Current Research

Leading the way with evidence-based research

Cleveland University-Kansas City (CUKC) is proud to be a pioneer and leader in the fields of chiropractic and health sciences.

Download your copy of the Foundation for Chiropractic Progress’ Chiropractic: A Safe and Cost Effective Approach to Health, authored by Dr. Carl S. Cleveland III, CUKC president, and released in August 2017.

Professional collaboration can improve patient outcomes

In a 2020 interview with BioNexus KC, Dr. Mark Pfefer, director of research at Cleveland University-Kansas City, addresses the need for more research into how patients respond to chiropractic care. He also reflects on the collaborative possibilities between doctors of chiropractic and other healthcare professionals.

Pfefer has worked with the University to prepare the articles below exploring the benefits of chiropractic care. They were then added to the CUKC website, and shared with BioNexus KC for distribution to their readers.

Chiropractic Care as an Intervention for Cervicogenic Dizziness

Collaborative Approach: Complete Care for Patients

Use of Chiropractic and Nutritional Supplements May Help to Manage Migraines

Opting for Chiropractic Care Over Opioids for Pain Management

Use of Chiropractic Spinal Manipulation and Class 4 Laser for Treatment of Spine-related Pain

Cleveland University-Kansas City Investing in Advanced Technology to Drive Chiropractic Education, Research