INTRODUCING VINCE KALKOWSKI DC

In this compelling episode of the Chiro Hustle Podcast, host James Chester welcomes Dr. Vince Kalkowski, a Wyoming-based chiropractor whose path to chiropractic began with a life-changing injury at age 13. From a devastating dirt bike crash to discovering chiropractic care through a renegade physical therapist, Dr. Kalkowski shares how he found his true calling.

The episode covers everything from childhood trauma and healing to elite-level rugby and deep reflections on the profession’s future. This conversation isn’t just about chiropractic; it’s about personal freedom, resilience, and the urgent need for clarity in healthcare choices.

HIGHLIGHTS

• The crash that changed everything: Vince suffered two thoracic compression fractures at age 13 that led to chronic pain and unexplained autonomic symptoms.
• “That was it”: One spinal adjustment from a maverick PT changed his life forever; no drugs, no shots.
• From healing to purpose: The powerful experience of chiropractic care inspired Vince to become a chiropractor himself.
• Palmer Rugby & scholarship: How rugby opened doors to one of the top chiropractic schools and a new chapter of excellence.
• Serving the rodeo circuit: Adjusting Wyoming’s toughest cowboys as part of the PRCA Wrangler sports chiropractic program.
• Challenging modern trends: Vince questions the rise of cookie-cutter care and emphasizes the need for proper exams, imaging, and philosophy.
• Miracle bear story: A life-or-death wilderness encounter proves Dr. Vince walks the talk, and lives to tell the tale.

ABOUT DR. VINCE KALKOWSKI DC

A dedicated Doctor of Chiropractic practicing in Cody, Wyoming. A Palmer College graduate and lifelong advocate of natural healing, he brings athletic discipline, personal experience, and a deep respect for the Wyoming way of life to his practice.

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DIVING INTO THE EPISODE

A Life-Altering Injury and an Unexpected Healer

At just 13, Vince’s dirt bike accident nearly robbed him of his youth. What followed was years of pain, misdiagnoses, and ineffective treatments. But a single thoracic adjustment from a physical therapist practicing outside the lines cracked open a new reality. Vince says he knew instantly that something had finally worked. That realization sparked a lifelong mission to pursue chiropractic and help others find true healing.

From the Rugby Field to Palmer College

Athletic, determined, and full of questions, Vince excelled in rugby at the University of Wyoming. A phone call with Palmer’s athletic director led him to a scholarship and a chance to compete at an even higher level, while diving headfirst into chiropractic education. He credits Palmer, and particularly Dr. Virgil Strang, for instilling a strong foundation in chiropractic science, philosophy, and clinical discipline.

Chiropractic in the Real World

After graduation, Dr. Vince served both traditional patients and high-performing athletes on the PRCA rodeo circuit. His approach was hands-on, no-fluff, and rooted in real patient outcomes. The biggest challenge? Patients coming from big cities are confused by soft-touch, generic care models. Dr. Vince emphasizes the importance of doing thorough exams, taking X-rays, and providing adjustments that deliver real results. His concern is clear: Are we losing sight of what actually works?

The Fight for Freedom and Better Healthcare

More than just a critique of the current state of chiropractic, Dr. Vince champions a bigger idea—medical freedom. When patients are given honest choices, education, and access to real care, lives change. His story is living proof. As James puts it, “They don’t cut it out, drug it out, or burn it out. Chiropractors just adjust you.”

CLOSING THOUGHT

Dr. Vince’s story isn’t just about his recovery, rugby career, or rodeo adventures. It’s a call to preserve something real and powerful in healthcare: hands-on care, open conversation, and freedom to choose. The future of chiropractic, and maybe healthcare at large, depends on it.

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