Dr. Adam Duress joined the River of Life Team in September 2019. He earned his doctorate from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa. While at Palmer, Dr. Duress served as an intern in the Rehabilitation Department and as a tutor in diagnostic imaging and neurophysiology, participated in a variety of intramural sports, and graduated valedictorian. Dr. Duress loves working with people of all ages and backgrounds. He is passionate about empowering his patients to take control of their health via holistic chiropractic care. He is trained in several adjusting techniques and is also one of the few doctors in the area certified in Active Release Technique (A.R.T.). Dr. Duress is also very comfortable discussing clinical nutrition with his patients. Originally from Ohio, Dr. Duress is the middle son of the family , with whom he is very close. He is an avid runner - one of the first things he did upon arriving in town was to join the Traverse City Track Club. He has also since takes up cross country skiing and cycling. His other interests include reading, golfing, cooking, singing and playing guitar, and occasional trips to local breweries. Dr. Duress is happy to be in Traverse City and cannot wait to partner with patients to improve their health and wellness