Participate in Research Scientific Investigation Clinical Research Student Research Programs

Students are exposed to the latest evidence-based chiropractic concepts during their basic and clinical science courses and as part of their clinical internships.

The integration of research into our chiropractic curriculum affords students the unique opportunity to progress toward becoming the leading chiropractors of tomorrow while helping to ensure that the chiropractic profession continues to grow.

Participate in Research
Students can learn from - and participate with - faculty members conducting independent research in the basic and clinical sciences.

• Skeletal biomechanics
• Craniofacial growth and development
• Human and comparative vertebrate bone histology
• Human performance medicine
• Clinical neurophysiology

• Spinal adjusting techniques
• Diagnostic examination procedures
• Clinical problem solving skills
• Case management skills
• Educational training of clinicians

Scientific Investigations
NYCC supports a dedicated group of research faculty who conduct a number of scientific investigations each year. Our 8,000 square foot state-of-the-art research facilities include the following laboratories:

• Pathophysiology/Biochemistry
• Motor Systems Physiology
• Molecular Neuroendocrinology
• Biomechanics

All laboratories are equipped with the latest in instrument technology to extend knowledge in the following areas including:

• Biology of alternative therapies
• Etiology and pathogenesis of musculoskeletal pain disorders
• Effects of chiropractic treatments on gait, posture, and human performance
• Biomechanical assessment of musculoskeletal system
• Molecular mechanisms of thyroid hormone action

These laboratories provide a unique opportunity for students to take part in cutting-edge research, resulting in unique achievements that can be an integral part of your professional career.

Current Research Topics Include:

• Skeletal biomechanics
• Human and comparative vertebrate bone histology

• Craniofacial Growth of Development
• Comparative Anatomy
• Human Gross Anatomy
• Clinical Anatomy

• Visceral morphological variation

• Human performance medicine

• Motor Systems Physiology

• Intervertebral Motion During Spinal Manipulation
• Clinical Gait Analysis. Information on how to participate in this Research
• Application of Sonomyography in Chiropractic Research
• Musculoskeletal Modeling

• Molecular Neuroendocrinology:
• Hormone-Receptor Interactions
• Ion Fluxes
• Second Messenger Systems
• Protein Phosphorylation

• Etiology, pathogenesis and treatment of musculoskeletal pain disorders

• Conservative Care for Chronic Lower Back. Information on how to participate in this Research.
• Efficacy of Spinal Manipulation in Older Adults
• Prediction of Responsiveness to Spinal Manipulation
• Spinal Manipulation and Active Exercise Therapy in Chronic Lower Back Pain
• Role of Manipulation on Inflammatory Changes in a Mouse Model (Dr. Paul Dougherty/Owen Papuga, MS)

Clinical Research

• NYCC is involved in two federally funded clinical research projects that are investigating the role of spinal manipulation in chronic lower back pain. (Principal Investigator – Dr. Paul Dougherty)
• Multi-site randomized clinical trial evaluating spinal manipulation and active exercise focusing on responsiveness to either therapy
• Placebo controlled trial to evaluate the role of spinal manipulation in adults over the age of 65

• As subjects in applied and clinical research projects
• As research assistants on scholarly projects conducted by NYCC faculty
• By writing and submitting grant applications for intramural and extramural funding
• By writing and submitting research reports for publication