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Tips for Peak Marathon Performance

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Training for a marathon is vastly different from regular athletic training. It’s not just about running long distances. Effective marathon training requires endurance, strength, nutrition, proper biomechanics and appropriate recovery. At Logan University’s Montgomery Health Center, our Sports and Rehabilitation Clinic, led by Quintin Murray, DC (’12), Ed.D. (’24), MS, CCSP and Leslie Reece, DC, MS (’19), DACBSP, handle injuries and recovery for all levels of athletes. Whether you’re a casual runner or tackling your first marathon, follow the tips below to help with a safe and effective training experience. 1. Prioritize Proper Biomechanics Before you start training, it’s important …

DC Alumnus Publishes Research Rebuttal in Journal

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Tyler Snodgrass, DC (’24), with the help of three other Logan University alumni, published his first letter to the editor in Anesthesia & Analgesia (A&A) Practice. The project started when Dr. Snodgrass, a trimester 9 Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) student at Logan at the time, discovered potential biases in an A&A Practice case report. After reading the case report, Dr. Snodgrass went to the evidence. “I learned to identify and critically evaluate scholarly publications through an information literacy class taught by Kimberly Cerf, DC (’18), MS (’17),” Dr. Snodgrass said. “The case report discussed a potential adverse event related to …

Cheerleading Champion, Coach Taking Next Step in Logan’s MSSC Program

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When David Patton decided to join the cheerleading team at Louisiana State University (LSU) in 2008, he did not know it would lead to a fruitful coaching career. “I did gymnastics for several years, so I decided to try out for cheerleading in college as a way to make friends and get involved,” David said. “It’s something that has stuck with me and had a major impact on my life.” In 2011, David transferred to the University of Kentucky (UK), where he was part of the cheerleading team that won the Universal Cheerleaders Association (UCA) National College Cheerleading Championship in …

Opening Doors: Tyler Kohmetscher Views Ed.D. Program as Path to New Opportunities

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When Tyler Kohmetscher decided to pursue a doctorate degree—building upon his Master of Arts in Athletic Training—he wanted to find a program that was compatible with his busy life. As a father of three young children and Instructor of Human Health & Performance at Nebraska Wesleyan University, he needed an asynchronous program that allows students to work on their own schedule. “One of the first things I loved about the program is that I can complete the work when I actually have the time,” said Tyler. “This program really stood out in the way it is broken down into different …

Master of Science in Chiropractic Pediatrics – How Does it Differ from A Diplomate?

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Chiropractors interested in adding to their education to become pediatric experts have a few different options. Among the choices are earning a Diplomate in Clinical Chiropractic Pediatrics (DICCP), a Diplomate of the American Board of Chiropractic Pediatrics (DABCP), a Diplomate in the Academy Council of Chiropractic Pediatrics (DACCP), a Certificate in the Academy Council of Chiropractic (CACCP), or obtaining a Master of Science degree in Chiropractic Pediatrics (MSCP) from Logan University. Traditional diplomate programs typically range from 200 to 400 hours, spanning two to three years, and provide post-graduate content in pediatrics for chiropractors, including a mix of hybrid or …

MSHI Alumna’s Journey from Public Health to Health Informatics

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Shiksha Sigdel, MS (’24) began building a strong foundation in healthcare systems and data analysis by earning an undergraduate degree in public health in Nepal. Recognizing the growing intersection of healthcare and technology, she decided to further her education and enroll in the Master of Science in Health Informatics (MSHI) program at Logan University. One of the key factors that attracted her to the MSHI program was its online format and flexibility. The program’s structure allows for a tailored learning experience, accommodating different learning styles and schedules. As an H-4 visa holder in the United States, employment opportunities were limited, …