Research : Interests and Activities

Dr. Dale Johnson, Ph.D.

1. Secure funding to expand research efforts in the processing of electronic health data for effective patient care, research efforts and public health initiatives
2. Develop infrastructure and resources of the LCCW research department to support investigative science and its application to the chiropractic profession
3. Compare various CAM modalities against current standards of chiropractic care

For More Information Contact Dr. Johnson at djohnson@lifewest.edu
(510) 780-4500 ext. 2363

Dr. Kim Khauv, D.C.

1. Principal Investigator; Statistical analysis of predominate factors of NUCCA listings of upper cervical misalignment                                            
2. Co-Principal Investigator; Atlas realignment and the reduction of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis Cobb’s angle
3. Co-Principal Investigator;  Supine Leg Check Reliability and Predominant Factors in NUCCA Patients

For More Information Contact Dr. Khauv at kkhauv@lifewest.edu

Dr. Charles Sherrod, DC, MPH, CIE

1. Principal Investigator; The modulation of a Musculoskeletal Disorder for a Knowledge Worker with Chiropractic Care and Applied Ergonomics 
2. Director of Residency Program for ergonomics at LCCW and Developer of “Wellness in the Workplace” an applied ergonomics program for post-graduates
3. Increase collaborative efforts between chiropractors, safety management and human factors in ergonomics to contribute to public health initiatives

For More Information Contact Dr. Sherrod at csherrod@lifewest.edu

Dr. David Vasquez, D.C.

1. Develop imaging technology devices to increase inter and intra-examiner reliability in research and to improve standards of precision in radiographic positioning and analysis.  
2. Develop computer animation programs which highlight movement systems of the spine and coupled motion patterns of the upper cervical complex based on precision radiographs.
3. Publish reputable studies demonstrating consistent and effective models of analysis to create new public awareness of chiropractic programs and techniques.

For More Information Contact Dr. Vazquez at dvazquez@college.lifewest.edu

Dr. Charles Woodfield, D.C.

1. Co-Principal Investigator, Vertebra realignment and achievement of arterial pressure goal in hypertensive patients: a pilot study
2. Co-Principal Investigator, Changes in cerebral vascular and cerebrospinal fluid flow following an atlas correction procedure-a case study
3. Increase collaborative efforts and funding opportunities for practice-based research to contribute to optimal patient care while reducing healthcare costs. 

For more information Contact Dr. Woodfield at chuckwoodfield@yahoo.com