2025 ACBSP™ Chiropractic Sports Sciences Symposium

2025 ACBSP™ Chiropractic Sports Sciences Symposium

March 26–29, 2025

Join us at the Greenville Convention Center in Greenville, South Carolina for an unparalleled event featuring the latest in chiropractic sports sciences. The Early Bird special is available until November 27, 2024, and early registration is available until January 30, 2025.

The Early Bird registration is for the Principle and Practices Workshop (PPW) + the full symposium for only $350!  That is 4 days of learning and hands-on practice for over half the price. 

Please note that Early Bird special registrations are non-refundable.

The ACBSP  will not offer refunds after February 12, 2025, on all other registrations. Any refunds issued before February 12th will be the total registered minus a $50 processing fee.

 Continuing education credit (CE) is administered by Life Chiropractic College West.

 

The following states or providences do not require applications or are auto-approved based on Life West Chiropractic College CCE accreditation:

Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maryland, Massachusetts, Mississippi, Montana, Nebraska, Oregon, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wyoming, British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario, and Quebec

Meet Our Speakers

Date: Wednesday, March 26, 2025

Time: 8:00 am – 10:00 am                          

Topic: Field Concussion Evaluation

Dr. Rachael Bryant, DC, DACBSP®, ICSC, RN, NREMT-P

Dr. Bryant attended Parker College of Chiropractic receiving her Bachelor of Sciences degrees in Anatomy and Health & Wellness, as well as a Doctorate of Chiropractic. She also earned her DACBSP from Palmer College.

Dr. Bryant currently runs a thriving practice in West Virginia.

Prior to entering the field of chiropractic, Dr. Bryant proudly served in the US Air Force. After her time in the military, Dr. Bryant served her Atlanta community as a firefighter and paramedic. She continued her training, eventually becoming a RN. She is currently also certified as a Federal Medical examiner.

Date: Wednesday, March 26, 2025

Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm                          
Topic: Special Populations

Dr. Anne Sorrentino, DC, DACBSP®

Anne Sorrentino D.C. is a Diplomate in Sports Chiropractic (DACBSP®) practicing in McLean, Virginia.

In 2013, Dr. Sorrentino joined WMI Global, an international event management company covering risk, safety, medical and rescue. A Senior Medical Director, she works with CEO Rick Bahr to develop safe, efficient course extractions for injured athletes. She was selected to work the field of play for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, serving as Medical Officer for Street and Park Skateboarding with the International Federation World Skate.

She tours internationally managing events of Dew Tours, Nitro Circus, UCI-BMX Racing and Freestyle, World Skate, and Street League Skateboarding.

She was honored with the 2014 American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians™(ACBSP™) prestigious “Sports Chiropractor of the Year” Award.

A past President of the ACBSP™, she returned to teaching “Emergency Procedures,” and other CCSP® and DACBSP® courses after her board term ended, serving as adjunct instructor for NUHS. She is also a CPR instructor, EMT, and ski patroller.

Date: Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Time: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm                           
Topic: Extremities (Upper & Lower)

Dr. Andrew Klein, DC, DACBSP®

Dr. Andy Klein received a BA in Physical Education from Lehman College in 1981, and an MS Ed. in Exercise Physiology from Queens College in 1983. He received his chiropractic degree from Northeast College of Health Sciences in 1987. He is certified as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist, and a Tactical Strength and Conditioning Facilitator by the National Strength and Conditioning Association.  He is board certified in Chiropractic Sports Medicine by the ACBSP.  He is a certified Level 2 weightlifting Coach by USA Weightlifting. Professional appointments include appointed chiropractor for the USA at the Goodwill Games in 1998, and the Olympic Games in Sydney, Australia in 2000. He served as the team chiropractor for the Minnesota Vikings from 2002-2006. He practiced for 21 years in the Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Department at Park Nicollet clinic. He is currently the director at the Human Performance Center at Northwestern Health Sciences University.

Date: Wednesday, March 26, 2025

Time: 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm                           
Topic: Emergency Procedures – Hands on portion

Dr. Rachael Bryant, DC, DACBSP®, ICSC, RN, NREMT-P

Dr. Bryant attended Parker College of Chiropractic receiving her Bachelor of Sciences degrees in Anatomy and Health & Wellness, as well as, a Doctorate of Chiropractic. She also earned her DACBSP from Palmer College.

Dr. Bryant currently runs a thriving practice in West Virginia.

Prior to entering the field of chiropractic, she proudly served in the US Air Force. After her time in the military, Dr. Bryant served her Atlanta community as a firefighter and paramedic. She continued her training eventually becoming an RN. She currently also certified as a Federal Medical examiner. 

