Séminar “Horizons Chiropratiques” will be held by the chiropractic program of the Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières (UQTR) from January 30 to February 1, 2009. This event, organized by UQTR chiropractic students, is a great opportunity to gather students, chiropractors and everybody in the world of chiropractic together. English and French talks have been scheduled to ensure that the conference will offer much to all attendees. Speakers will include Dr. Gilles Lamarche, Dr. Michael Hall and many others who will discuss topics dealing with philosophy, neurology and other aspects of the chiropractic profession. The seminar will take place at the Delta Trois-Rivières Hôtel. For more information, or to access registration forms online, please visit www.uqtr.ca/aedc/horizons.htm. The students and faculty of the UQTR chiropractic program look forward to meeting you, this winter, in Trois-Rivières. A SALUTE TO CELEBRATE TWO LIFETIMES As his last offi cial duty before retiring, Sarnia Ontario Chief of Police, William O’Brien, paid his chiropractor a call, and saluted him. The visit was a surprise, planned to coincide with a busy clinic day in order to include staff and patients in the special moment. Chief O’Brien – accompanied by Constable Don Pickett – saluted Dr. Johnny Clubb for his contribution to the careers and wellness of many offi cers on the force, as well as exceptional professionalism within the community. “Dr. Clubb has always been a very caring doctor to me and many offi cers on the force during my watch,” Chief O’Brien tells Canadian Chiropractor. “His expertise has been very comforting and he has a good reputation in the community. The salute reinforces that.” “But, at the same time,” says Dr. Clubb, “it is also a tribute to the qualities that Chief O’Brien exhibited throughout his career. The fact that he did this as his last offi cial duty shows that the chief has a lot of respect for chiropractic – but I also appreciate that he, himself, has done many kind deeds in the community.” Says Clubb, “I want to make sure that the chief is honoured, here, also.” Clubb is a graduate of The Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC) who considers himself as having a fortunate career. “I’ve been able to treat many families – and kids. And I’ve treated many cops. I’ve spoken out internationally against injuries in breakdancing. And my wife, Gloria always believed in chiropractic, and in me. This has been a big variable in favour of my success.” A look back, for Clubb Clubb considers this salute an interesting coincidence since, as a youth, he wanted to become a police offi cer himself. When he learned that he did not meet the height requirements, then in place for entry into the force, he began to think about a career in dentistry. After sustaining an injury in a motor vehicle accident, Clubb found himself in a chiropractor’s offi ce as a patient. He was very impressed with the treatment he received, and the work the chiropractor was doing. And, that was it – Clubb knew he must become a chiropractor. He contacted CMCC but was originally told that he had missed the application deadline. Undaunted, Clubb proceeded to telephone CMCC every day to plead his case for entry. Finally, he received a telegram with the answer he wanted to hear – he had been accepted into the CMCC program! Chiropractic a natural solution Clubb notes that police offi cers often experience dramatic low back pain. Biomechanically, these professionals are a challenge to chiropractors because their sedentary requirements, constant entry and exit from their vehicles – an action which produces or exacerbates low back pain – and the general stress of their jobs often result in postural issues, various states of degeneration, pain, etc. “I would give them an adjustment,” says Clubb, “but I would also teach them how to address the various aspects of their jobs in order to maintain fl exibility and reduce pain.” “Chiropractic has kept me mobile over the years and even helped me handle the stress of a high paced profession,” adds Chief O’Brien. “And, I feel its keeps the men and women on the force more supple and pain free using a natural health solution. Police offi cers have to be in the best shape possible, and chiropractors can aid in that process.” Dr. Johnny Clubb is now planning his future “retirement” several years down the road. “When I leave practice, I intend to write a motivational health book and I want to do chiropractic missionary work in underdeveloped countries,” he says. “As well, Dr. Steve Schwab and I will be doing PASS IT ON seminars.” Canadian Chiropractor thanks Dr. Clubb and Chief William O’Brien (as well as Constable Don Piggett) for allowing us to share this photo and story with our readers, and wishes all three gentlemen the very best in their endeavours. CHIRO’S CARE CHARITY POISED TO IMPACT You may not yet have heard of Chiro’s Care but if Tyler Damen, a third year chiropractic student at Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC), has his way, you’ll soon know all about this new charity and its goals. In fact, Damen plans to educate chiropractors across North America about Chiro’s Care. That may sound like a considerable challenge, to the rest of the population, but Damen knows a little something about meeting a challenge and