202: Pediatric Chiropractic Care in Schools: A Conversation with Dr. Lona Cook

In this episode of the Future Generations Podcast, Dr. Stanton Hom interviews Dr. Lona Cook, a renowned chiropractor dedicated to transforming public school systems by integrating chiropractic care. Dr. Cook shares her journey, inspirations, and the profound impact of chiropractic adjustments on students and educators. The conversation delves into the benefits of regulated nervous systems for enhancing children's educational experiences and overall well-being. Dr. Cook also discusses the collaboration with research teams to validate the effectiveness of their initiatives and her vision for the future of chiropractic in public education.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
01:05 Guest's Professional Background
01:21 Chiropractic in Public Schools
04:01 Personal Insights and Family Background
07:19 Chiropractic Philosophy and Impact
17:06 Implementing Chiropractic in Schools
26:11 Research Collaboration and Feasibility Trials
27:19 Challenges and Perseverance in Chiropractic Practice
28:18 Impact of Chiropractic on Nervous System and Community
30:59 Heidi's Research and Its Implications
35:43 Vision for Chiropractic in Schools
39:38 Bridging Healthcare Gaps and Future Goals
42:17 Grassroots Movement and Political Engagement
45:51 Concluding Thoughts and Call to Action