Date: Thursday, March 27, 2025

Time: 7:30 am – 11:30 am                          

Topic: CPR

Dr. Anne Sorrentino, DC, DACBSP®

Anne Sorrentino D.C. is a Diplomate in Sports Chiropractic (DACBSP®) practicing in McLean, Virginia.

 In 2013, Dr. Sorrentino joined WMI Global, an international event management company covering risk, safety, medical and rescue. A Senior Medical Director, she works with CEO Rick Bahr to develop safe, efficient course extractions for injured athletes. She was selected work to the field of play for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, serving as Medical Officer for Street and Park Skateboarding with the International Federation World Skate.

She tours internationally managing events of Dew Tours, Nitro Circus, UCI-BMX Racing and Freestyle, World Skate, and Street League Skateboarding.

She was honored with the 2014 American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians™(ACBSP™) prestigious “Sports Chiropractor of the Year” Award.

A past President of the ACBSP™, she returned to teaching “Emergency Procedures,” and other CCSP® and DACBSP® courses after her board term ended, serving as adjunct instructor for NUHS. She is also a CPR instructor, EMT, and ski patroller.

Date: Thursday, March 27, 2025

Time: 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm                          

Topic: Radiology

Dr. James Demetrious, DC, DABCO

Dr. James Demetrious is a nationally distinguished board-certified chiropractic orthopedist. He teaches post-graduate coursework through his company PostGradDC. He is a proud member of the NCMIC Speakers’ Bureau and teaches throughout the United States. Dr. Demetrious has published peer-reviewed papers related to advanced differential diagnosis. Dr. Demetrious serves as an editorial reviewer on behalf of the journals: SpineAnnals of Internal Medicine, and Clinical Anatomy. He has continually cared for patients since 1986.

Date: Friday, March 28, 2025

Time: 8:00 am – 9:00 am                          

Topic: Extreme Sports

Dr. Anne Sorrentino, DC, DACBSP®

Anne Sorrentino D.C. is a Diplomate in Sports Chiropractic (DACBSP®) practicing in McLean, Virginia.

 In 2013, Dr. Sorrentino joined WMI Global, an international event management company covering risk, safety, medical and rescue. A Senior Medical Director, she works with CEO Rick Bahr to develop safe, efficient course extractions for injured athletes. She was selected work to the field of play for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, serving as Medical Officer for Street and Park Skateboarding with the International Federation World Skate.

She tours internationally managing events of Dew Tours, Nitro Circus, UCI-BMX Racing and Freestyle, World Skate, and Street League Skateboarding.

She was honored with the 2014 American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians™(ACBSP™) prestigious “Sports Chiropractor of the Year” Award.

A past President of the ACBSP™, she returned to teaching “Emergency Procedures,” and other CCSP® and DACBSP® courses after her board term ended, serving as adjunct instructor for NUHS. She is also a CPR instructor, EMT, and ski patroller.

Date: Friday, March 28, 2025

Time: 9:00 am – 10:00 am                          

Topic: Intermittent Hypoxia: Insights and Considerations for Vascular Health and Neuroplasticity

 

Dr. Sten Stray-Gundersen, Ph.D

Sten Stray-Gundersen is an assistant professor at The University of South Carolina, with a Masters and PhD from the University of Texas at Austin. His research focuses on cardiovascular responses to exercise and environmental interventions, particularly in military as well as aging populations. Sten’s work explores the mechanisms behind the neurohumoral, musculoskeletal, and cardiovascular responses to hypoxia and blood flow restriction training, with an emphasis on acute and chronic responses. As a practitioner, Sten has worked with a wide range of clients, from elite athletes to older adults, applying evidence-based methodologies to improve physical and cognitive performance.

Date: Friday, March 28, 2025

Time: 10:30 am – 11:30 am                          

Topic: Moving Through Arthritis: Working with the Arthritic Athlete

Dr. Robert Blake Graham, DC MS CSCS DACBSP

Dr. Blake Graham is a Sports Medicine Provider with a Doctorate of Chiropractic and a Master’s in Strength and Human Performance. Currently at Canyon Ranch in Tucson, AZ, he focuses on musculoskeletal health and performance enhancement. Blake holds multiple certifications, including DACBSP©, ICSC, and CSCS®. He has served as Clinic Faculty at Parker University and owned Victory Sports Rehab. Active in professional organizations, Blake is the President of the ACBSP and was recently appointed Director of Performance and Sports Medicine for the US Fistball Association.

