Joe Ferguson MS, DC, DACRB, CCSP

Joe Ferguson MS, DC, DACRB, CCSP Dr. Ferguson is a licensed Doctor of Chiropractic, a rehabilitation specialist, and Certified Chiropractic Sports Practitioner.

He has been a Certified McGill Practitioner since 2019.

Congratulations to Professor Stuart McGill for receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award from the International Society f...
05/20/2026

Congratulations to Professor Stuart McGill for receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award from the International Society for the Study of the Lumbar Spine (ISSLA)!

Dr. McGill’s work has improved the lives of countless people around the world. It is the cornerstone of evidence-based low back rehabilitation. In his books and courses, he has defined the highest level of clinical practice.

No one deserves this more!

Great new podcast from Professor McGill and Chris Duffin!If you think that Professor McGill is the “never flex your back...
05/04/2026

Great new podcast from Professor McGill and Chris Duffin!

If you think that Professor McGill is the “never flex your back guy,” you need to watch this. The McGill Method involves an exhaustive assessment of your back pain and a unique, specific prescription to put you on the path to recovery. There is nothing generic in this approach!

You can watch the entire video here: https://youtu.be/Oh3-kUVduvA?si=j16d5URHvk7GyRzj

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to me at my website (www.joefergusondc.com) or by email [email protected].

Contact me today to set up an appointment to get started!


Honored to be part of this amazing event!
02/27/2026

Honored to be part of this amazing event!

Interesting interview with Dr. Euan Ashley on the health benefits of exercise. “Its benefits in prevention outstrip any...
02/24/2026

Interesting interview with Dr. Euan Ashley on the health benefits of exercise. “Its benefits in prevention outstrip any known drugs: 50% reduction in the risk of cardiovascular disease, 50% reduction in the risk of many cancers, positive effects on mental health, pulmonary health, GI health, bone health, muscle function.”

If you are someone struggling with back pain, regular exercise can be challenging but far from impossible. If properly designed, your recovery program can provide health benefits and not just pain relief. The McGill Method is the best approach to achieving both goals.

To get started on your path to health and recovery, reach out to me through my website (www.joefergusondc.com—link in bio) or through www.backfitpro.com.

The full interview can be watched here: https://youtu.be/0RjuKZk_2FU?si=k1oce9fFw5LChQLD

Just published! This is a great new clinical resource published this year. Dr. McGill’s Low Back Disorders, 4th editio...
02/18/2026

Just published! This is a great new clinical resource published this year. Dr. McGill’s Low Back Disorders, 4th edition, is an invaluable resource to clinicians working with back-pained patients. In addition to the updated text, there are valuable online resources such as video and many patient resources.

I am already applying these insights to care and sharing the resources with my patients.

As you can see in the pics, I also use anatomical models from Dynamic Disc Designs and other visual aids with my patients.

If you’re a patient, seek care with a clinician who is up-to-date on the most effective methods of spinal care and rehabilitation. If you have questions or would like to set up an appointment, contact me through my website (link in bio).

Chatbots aren’t doctors. No one knows you better than a licensed, experienced healthcare provider who has spent time wi...
02/12/2026

Chatbots aren’t doctors. No one knows you better than a licensed, experienced healthcare provider who has spent time with you, getting to know you through history, examination, and records review.

Appropriate patient care is not the aggregate of countless webpages. Your unique situation needs to be carefully evaluated, and those results cannot be entered into a simplified template to derive a care plan that will meet your needs.

For the best outcome, work with someone who has the background and experience you need to get better.

Reach out to me when you are ready to begin the process of recovering from back pain and injury. (Link in bio)

Article source: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/09/well/chatgpt-health-advice.html

I see this problem frequently. The solution is achieved by employing muscle rehabilitation AND neurodynamics.This is a ...
02/10/2026

I see this problem frequently. The solution is achieved by employing muscle rehabilitation AND neurodynamics.

This is a great post from and it’s amazing innovator Michael Shacklock who I had the privilege to meet and study under last year.

If this is something you are struggling with, reach out to me to set up an appointment (link in bio).

Great article in the NY Times! One of the biggest problems I see with patients is utilizing bodybuilding programs to ch...
02/05/2026

Great article in the NY Times! One of the biggest problems I see with patients is utilizing bodybuilding programs to chase rehabilitation goals. The focus of rehabilitation is regaining and improving strength and movement. When you have a history of back injuries or problems, this requires a specific, targeted approach. There’s no better way to do this than to start with a McGill Method Assessment.

Let me know when you’re ready to get started! (link in bio)

Read the article here:
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/01/24/well/move/muscle-strength-versus-mass.html

Starting an exercise program can begin at any age and positively impact health and improve physical capacity in our late...
01/29/2026

Starting an exercise program can begin at any age and positively impact health and improve physical capacity in our later years. As the infographic shows, the sooner you begin the better.

If you’re starting the new year with physical limitations due to chronic pain, resolve to do something about it as soon as possible. Start with a McGill Method Assessment.

If you have questions or want to schedule an appointment, reach out to me at the link in my bio.

Here’s a link to the review: Graeme Carrick-Ranson, Erin J. Howden, Benjamin D. Levine. 2022. Exercise in Octogenarians: How Much Is Too Little?. Annual Review Medicine. 73:377-391.

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