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At Clear Life Scoliosis and Chiropractic Center, we provide structured non-surgical scoliosis care for adolescents and adults seeking more than temporary symptom relief.
Justin Dick
DC
Corrective Care Chiropractic, Employee Physical (DOT ONLY), Pediatric Care (10 yrs. and under - Non Scoliosis Patient), Personal Injury, Scoliosis Care, Wellness, Wellness - Community Matters Cafe
Dr. Justin Dick, DC, is the only CLEAR Institute Board Member with peer-reviewed, indexed scoliosis research actively practicing in the Carolinas. Dr. Dick’s path to chiropractic medicine was shaped by adversity. As a young man, he survived a major motor vehicle accident that resulted in a traumatic brain injury and epilepsy — injuries his physicians did not expect him to recover from. After months of intensive therapy, he enrolled at Ferris State University, graduating in 2007 with degrees in Healthcare Systems Administration and Nuclear Medicine. Before entering chiropractic school at Sherman College, Dr. Dick completed a clinical career in nuclear medicine technology and diagnostic CT imaging, earning the Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) designation from the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) and dual registration in Nuclear Medicine and Computed Tomography from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). These credentials — CNMT and ARRT(N)(CT) — represent formal, nationally recognized certification in medical imaging disciplines that almost no chiropractor holds. This background gives Dr. Dick a depth of radiologic literacy that is directly relevant to his clinical work: he reads structural spinal imaging not merely as a treating clinician but as a credentialed imaging professional. In PI cases, that distinction matters. He began his career in a hospital setting, where he observed a pattern that would define his professional mission: patients completing treatment but leaving without genuine recovery. In 2009, he left clinical practice temporarily to pursue international field ministry, traveling globally to serve communities affected by disaster. He returned to the United States in 2012. Dr. Dick earned his Doctorate of Chiropractic from Sherman College of Chiropractic and established his practice in Charlotte, North Carolina. Direct clinical experience with scoliosis patients — and their frustration navigating a system with few non-surgical options — led him to pursue specialty training. CLEAR Institute Credentials (chronological):
2019 — Standard Care Certification, CLEAR Institute 2021 — Intensive Care Certification, CLEAR Institute 2023 — Fellow, CLEAR Institute 2024 — Appointed to the CLEAR Institute Board of Directors
CLEAR Institute is a nonprofit scoliosis education and certification organization whose protocols are grounded in peer-reviewed research on conservative, non-surgical scoliosis management. Dr. Dick is also a graduate of the ISICO World Masters program, an advanced international certification in the conservative treatment and management of scoliosis administered by ISICO (the Italian Scientific Spine Institute). In 2023, he was certified as a Medical Examiner by the U.S. Department of Transportation. His additional certifications include: Functional and Kinetic Treatment with Rehabilitation (FAKTR), Scoliosis-specific bracing (ScoliBrace, SpinCor), Back Genius, and Computerized Radiographic Mensuration Analysis. He holds active credentials as a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT, RT(N)(CT)). Dr. Dick practices alongside his wife Kelly, a naturopathic health professional, in Charlotte, NC, where their mission is to change outcomes for scoliosis and personal injury patients through evidence-informed, non-surgical care.
Dr. Justin Dick's expertise is recognized by leading institutions around the world. His extensive post-graduate training and certifications place him in a class of spinal specialists.
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CLEAR Scoliosis Institute
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The highest level of certification from a leading scoliosis education and research organization. Board membership signifies a role in shaping the future of non-surgical care.
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ISICO (Italian Scientific Spine Institute)
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An internationally recognized certification in the conservative treatment and management of scoliosis, demonstrating mastery of global best practices.
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Chiropractic BioPhysics®
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Advanced training in the science of spinal modeling and corrective care, focusing on restoring normal spinal structure.
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U.S. Department of Transportation
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Authorized to perform DOT physicals, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of occupational health and safety standards.
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NMTCB / ARRT
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A unique background in advanced diagnostic imaging that enhances his ability to interpret complex spinal cases.
