Dr. Bradley M. Shepherd, DC, Chiropractor
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Dr. Bradley M. Shepherd, DC

Chiropractor | Nutrition

205 Boutz Rd Bldg #4 Las Cruces NM, 88005

About

Dr. Bradley Shepherd is a Chiropractor and a certified functional medicine practitioner, practicing in Las Cruces, NM. Dr. Shepherd specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating conditions associated with the neuromusculoskeletal system, while improving each patients functionality and quality of life. Conditions treated include sciatica, neck pain, and arthritis pain, among many others.  He specializes in nutrition and functional medicine, with an emphisis on digestive problems.  He offers meridian therapy. Dr. Shepherd seeks to reduce pain and discomfort through manipulation and adjustment of the spine.  He strives to improve the quality of life with each patient, whether through chiropractic treatment, or functional medicine.

Education and Training

Logan University DC 2008

Provider Details

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Dr. Bradley M. Shepherd, DC
Dr. Bradley M. Shepherd, DC's Expert Contributions
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  • 5 Tips for a Healthy Heart

    Happy Heart Health Month! Yes, it is February, and, among other things, it is National Heart Health Month. Today, I want to share five tips that will help you improve and maintain a good healthy heart.The first thing you want to do, of course, is making sure that you're getting to see your primary...

  • Food as Medicine?

    Before modern medicine, humans have had to rely on nature to stay healthy and treat disease.  We have had to eat foods that benefit us, and avoid foods that hurt us.  It has been increasingly difficult to do this in our modern, fast-food, convenience-food world.  We have an abundant supply of...

  • Headaches

    There are many causes of headaches. Some are stress-related, others may be due to allergies. They may be vascular in nature, or due to organ dysfunction. Dehydration could also be the cause. To make things even more confusing, it could be a combination of these or something different altogether....

  • What Is Detox?

    What is detox? Is it necessary? Is it a good idea? What is the goal? Is it a scam? Does it work? All of these questions are legitimate and should be asked. I have seen many “detox” products that make claims that sound too good to be true. And most of the time, that is the case. So, how do we...

  • Immune System

    Your immune system is complicated, it involves your genetics, blood, internal organs, trace minerals, major minerals, vitamins, chemistry, and more. Can you boost your immune system? Unfortunately, there is not a magic pill that can boost your immune system. There is not a supplement that you can...

  • Can a chiropractor help sternum pain?

    That depends on the cause of the pain. A chiropractor should take a detailed history and perform a thorough examination to identify the cause of the pain before making treatment recommendations. READ MORE

  • Can chiropractors help fatigue?

    A chiropractor who will take a detailed history and perform a thorough examination to uncover the cause of the fatigue may be able to help you or make an appropriate referral. Some things that a chiropractor may consider would be diet, lifestyle, habits, and things like that. READ MORE

  • Can playing too many sports cause rheumatic diseases?

    Rheumatic diseases are typically auto-immune, meaning the body is attacking itself (and there are lots of rheumatic diseases). It has nothing to do with sports. HOWEVER, if your son is having wrist pain you should seek help from a practitioner that will take a detailed history and perform a thorough examination. This will allow the health care professional to make a proper diagnosis and recommend appropriate treatment. READ MORE

  • What is the difference between a herniated disc and a bulging disc?

    Think of jelly-filled donuts. If you squish the top of the donut, it will bulg out a bit. This is a disc bulge. If you squish it a bit more, part of the insides may come out. This is a herniation. This is a simplified analogy, but hopefully you get the gist of it. READ MORE

  • How can a chiropractor help a herniated disc?

    As with any medical procedure or treatment there are no guarantees. Having said that, chiropractic treatment has a high success rate and a relatively low cost, compared with standard medical treatment. READ MORE

  • How long does it take for a herniated disc to reabsorb?

    A long time, depending on many factors. READ MORE

  • Can a misaligned spine cause digestive problems?

