Evidence based care

Dr. Plener utilizes the highest quality evidence as well as his clinical experience and shared decision making with patients in order to guide your treatment. This approach ensures you are receiving the best possible care.  In addition to using the latest research when recommending treatment approaches, Dr. Plener has contributed to the scientific literature in order to advance our current knowledge of different conditions and treatments.

Furthermore, Dr. Plener assists other chiropractors to practice evidence based care through his easy to read summaries of the latest research.

Patient centered care

Dr. Plener strives to provide a patient-centered approach for all his patients. He uses a biopsychosocial approach to help return patients to their meaningful functional goals through education, hands-on care, and rehabilitation exercises. By educating his patients, Dr. Plener ensures his patients understand their condition, what can help relieve their symptoms, and what needs to be done to ensure they can live their life to the fullest.

Some of Dr. Plener’s research consists of interviewing patients in order to understand how their condition impacts their everyday experiences. This work has provided valuable information in order to deliver a patient-centered treatment approach that addresses each individuals’ situation.