Dr. James H. Nelson 
Physiology and biomechanics are Jim's passions. He is a constant student of soft tissue conditions and treatments, always seeking to know the hows and whys of motion and injury. Because of his interest in the body in motion, NCRC has evolved into a 'hybrid' clinic with a wide scope of treatment options. Though Jim considers manipulation an effective tool, it is only one of many tools that he utilizes. His education and training includes the following:
Active Release Technique--Certified since 2000 in:
- Upper extremity
- Lower extremity
- Spine
- Biomechanics
- Peripheral nerve entrapment
- Master’s Program--Advanced diagnostics/ART treatments
- Elite Provider Network [EPN] certified to work on-site for corporations
Dynamic Interventions trained and certified
Spine Research Institute of San Diego Whiplash Masters program Trained and certified--1998-present Participates in annual whiplash literature review
BioFlex Laser certified
MyoVision Dynamic Surface EMG certified
Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician--CCSP tested and certified
Independent Medical Examination certified
Molecular Fitness Nutritional Counseling certified
Bachelor of Science: Biology, Business Administration and Environmental Studies, Hamline University
Doctor of Chiropractic: Northwest Chiropractic College, St. Paul, MN
Testified numerous times in Court and Deposition MedX certified
Member American Chiropractic Association
Member Minnesota Chiropractic Association
When not studying biomechanics, Jim enjoys exercising his dogs--where he can be found analyzing even their movements!