    The simple answer is... maybe. If you have a digestive problem, there could be many other factors involved. Seek a health care professional who will take a detailed history and perform a thorough examination in order to uncover the underlying issues. READ MORE

  • How do you treat a misaligned spine?

    That depends on what you mean by a misaligned spine. Regardless, you need to find a qualified health care professional that will take a detailed history and perform a thorough examination before treating. READ MORE

  • Can stretching alleviate your spinal pain?

    Depending in what is causing your spinal pain, yes. If it is because of tight muscles, then yes, If there are other problems causing pain in your spine, like cancer, then stretching may or may not alleviate it. If you are having spine pain, please seek a qualified health care professional who will take a detailed history and perform a thorough examination before treating. A chiropractor is a good place to start. READ MORE

  • What will a chiropractor do for back pain?

    A good chiropractor will take a detailed history and perform a thorough examination to uncover the underlying problem to your back pain, make a proper diagnosis, and recommend appropriate treatment options. READ MORE

  • What is the best treatment for back pain?

    That depends on the cause of the back pain. Pain is the body's signal that something is wrong. You should take her to a qualified health care professional who will take a detailed history and perform a thorough examination before treating. A chiropractor is a good place to start. READ MORE

  • Should I see a chiropractor for back pain?

    Chiropractors have a high success rate and relatively low cost compared to standard medical treatment. You should seek a qualified health care professional who will take a detailed history and perform a thorough examination before treating. A chiropractor is a good place to start. READ MORE

  • Should I exercise with lower back pain?

    That depends on the cause of your low back pain. You should seek help from a qualified health care professional who will take a detailed history and perform a thorough examination before treating. A chiropractor is a good place to start. READ MORE

  • What is making my spine hurt so badly?

    That is a good question. You need to seek help from a qualified health care professional who will take a detailed history and perform a thorough examination, make a proper diagnosis, and recommend appropriate treatment. A chiropractor is a good place to start. READ MORE

  • What age should a child see a chiropractor?

    Chiropractors treat patients of all ages. Most will vary their techniques based on the individual. You should see a chiropractor who will take a detailed history and perform a thorough examination before treating. READ MORE

  • Is chiropractic care good for kids?

    Of course it is! In fact, there is about a 90% satisfaction rate from the parents. READ MORE

  • Can you become addicted to chiropractic cracks?

    Most people know that they feel much better when the receive chiropractic treatment on a regular basis. I find that many patients can tell if they go too long or miss a regular treatment. I wouldn't call this an addiction, I'd call it a healthy lifestyle choice--much like going to the dentist for regular checkups. READ MORE

  • How long does a chiropractic adjustment take to work for scoliosis?

    One chiropractic adjustment will not do much for a scoliosis. It may take many months of treatment, if it is treatable. There are many factors involved that determine if it's treatable, how long it will take, etc. Regardless, I recommend lifetime chiropractic treatment for scoliosis cases due to the stresses that it puts on the spine. Find a chiropractor who will take a detailed history and perform a thorough examination before treating. READ MORE

  • Does scoliosis make you walk weird?

    Depending on the type and severity of scoliosis, it may alter your gait. READ MORE

  • Can a chiropractor help babies sleep?

    Maybe. It depends on the reasons that your child is not sleeping. There are many factors involved. You should find a qualified health care professional who will take a detailed history and perform a thorough examination before treating. A chiropractor is a good place to start. If the chiropractors cannot help, they should make an appropriate referral. READ MORE

Areas of expertise and specialization

Wellness, healthy lifestyle, nutrition, meridian therapy, musculoskeletal complaints, headaches, weight lossFunctional MedicineDigestive complaints

Professional Memberships

  • INFH  

Hobbies / Sports

  • Lead guitarist in 90s Alternative Rock band

Dr. Bradley M. Shepherd, DC's Practice location

Simply Chiropractic LLC

205 Boutz Rd Bldg #4 -
Las Cruces, NM 88005
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