Date: Friday, March 28, 2025

Time: 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm                          

Topic: Female Athletes: Promoting Health and Preventing Injury

Dr. Katie Hirsch, PhD, Ep-C, CISSN

Katie Hirsch, PhD, EP-C, CISSN is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Exercise Science at the University of South Carolina, Arnold School of Public Health. Her research focuses on the practical application of exercise and nutrition to strengthen and sustain body composition, metabolic health, and exercise performance across the lifespan, with an emphasis on female physiology and women’s health. Dr. Hirsch is a certified Exercise Physiologist with the American College of Sports Medicine, a certified Sports Nutritionist with the International Society of Sports Nutrition, and was named the 2024 Nutrition Researcher of the Year by the National Strength and Conditioning Association.

Date: Friday, March 28, 2025

Time: 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm                          

Topic: Using Biomarkers to Enhance Training and Nutrition Programming

Dr. Shawn Arent, PhD, CSCS*D, FISSN, FACSM, FNAK

Dr. Shawn M. Arent is Professor and Chair of the Department of Exercise Science at the University of South Carolina, which houses one of the top-ranked PhD and sport science programs in the nation. He is also the Director of the USC Sport Science Lab. His research focuses on the relationship between training, nutrition, and stress and the implications for health, performance, and recovery. Dr. Arent is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with Distinction, and a Fellow in the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN), and the National Academy of Kinesiology (NAK).

Date: Friday, March 28, 2025

Time: 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm                          

Topic: The Paleo Keto Vegan Macro Fasting Diet: Stop the Madness!

Dr. Shawn Arent, PhD, CSCS*D, FISSN, FACSM, FNAK

Dr. Shawn M. Arent is Professor and Chair of the Department of Exercise Science at the University of South Carolina, which houses one of the top-ranked PhD and sport science programs in the nation. He is also the Director of the USC Sport Science Lab. His research focuses on the relationship between training, nutrition, and stress and the implications for health, performance, and recovery. Dr. Arent is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with Distinction, and a Fellow in the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN), and the National Academy of Kinesiology (NAK).

Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025

Time: 8:00 am – 10:00 am & 10:10 am – 12:10 pm                        

Topic: Breakout Session 1: Foot & Ankle Assessment

Dr. Kelly Lange, DC, CCSP®

Kelly Lange, DC, CCSP® ICSC is a Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician® and former President of the ACASC. A 2004 graduate of Palmer in Davenport, she started her sports med training as a student athletic trainer at Lewis & Clark College in Portland, OR.  She is the Medical Director for the Pine to Palm 100-mile Endurance Race and has worked with elite runners at Olympic Trials, the World Athletic Championships, and USATF.  She has an evidence-informed practice that specializes in lower extremity care and foot health. Her niche is ultrarunning/endurance athletes, with a passion for integrative and functional approaches to care.

Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025

Time: 8:00 am – 10:00 am & 10:10 am – 12:10 pm                     

Topic: Breakout Session 2: Assessment of Rotary Athletes

Dr. Greg Rose, DC

Dr. Greg Rose is a 1996 graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic and holds an engineering degree from the University of Maryland. Greg helped pioneer the field of analyzing 3-dimensional motion capture models of athletes. Greg is the Co-Founder of the Titleist Performance Institute (TPI), located in Oceanside, California. Greg is also one of the co-developers of the Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA) and co-owner of FMS (Functional Movement Systems). Greg also founded and launched RacquetFit and OnBase University. Greg and his family live in San Diego.

Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025

Time: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm & 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm                         

Topic: Breakout Session 3: Using Examination to Drive Treatment in the Athletic Shoulder

Dr. Dale Buchberger, DC, DACBSP®

Dr. Buchberger received his DC Degree from the National College of Chiropractic, an MS in physical therapy from SUNY Upstate Medical University and is a certified strength and conditioning specialist. He is a former associate professor at NYCC and former staff chiropractor for Syracuse University Athletics. He is currently an Adjunct Instructor of Sports Medicine for the University of Western States. He is a Diplomate and 3-time past-President of the ACBSP. He maintains a private practice in Auburn, NY. The ACBSP named Dr. Buchberger 2009 Sports Chiropractor of the Year. In 2022, he received the SWIS Lifetime Achievement Award.

Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025

Time: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm & 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm                         

Topic: Breakout Session 4: Managing the Nervous System for Pain and Performance

Dr. Sean Drake

Dr. Drake is a highly accomplished professional; he has treated a diverse range of individuals, including everyday athletes, business executives, and professional athletes. His clientele includes athletes from every major sports organization including MLB, NFL, NBA, PGA, LPGA, ATP, AVP, and X-Games. Additionally, he has served as a Team Doctor for Nitro Circus and the Dew Tour. Dr. Drake’s expertise extends beyond individual treatments. He serves as a consultant for both professional and amateur teams and athletes, offering his extensive knowledge and insights to enhance their performance, recovery, and overall well-being. 