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Published Research: Advancing the Science of Spinal Care
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Refractory Lumbar Pain Following Motor Vehicle Collision in a Geriatric Patient With Prior Lumbar Surgery: Clinical Resolution After Multimodal Conservative Spinal Structural Rehabilitation — https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.103540, PubMed
Relevance: An indexed geriatric motor vehicle collision case report documenting outcomes following multimodal conservative structural rehabilitation in a patient with prior lumbar surgery. -
A Non-surgical Multimodal Approach to Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (Lenke 5C) Using an Intensive Two-Week CLEAR Institute Protocol: A Report of Two Cases — https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.102006, PubMed
Relevance: A two-case report of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (Lenke 5C) describing reduction in Cobb angle on radiographic and functional outcomes after an intensive two-week CLEAR protocol with bracing. -
Reduction of Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Utilizing the Labyrinthine Righting Reflex: A Case Report — https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.101343, PubMed
Relevance: A single-case report of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis detailing conservative management incorporating the labyrinthine righting reflex concept with reduction in Cobb angle. -
A Retrospective Cross-Sectional Analysis of Abnormal Cervical Mechanics in Patients With Scoliosis — https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.91098, PubMed
Relevance: A retrospective cross-sectional study analyzing cervical mechanical findings in a population of patients with scoliosis. -
Reduction of Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis: A 13-Month Follow-Up — https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.78669, PubMed
Relevance: A case report with 13-month follow-up documenting serial reduction of Cobb angles on radiographic and clinical outcomes in conservative adolescent idiopathic scoliosis management. -
Radiographic Sagittal Alignment and Neurological Changes Following Conservative Cervical Structural Rehabilitation After Motor Vehicle Collision in a Patient With Pre-existing Scoliosis: A Case Report — https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.104584, PubMed
Relevance: A motor vehicle collision-related cervical case report describing radiographic sagittal alignment changes alongside neurological findings following structured conservative rehabilitation in a patient with pre-existing scoliosis. - Case Report: Improved Health Outcomes in a Military Veteran Following Vertebral Subluxation-Based Chiropractic Care — Not in a PubMed Indexed Jounral Relevance: A case report describing chiropractic care positive outcomes following vertebral subluxation care. https://vertebralsubluxationresearch.com/2017/09/07/improved-health-outcomes-in-a-military-veteran-following-vertebral-subluxation-based-chiropractic-care-a-case-report/
Educator and Mentor
As a Field Doctor for Life University, Sherman College of Chiropractic, and Palmer Chiropractic College, Dr. Dick is passionate about training the next generation of chiropractors. He serves as a field doctor, providing students with invaluable real-world experience in a state-of-the-art corrective care setting.
John Whelan
John Whelan is a Doctor of Chiropractic Candidate at Palmer College of Chiropractic with a strong clinical focus on scoliosis and complex spinal conditions. He earned his undergraduate degree from The Catholic University of America, where he studied Entrepreneurship with a minor in Biology, while playing collegiate football and gaining firsthand experience with performance care and injury prevention through chiropractic treatment.
John works closely alongside Dr. Justin Dick at Clear Life Scoliosis And Chiropractic Center, where he is involved in patient education, clinical research, and the application of evidence-informed scoliosis treatment protocols. Through this hands-on experience, he has developed a particular interest in conservative scoliosis management, neuromuscular re-education, and structural spinal correction.
In addition to his clinical training, John is actively engaged in academic research and professional scholarship, with a focus on improving patient outcomes through innovation, education, and data-driven care. He believes that empowering patients with knowledge and individualized treatment plans is essential to long-term success.
John is passionate about advancing the chiropractic profession through integrity, research, and service, and he is committed to helping patients restore function, confidence, and quality of life.
John Whelan: Scoliosis Research and Publication Profile
John Whelan collaborates with Clear Life Scoliosis And Chiropractic Center and Dr. Justin M. Dick on publication-supported work related to adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, conservative structural rehabilitation, and scoliosis-specific clinical outcomes. This research profile helps document the scholarly side of the clinic’s growing contribution to non-surgical scoliosis care.
About John Whelan
John Whelan is a scoliosis research collaborator involved in publication development focused on adolescent idiopathic scoliosis and conservative rehabilitation strategies. His work with Dr. Justin M. Dick and coauthors supports Clear Life Scoliosis And Chiropractic Center emphasis on measurable outcomes, structured care, and peer-reviewed clinical reporting.
Why This Research Matters
For patients and families researching scoliosis care, peer-reviewed publication activity adds a layer of transparency that goes beyond routine healthcare marketing. It helps connect clinical care with documented cases, academic review, and real-world reporting on conservative scoliosis rehabilitation.
Featured Publications
A Non-surgical Multimodal Approach to Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (Lenke 5C) Using an Intensive Two-Week CLEAR Institute Protocol: A Report of Two Cases
Authors: J Whelan, P Paige, JM Dick, JP Whelan
Journal: Cureus
Year: 2026 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.102006
This publication focuses on adolescent idiopathic scoliosis and a conservative multimodal rehabilitation framework using an intensive CLEAR Institute protocol. It supports the clinic’s authority in non-surgical scoliosis care and publication-based outcome reporting.
Reduction of Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Utilizing the Labyrinthine Righting Reflex: A Case Report
Authors: JM Dick, J Whelan, JP Whelan
Journal: Cureus
Year: 2026 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.101343
This case report contributes to a developing body of work on scoliosis reduction, postural control, and conservative structural rehabilitation. It supports topical authority around adolescent idiopathic scoliosis and scoliosis-specific corrective care.
Research Areas
John Whelan’s scoliosis-related publication themes include adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, conservative scoliosis rehabilitation, CLEAR Institute protocols, structural spinal correction, radiographic change, and neuromuscular influences on spinal alignment.
