 12-week series. Subscribe to follow along as we build your complete roadmap to spinal health and peak performance! **Have a question?** If you are dealing with chronic tension, poor sleep, or stress-related posture issues, ask a chiropractor! Leave a comment or contact our Rockford clinic today. **Connect with us:** * Website: https://hulsebuschiropractic.com * Location: 1877 Daimler Road, Rockford, IL 61112 --- **Next Week:** We mentioned how stress shuts down your digestion—next week, we are diving deep into that! Join us for Episode 9 as we discuss Chiropractic Care and Gut Health. --- www.rockforddc.com

    12 min

  5. Jun 2

    Episode 7: Growing Up Straight – The Importance of Pediatric Chiropractic Care

    Send us Fan Mail ## Episode 7: Growing Up Straight – The Importance of Pediatric Chiropractic Care Why do people take their babies to a chiropractor? They aren't even walking yet, so how could they possibly have back problems? In Part 7 of our 12-week "Wellness Lifecycle" series, Dr. Brant Hulsebus explores the world of pediatric chiropractic care. From his own experience receiving his first adjustment on the very day he was born, to helping modern teenagers manage the heavy weight of physical and emotional stress, Dr. Hulsebus explains why checking children's spines is vital for healthy development.  ### In this episode, you’ll learn: * A Family Tradition: The history of newborn care in the Hulsebus family and what to look for when choosing a qualified pediatric chiropractor. * Gentle Adjustments: How adjusting a baby is completely different from adjusting an adult. (Hint: It involves a very light touch, with zero twisting or popping!) * The Top 3 Newborn Issues: Why sleep problems, colic, and constipation are frequently linked to cervical and pelvic tension caused by the birthing process. * Hitting Milestones: Why checking children as they learn to crawl and walk helps prevent bad movement habits from forming. * The Triad of Stress: How physical (sports/falls), chemical (junk food), and emotional (puberty/academics) stressors impact a child's nervous system as they grow. --- ### About the Host Dr. Brant Hulsebus is a proud graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic and serves as the team chiropractor for the Rockford IceHogs. His family practice has been serving Rockford, Illinois, since the late 1940s, giving him a deep, multi-generational perspective on the importance of pediatric and family wellness. ### Join the Journey This is Part 7 of our 12-week series. Subscribe to follow along as we build your complete roadmap to spinal health and wellness! Have a question? If you are wondering if chiropractic care could help your child with colic, sleep, or growing pains, ask a chiropractor! Leave a comment or contact our Rockford clinic. Connect with us: * Website: https://hulsebuschiropractic.com * Location: 1877 Daimler Road, Rockford, IL 61112 --- Next Week: Have you ever wondered exactly how stress physically changes your spine? Join us for Episode 8 as we break down "The Physics of Stress." --- www.rockforddc.com

    12 min

  6. May 26

    Episode 6: The Prenatal Path – Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy

    Send us Fan Mail ## Episode 6: The Prenatal Path – Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy If there is one group of people who absolutely cannot afford to sit still all day, it is expecting mothers!  In Part 6 of our 12-week "Wellness Lifecycle" series, Dr. Brant Hulsebus explores the "Prenatal Path." Chiropractic care offers a safe, natural, and drug-free way to manage the physical stresses of pregnancy, ensuring a happier and more comfortable journey for both mom and baby.  ### In this episode, you’ll learn: * A Family Legacy: The incredible story of how chiropractic care helped Dr. Hulsebus's grandmother conceive and inspired three generations of chiropractors. * The Webster Technique: What this specialized certification actually means. (Hint: We don't physically turn the baby; we balance the mother's pelvis so the baby can turn naturally!) * Preventative Care: Why you shouldn't wait until a baby is breech to start seeking chiropractic care.  * Managing Changes: How regular adjustments help with common prenatal issues like lower back strain, pelvic shifting, and even "pregnancy carpal tunnel." * When to Start: Why the best time to see a chiropractor is the moment you find out you are pregnant—or even before! --- ### About the Host Dr. Brant Hulsebus is a proud graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic and serves as the team chiropractor for the Rockford IceHogs. He holds advanced training and certification in the Webster Technique, making him uniquely qualified to support expecting mothers through their prenatal journey. ### Join the Journey This is Part 6 of our 12-week series. Subscribe to follow along as we build your complete roadmap to spinal health and wellness! Have a question? If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, ask a chiropractor! Leave a comment or contact our Rockford clinic. Connect with us: * Website: https://hulsebuschiropractic.com * Location: 1877 Daimler Road, Rockford, IL 61112 --- Next Week: Once the baby arrives, the chiropractic journey doesn't stop! Join us for Episode 7 as we discuss Pediatric Chiropractic and how we adjust newborn babies. --- www.rockforddc.com

