STEVEN P. WEINIGER, DC, DIANM
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Distinguished chiropractor, educator, and author with over 40 years of experience in clinical practice, academic instruction, and posture research. Creator of the Strong Posture concepts and protocols, widely implemented in chiropractic education. Recognized expert in posture assessment and rehabilitation, with significant contributions to academic curriculum development and industry standards.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts, Cum Laude (Dual Biology/Psychology Majors)
Brooklyn College of City University of New York, 1976
Doctor of Chiropractic (DC)
New York Chiropractic College, 1979
Diplomate, International Academy of Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine (DIANM)
University of Bridgeport/Clinical Development International- Sydney, AU, 2020
LICENSURE & CERTIFICATIONS
- Licensed to Practice Chiropractic and Physiological Therapeutics in Georgia, New York, and Florida
- Advanced post-doctoral training in:
- Rehabilitation
- Orthopedics
- Neurology/Motor control
- Soft tissue therapeutics
- Aging well
CLINICAL PRACTICE
Private practice in Georgia (1980-2020)
Specialized in integrated approach combining:
- Chiropractic care
- Muscle therapy
- Posture rehabilitation exercise
ACADEMICS & APPOINTMENTS
- Post-graduate Educator for Clinical Posture Assessment, Therapy and Exercise & Clinical Posture Practice seminars
- Presented in most US states plus Canada, Europe, Australia, and other locations
- Affiliate Faculty, University of Western States (2010-Present)
- Adjunct Faculty, University of Bridgeport College of Chiropractic (2020-Present)
- Instructor, Northwestern Health Sciences University (2016-Present)
RESEARCH & BOOKS
Recent Research
- “Interoceptive Posture Awareness and Accuracy: A Novel Photographic Strategy Towards Making Posture Actionable” Weiniger & Schilaty, Frontiers of Neuroscience (2024)
Books
- Author: “Stand Taller Live Longer: An Anti-Aging Strategy” (2008)
- Contributing Author: “Posture Assessment” chapter in “Photographic Manual of Orthopedic and Neurological Tests, Cipriano” (2003, 2010)
- Author: “Posture Pictures: Assessment, Screening, Marketing & Forms” (2011)
MEDIA PUBLICATION & APPEARANCES
Regular contributor to mainstream and professional media outlets from podcasts to:
TV & Radio
NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX, ESPN, Global News and others on various health topics, including:
- Tips to Combat “Tech Neck” (CBS news)
- Smart practices for using smart phones (NBC)
- How old are you biologically? (FOX)
- How to combat folded sitting posture (AARP radio)
Print Media
Bottom Line Health, Prevention, Natural Health Magazine, Women’s Health, Real Simple, American Fitness, SHAPE, Family Circle and others on topics including:
- Low energy? Check your posture! (Women’s Health Magazine)
- Aging Well with Posture (Miami Sun Sentinel)
Professional Publications
Journal of the American Chiropractic Association, Australian Chiropractic Association journal, American Chiropractor, state and province journals and others including:
- An undervalued assessment: Posture, low-back pain, and risk of falls (Chiropractic Economics)
- Building the DC-MD Bridge (Dynamic Chiropractic)
PROFESSIONAL LEADERSHIP
Industry Contributions
- Managing Partner and Senior Editor, BodyZone, Inc.
- Oversee BodyZone.com, a national online public health information resource
- Director, ActivHealthCare (Georgia chiropractic IPO with 500+ member doctors)
- Insurance industry consultant on chiropractic practice and standards of care
Notable Speaking Engagements
- World Federation of Chiropractic Education Conference (2018)
- World Federation of Chiropractic (WFC) (2015)
- National Chiropractic Legislative Conference (NCLC) (2014)
- Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Dance (IAHPERD) (2010)
- National Chiropractic Legislative Conference (2006)
Society & Public Health
- White House Conference on Aging (WHCoA) – Appointed Delegate (2005)
- NCBTMB Approved Provider (2011-Present)
- Examiner for National Board of Chiropractic Examiners (NBCE) (2013)
- PostureMonth.org “May is Posture Month” campaign founder, promoting global public education to understand biomechanics and postural self-care (2015-present)
