Education & Chiropractic Training

Dr. Haugen earned his Doctorate of Chiropractic from Northwestern Health Sciences University, graduating in 2009.

Since entering practice, he has continued developing his knowledge and skills in areas that can complement traditional chiropractic care.

His additional training and areas of focus include:

• ARPwave Neuro Therapy

• Nutrition

• Functional Medicine

• Pediatric Chiropractic Care

• Pregnancy-focused Chiropractic Care

• Joint and muscle injuries

• Musculoskeletal rehabilitation

This combination allows Dr. Haugen to look beyond simply where a patient feels pain and consider the broader factors that may influence movement, recovery and overall health.

Credentials

• #1 Best Selling Author​

• Doctorate in Chiropractic​

• Bachelor Of Science in Human Biology​

• Board Certified in Radiology​

• AA Degree​

• Certified Drug Screening Professional​

• Certified Screening Test Technician​

• Rising Sun Award​

• 5R Celluar Healing and Detox Specialist​

• Intestinal Hyperpermeability Certificate​

Areas of Clinical Focus

Joint & Muscle Injuries

Joint and muscle injuries are a major part of Dr. Haugen's practice.

Injuries can affect more than the area that initially hurts. Changes in movement, muscle function and joint mechanics can sometimes contribute to persistent symptoms or make it difficult to return to normal activity.

Care is individualized based on the patient's history, symptoms and examination findings.

Functional Medicine & Nutrition

Dr. Haugen also has specialized training in functional medicine and nutrition.

This area of interest reflects an important part of his philosophy: health is influenced by more than the musculoskeletal system alone.

Nutrition, lifestyle, sleep, stress, metabolism and other factors can all influence how the body functions and recovers.

Functional medicine and nutrition education may be incorporated when appropriate to help patients better understand factors that may be affecting their health.

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ARPwave Neuro Therapy

Big Stone Chiropractic offers ARPwave Neuro Therapy as one of the tools that may be incorporated into rehabilitation and injury recovery.

ARPwave can be particularly useful as part of a broader approach for appropriate patients dealing with certain muscle, joint and sports injuries.

Dr. Haugen's goal is not to rely on one treatment or technology for every patient. Instead, ARPwave is considered as one potential component of an individualized care plan.

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Pediatric & Pregnancy Chiropractic Care

Dr. Haugen has also pursued additional training and developed a focus in pediatric and pregnancy chiropractic care.

Children, expectant mothers and adults do not all require the same approach to chiropractic care.

Care is adapted to the individual's age, stage of life, health history and needs.

For pregnancy and pediatric care in particular, the goal is to use an appropriate, gentle approach while recognizing that each patient is different.

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A Patient-Centered Approach

Every Patient Has a Different Story

A diagnosis or symptom doesn't always tell the entire story.

Two people can have similar pain but very different reasons for developing it.

One person may have symptoms following an injury. Another may have developed problems gradually from repetitive work, prolonged sitting or changes in movement.

That's why Dr. Haugen emphasizes listening to the patient's history and evaluating how the body is functioning.

The goal is to understand the individual rather than simply treating a label.

The Goal Is Progress

Pain relief can be an important first step, but long-term improvement often involves more than making a painful area feel better temporarily.

Depending on the situation, care may focus on:

• Improving joint motion

• Supporting normal muscle function

• Improving movement patterns

• Recovering from an injury

• Returning to work or sports

• Reducing limitations in everyday activities

• Helping patients understand their condition

• Identifying factors that may be interfering with recovery

The appropriate approach depends on the individual patient and the cause of the problem.

Why Dr. Haugen Became a Chiropractor

One of the most rewarding parts of chiropractic practice is seeing someone go from struggling with an injury or painful condition to moving normally again.

Dr. Haugen loves watching people get better quickly.

That motivation continues to influence how he approaches patient care.

Rather than simply accepting pain or limited movement as something a person has to live with, the focus is on determining what may be contributing to the problem and finding an appropriate way forward.

Beyond the Office

Dr. Haugen is not just a chiropractor working in a clinic.

Big Stone Chiropractic is part of the rural communities surrounding Ortonville, Minnesota and Milbank, South Dakota, and Dr. Haugen believes that healthcare should understand the lives of the people it serves.

Patients may be farmers, business owners, parents, athletes, retirees, students or people working physically demanding jobs.

Those different lifestyles place different demands on the body.

A farmer spending long hours in a tractor has different physical challenges than a runner, a construction worker or someone who spends most of the day at a desk.

Understanding those differences is an important part of providing individualized care.

Health Education Is Part of Chiropractic Care

Dr. Haugen believes that patients benefit from understanding their own health.

That's why Big Stone Chiropractic provides educational resources about topics such as:

• Back pain

• Neck pain

• Joint injuries

• Muscle injuries

• Headaches

• Sports injuries

• ARPwave therapy

• Nutrition

• Inflammation

• Blood sugar

• Thyroid health

• Sleep and stress

• Other health topics

The purpose of these resources is not to replace individualized medical care, but to give patients useful information that can help them make informed decisions about their health.

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Serving Ortonville, MN & Milbank, SD

Dr. Haugen provides chiropractic care through Big Stone Chiropractic Health Center, serving patients from:

Ortonville, Minnesota

Milbank, South Dakota

and surrounding communities in western Minnesota and eastern South Dakota.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where did Dr. Chance Haugen go to chiropractic school?

Dr. Chance Haugen earned his Doctorate of Chiropractic from Northwestern Health Sciences University and graduated in 2009.

How long has Dr. Haugen been a chiropractor?

Dr. Haugen has more than 16 years of experience practicing chiropractic care.

What types of conditions does Dr. Haugen commonly work with?

His clinical focus includes joint and muscle injuries, back pain, neck pain, sports injuries and other musculoskeletal problems. He also has additional training in ARPwave, nutrition, functional medicine, pediatric chiropractic and pregnancy-focused chiropractic care.

Does Dr. Haugen work with children?

Yes. Dr. Haugen has additional training and a focus in pediatric chiropractic care.

Does Dr. Haugen work with pregnant women?

Yes. Pregnancy-focused chiropractic care is one of his areas of additional training and clinical focus.

Does Big Stone Chiropractic offer ARPwave?

Yes. ARPwave Neuro Therapy is available as one of the rehabilitation tools that may be incorporated into appropriate individualized treatment plans.

Does Dr. Haugen provide nutrition or functional medicine care?

Dr. Haugen has additional training in nutrition and functional medicine and provides health education and guidance within his scope of practice.

Where does Dr. Haugen practice?

Big Stone Chiropractic Health Center serves patients through offices in Ortonville, Minnesota and Milbank, South Dakota.

Ready to Get Started?

If pain, an injury or limited movement is interfering with work, exercise or everyday life, an evaluation can help determine what may be contributing to the problem and whether chiropractic care is appropriate.

Big Stone Chiropractic Health Center

Ortonville, MN & Milbank, SD

320-487-1010

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