    12 min

  7. May 19

    Episode 5: The Ergonomic Advantage – Why Sitting is the New Smoking

    Send us Fan Mail ## Episode 5: The Ergonomic Advantage – Why Sitting is the New Smoking We have all heard the phrase "sitting is the new smoking." In the chiropractic world, we like to say that sitting to your spine is the same as sugar to your teeth!  In Part 5 of our 12-week "Wellness Lifecycle" series, Dr. Brant Hulsebus explores the hidden, structural dangers of desk jobs and modern convenience. While today's ultra-comfortable chairs might save our lower backs, they are wreaking havoc on our cervical spines and overall neurological health. ### In this episode, you’ll learn: * The Evolution of Chairs: Why modern seating allows us to sit longer, but forces our shoulders to roll forward and destroys our neck posture . * Starving Your Spine: How sitting stops the muscular "pump" your discs rely on for nutrients, leading directly to dehydrated discs and Degenerative Disc Disease . * The Windsor Autopsies: The fascinating story of how a medical study designed to disprove chiropractors accidentally validated them instead . * Losing Your Balance: The science behind your body's hidden "stability muscles" and why desk workers are losing them. * The 20-Minute Reset: A simple, actionable stretching routine (and a clever water bottle trick) to protect your posture during the workday . --- ### About the Host Dr. Brant Hulsebus is a proud graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic and serves as the team chiropractor for the Rockford IceHogs. Practicing at Hulsebus Rockford Chiropractic, he is dedicated to helping patients overcome modern physical stressors through neurologically-based chiropractic care. ### Join the Journey This is Part 5 of our 12-week series. Subscribe to follow along as we build your complete roadmap to spinal health and peak performance! Have a question? If you are dealing with neck pain, shoulder tension, or hand numbness from sitting at a desk, ask a chiropractor ! Leave a comment or contact our Rockford clinic. Connect with us: * Website: https://hulsebuschiropractic.com * Location: 1877 Daimler Road, Rockford, IL 61112 --- Next Week: We are shifting our focus to the one group of people who need to get up and move more than anyone else: expecting mothers! Join us for Episode 6 as we discuss Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy --- www.rockforddc.com

    11 min

  8. May 12

    Episode 4: Peak Performance & Sports

    Send us Fan Mail Episode 4: Peak Performance & Sports – Gaining a Competitive Edge Why do professional athletes rely on chiropractic care? It is not just about treating back pain; it is about keeping healthy people healthy and gaining a competitive edge . In Part 4 of our 12-week "Wellness Lifecycle" series, Dr. Brant Hulsebus takes us inside the locker room. Serving as the team chiropractor for the Rockford IceHogs since 2004, and having worked with numerous Olympic and collegiate athletes, he explains how specialized chiropractic care elevates athletic performance. In this episode, you’ll learn: The Pre-Game Advantage: Why athletes get adjusted before hitting the ice to feel strong and secure, and why post-game adjustments focus on restoring flexibility .Sports Biomechanics: How specific sports like hockey, lacrosse, soccer, and golf create unique, repetitive stress patterns and joint imbalances .The Team Approach: How co-managing care with strength and conditioning coaches helps athletes hold their adjustments and stay on the field .A Historic Moment: The story of Joe Montana, Dr. Nick Athens, and the sideline adjustment that brought sports chiropractic to the mainstream .About the Host Dr. Brant Hulsebus is a proud graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic and serves as the team chiropractor for the Rockford IceHogs. He is a board member of the ICA Sports and Fitness Science Council and a member of the Pro Hockey Chiropractic Society, giving him unique insight into the biomechanical needs of athletes. Join the Journey This is Part 4 of our 12-week series. Subscribe to follow along as we build your complete roadmap to spinal health and peak performance! Have a question? If you are an athlete looking to overcome recurring issues, ask a chiropractor ! Leave a comment or contact our Rockford clinic. Connect with us: Website: hulsebuschiropractic.comLocation: 1877 Daimler Road, Rockford, IL 61112Next Week: Not an athlete? We will shift our focus from the arena to the desk as we discuss Workplace Ergonomics and how you sit and carry yourself!  www.rockforddc.com

    12 min
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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
    2022 - 2026
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    264
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