ABOUT DR. BACKLUND

Dr. Backlund graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science from Minnesota State University Moorhead and graduated with a Masters of Arts degree in Exercise Physiology. With a strong passion for functional health and wellness, Dr. enrolled at Northwestern Health Science University and graduated with a Doctor of Chiropractic degree.

In addition to his Chiropractic education, Dr. Backlund has spent over 3000 hours in seminars specializing in Applied Kinesiology, Functional Neurology, Clinical Nutrition, Acupuncture, Sports Medicine, Rehabilitation, Soft Tissue Techniques and Emotional Energy Techniques.

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SPECIALTIES & CERTIFICATIONS
Education:
Northwestern Health Science University, Bloomington, MN 
Doctor of Chiropractic (2008) 
The College of St. Scholastica, Duluth, MN 
M.A. - Exercise Physiology (2002)
Minnesota State University Moorhead, Moorhead, MN
B.S. - Exercise Science / Biology (2001)

Adjunct Instructor:
Rasmussen College: Eagan, MN (2011-2012)
Anatomy / Physiology
Structure & Function of the Human Body
Exercise Physiology
Kinesiology
Biomechanics
Resistance Training Techniques

Professional Certifications:
Applied Kinesiologist
Acupuncture (will be certified this fall)
Chiropractic Rehabilitation
Chiropractic Orthopedist (board eligible)
Chiropractic Neurologist (board eligible)
Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician (board eligible)
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist
Certified Clinical Nutritionist (board eligible)
First Responder

Post Doctoral Education Seminars And Specialties:
Orthopedic Board Certification
Chiropractic Neurology Certification - Carrick Institute
Chiropractic Neurology Certification - ACNB
Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician
Applied Kinesiology 
Graston Technique: Instrument Soft Tissue Mobilization
Soft Tissue Pain Neutralization Technique (PNT) 
Koren Specific Technique (KST)
Functional Medicine (Nutrition Diplomate, Metagenics, Apex Anergetics, Biotics Research, Standard Process, Applied Kinesiology Certification)
Footlevers Spinal Rehab Certificate
Chiropractic Rehab Certificate
Chiropractic Rehabilitation Diplomate
30 Hour Lab Testing Certification in Nutritional Therapy

Chiropractic Techniques Applied:
Applied Kinesiology
Diversified
Cranial Therapy
Sacral Occipital Technique
Flexion Distraction
Pain Neutralization Technique
Chiropractic Biophysics 
Pettibon Technique
Activator 
Koren Specific Technique
Thompson Drop Table 
Brain Balance Therapy 
Kinesio-Taping
Advanced Extremity Adjusting 
Eye Light Therapy
Cold Laser
Graston Technique
Acupressure