Symposium Schedule

Day 1

26th March 2025

Topic: Field Concussion Evaluation

Speaker: Dr. Rachael Bryant, DC, DACBSP®, RN, NREMT-P

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Topic: Special Populations

Speaker: Dr. Anne Sorrentino, DC, DACBSP®

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Lunch on own

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Topic: Extremities (Upper and Lower)

Speaker: Dr. Andrew Klein, DC, DACBSP®

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Topic: Emergency Procedures - Hands-On portion

Speaker: Dr. Rachael Bryant, DC, DACBSP®, RN, NREMT-P

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Topic: PPW - Q & A

5:30 PM - 6: 00 PM

Day 2

27th March 2025

Topic: CPR

Speaker: Dr. Anne Sorrentino, DC, DACBSP®

7:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Topic: Radiology

Speaker: Dr. James Demetrious, DC, DABCO

12: 00 PM - 4: 00 PM

Break with Vendors

4:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Day 3

28th March 2025

Break with Vendors

7:30 AM - 8:00 AM

Topic: Extreme Sports

Speaker: Dr. Anne Sorrentino, DC, DACBSP®

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Topic: Intermittent Hypoxia: Insights and Considerations for Vascular Health and Neuroplasticity

Speaker: Dr. Sten Stray-Gundersen, Ph.D

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Break with Vendors

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Topic: Moving Through Arthritis: Working with the Arthritic Athlete

Speaker: Dr. Robert Blake Graham, DC MS CSCS DACBSP

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Lunch on own

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Topic: Female Athletes: Promoting Health and Preventing Injury

Speaker: Dr. Katie Hirsch, PhD, EP-C, CISSN

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Topic: Using Biomarkers to Enhance Training and Nutrition Programming

Speaker: Dr. Shawn M. Arent, PhD, CSCS*D, FISSN, FACSM, FNAK

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Topic: The Paleo Keto Vegan Macro Fasting Diet: Stop the Madness!

Speaker: Dr. Shawn M. Arent, PhD, CSCS*D, FISSN, FACSM, FNAK

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Vendor Reception

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Day 4

29th March 2025

Break with Vendors

7:30 AM - 8:00 AM

Topic: Breakout session 1: Foot and Ankle Assessment

Speaker: Dr. Kelly Lange, DC, CCSP®

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Topic: Breakout session 2: Assessment of Rotary Athletes

Speaker: Dr. Greg Rose, DC

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Topic: Breakout session 1: Foot and Ankle Assessment

Speaker: Dr. Kelly Lange, DC, CCSP®

10:10 AM - 12:10 PM

Topic: Breakout session 2: Assessment of Rotary Athletes

Speaker: Dr. Greg Rose, DC

10:10 AM - 12:10 PM

Lunch on own

12:10 PM - 1:30 PM

Topic: Breakout session 3: Using Examination to Drive Treatment in the Athletic Shoulder

Speaker: Dr. Dale Buchberger, DC, DACBSP®

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Topic: Breakout session 4: Managing the nervous system for pain and performance

Speaker: Dr. Sean Drake

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Break with vendors

3:30 PM - 4:00 PM

Topic: Breakout session 3: Using Examination to Drive Treatment in the Athletic Shoulder

Speaker: Dr. Dale Buchberger, DC, DACBSP®

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Topic: Breakout session 4: Managing the nervous system for pain and performance

Speaker: Dr. Sean Drake

4:00 PM - 6: 00 PM

About the Venue

The Greenville Convention Center in Greenville, South Carolina, is a premier event venue offering state-of-the-art facilities, ample parking, and easy access to local attractions. With over 280,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, the center is equipped to handle events of all sizes. Attendees will appreciate the modern amenities, including high-speed internet, on-site catering, and comfortable seating arrangements. The venue is conveniently located near major highways and the Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport, making it accessible for both local and out-of-town guests.

Greenville Convention Center

One Exposition Dr.

Greenville, SC 29607

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Register Now for Early Bird Discounts!

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to attend the 2025 ACBSP™ Chiropractic Sports Sciences Symposium at a discounted rate. The Early Bird special is available until November 27, 2024, and early registration is available until January 30, 2025. Secure your spot now and join us at the Greenville Convention Center from March 26–29, 2025. Visit our website at www.acbsp.com to register and take advantage of this exclusive offer.