rising above it. There is something about signifi cant adversity that seems to reshape an individual’s view of the world. Many people, surviving a life-threatening illness come away from the experience with a newfound appreciation for life. A few even rise up from the experience with, what appears to outsiders, to be a mandate to radically alter some aspect of their world. Such is the case with Damen. Having battled melanoma that had spread from a mole on his back to his lymph nodes, he surfaced from the experience with a newfound goal. His brainchild, Chiro’s Care, will work to educate chiropractors across North America on how to recognize melanoma and other skin cancers. With a current risk of one in seven Canadians developing skin cancer, chances are that most people will somehow be touched by the disease. Chiro’s Care will also raise funds to donate to The Princess Margaret Hospital Foundation in Toronto for melanoma research, and for the care of patients battling the disease. With the backing of CMCC, his oncologist, dermatologist, family physician and a host of fellow students, Tyler Damen and the charity are already poised to take fl ight. The initial fundraising activity for the charity is the sale of Chiro’s Care T-shirts. An education manual for chiropractors is already being produced and will be available in the months to come. For more information about the manuals, or ordering Chiro’s Care T-shirts , please visit www.chiros-care.com. RESEARCH A PRIORITY The Canadian Chiropractic Association (CCA) has issued a most impressive report, highlighting the progress of chiropractic research across the country. The report details a number of accomplishments by chiropractic researchers working in Canada’s fl agship learning and healthcare institutions. CCA Research Committee Chair, Dr. Frank Mangoni, notes that the work of these Dcs is “current and collaborative, answering some of the most important questions in health-care today.” Some of chiropractic’s most recent research awards, appointments and accomplishments, in Canada, include: Dr. John Srbely, DC, PhD – The recipient of Canada’s newest Canadian Chiropractic Research Foundation (CCRF) professorship in Spine Mechanics and Neurophysiology, established at the University of Guelph in Ontario, Dr. Srbely took his new position on September 1, 2008; Dr. André Bussières, DC, PhD(s) – Currently a professor in the department of chiropractic at the Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières, Dr. Bussières has been accepted into the University of Ottawa PhD program for studies in the area of population health...Dr. Bussières’ research interests include clinical practice guidelines development and knowledge transfer; Dr. Greg Kawchuck, DC, PhD – Dr. Kawchuck, a “Canada Research Chair of Spinal Function” and assistant professor at the University of Alberta, has won a major NIH operating grant, the third involving his work, to date. The project being funded by the NCCAM section of NIH will be entitled Internal Tissues Affected by Spinal Manipulation. These are just some of the accomplishments recorded in the CCA research report document, which can be accessed, in its entirety at www.ccachiro.org. As well, Canada’s next CCRF university professorship in spine biomechanics and neurophysiologhy, funded by the CCRF, the Manitoba Chiropractor’s Association, the University of Manitoba and Manitoba Health is currently being advertised. The position will be at the University of Manitoba in Winnipeg and is expected to be fi lled by January 2009. Dr. Mangoni has also announced that CCA members now have a new service available to them. Through the CCA website, members can now access the Cochrane Library database. CLINICAL CHIROPRACTIC CASES AT NBCA CONFERENCE Dr. Mohamed El-Bayoumi The New Brunswick Chiropractic Association reports a successful and informative conference held on Oct. 18-19. The clinical sessions entitled, Clinical Chiropractic Cases: Neglected, Misunderstood and Forgotten Concepts, were compiled and presented by Thomas F. Bergmann, DC, FICC, Professor, Methods Department Northwestern Health Sciences University and John A. M. Taylor, DC, DACBR, Professor of Radiology, D’Youville College. This two-day presentation focused on the diagnosis and management of interesting and challenging cases presented to chiropractors. The presenters discussed and demonstrated patient evaluation and examination, differential diagnosis, diagnostic imaging, adjustments and rehabilitative techniques. Dr. Bergmann discussed the theory and provided a practical demonstration of manipulative mechanics including recent developments in the application of the art of chiropractic and the forces necessary for chiropractic adjustments. Dr. Taylor presented a selection of chiropractic cases emphasizing differential diagnosis, imaging decisions, and imaging fi ndings and how they apply to everyday practice. Some of the conditions discussed included disc disorders, piriformis syndrome, facet syndrome, myofascial syndromes, lumbar strain/sprain, spondylolisthesis, lumbar instability and stenosis, neck pain and headache, torticollis, Barre-Lieou syndrome, DISH, enuresis, Maigne syndrome, and many more. The organizing committee was quite pleased with participants terming this event as one of the best ever hosted in the Atlantic region.