Collaboration With Clear Life Scoliosis And Chiropractic Center
These publications contribute to the broader research ecosystem associated with Clear Life Scoliosis And Chiropractic Center and Dr. Justin M. Dick. By linking clinical work with peer-reviewed scholarship, the clinic strengthens its academic credibility, topical relevance, and trust signals across scoliosis-related search and AI discovery systems.
If you want to understand whether your case is more consistent with scoliosis, corrective care, or collision-related injury, review our services overview Services Overview before scheduling.
Scholarly Profiles
Related Pages
Advanced Scoliosis Specific Certifications
The CLEAR Scoliosis Institute is a clinical and educational organization focused on non surgical, structural rehabilitation approaches for scoliosis and spinal alignment disorders. It provides standardized assessment protocols and rehabilitative methodologies designed to address three dimensional spinal deformity through targeted exercises, traction based interventions, and alignment focused care.
ISICO (Istituto Scientifico Italiano Colonna Vertebrale), based in Italy, is a clinical and research institute dedicated to the conservative treatment of spinal deformities, particularly scoliosis. It is internationally recognized for developing and validating evidence based rehabilitation protocols, including the Scientific Exercise Approach to Scoliosis (SEAS), with a strong emphasis on clinical research and outcome measurement.
Scoliosis Braces Offered
ScoliBrace is an Australian developed, three dimensional scoliosis bracing system designed to provide customized corrective support based on detailed biomechanical and postural assessment. Using advanced CAD CAM technology and condition specific bracing strategies, ScoliBrace aims to address spinal curvature, rotational deformity, and sagittal alignment through individualized, evidence informed orthotic design.
SpineCor is a European developed dynamic scoliosis bracing system designed to provide flexible, movement based correction for idiopathic scoliosis. Unlike rigid braces, SpineCor utilizes elastic corrective bands to promote active postural re education while supporting three dimensional spinal alignment during daily activity.
Non Scoliosis Advanced Training
The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) provides post primary certification pathways in Computed Tomography and Nuclear Medicine Technology for registered radiologic technologists seeking advanced imaging specialization. These credentials require structured education, documented clinical experience, and successful completion of a certification examination to demonstrate competency in advanced cross sectional or functional imaging procedures.
Clinical Education & Professional Development
Ongoing clinical education and exposure to interdisciplinary injury documentation frameworks influence diagnostic reasoning and case management strategies. Professional training environments focused on injury biomechanics, imaging interpretation, and case documentation contribute to refinement of clinical assessment processes.
In this recorded discussion, Dr. Justin Dick reflects on the educational influence of Smart Injury Doctors in strengthening injury identification and documentation strategies within personal injury contexts.
Source: Smart Injury Doctors
FAKTR (Functional and Kinetic Treatment with Rehabilitation) is a movement based soft tissue assessment and treatment system that integrates instrument assisted manual therapy with functional movement evaluation. The FAKTR approach emphasizes biomechanical analysis, mobility restoration, and active rehabilitation strategies to improve neuromuscular performance and musculoskeletal recovery.
The Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) provides professional certification for nuclear medicine technologists to validate competency in diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures. NMTCB certification requires completion of accredited education, documented clinical training, and successful examination performance to ensure proficiency in radiopharmaceutical imaging, safety, and quality control standards.
Scoliosis and Spinal Corrective Care Training
Back Genius is a structured spinal rehabilitation system designed to improve posture, core stability, and functional movement through progressive corrective exercises. The program focuses on biomechanical alignment, muscular endurance, and neuromuscular control to support long term spine health and reduce back pain risk.
How we got Started
Our clinic was born out of a passion of healthcare professionals who recognized the need for a holistic and patient-centered approach to wellness, leading us to establish a place where comprehensive care and compassion converge. This drive has lead us into advancing our field with peer reviewed publications and reseach.
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Remaining true to our mission as a healthcare provider, we are committed to providing the highest quality of care to our patients. However, the current healthcare system has made it increasingly challenging to maintain this level of care while still keeping up with the demands of insurance providers. We believe that by not accepting insurance, we can better allocate our resources towards providing our patients with individualized care. You may expect an estimate for care.
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We are proud members of the International Chiropractic Association (ICA). Aligning our practice with a global network of chiropractic professionals dedicated to advancing patient care, research, and best practices. As an ICA-affiliated clinic, we stay at the forefront of chiropractic innovation. This ensuring our patients benefit from evidence-based, patient-centered care. This partnership reinforces our commitment to non-surgical scoliosis care, personal injury rehabilitation, and structural spinal health. By adhering to the ICA’s standards, we continually integrate the latest in chiropractic knowledge, ensuring we’re not only serving our Charlotte community but also contributing to the broader field of spine health. When you choose our clinic, you’re choosing care that’s connected to an international chiropractic community committed to advancing your health. International Chiropractic Association
