Dr. Brett A. Winchester, D.C., ART, CCRD(c)
Doctor of Chiropractic
Active Release Technique Provider
Certified Chiropractic Rehabilitation Diplomate (candidate)

In addition to treating patients at Winchester-Hilgefort Spine & Joint Center, Dr. Winchester teaches rehabilitation at Logan College of Chiropractic, serves as an instructor for the Motion Palpation Institute (hosting seminars for students and doctors regarding the benefits of evidence-based care), teaches advanced core stability classes at Ultimate Fitness Plus in Troy, and works with Dr. Hilgefort to train middle and high school athletes.

  
Academically, Dr. Winchester is pursuing his rehabilitation diplomate through Southern California University Health Sciences. As part of the rehab program, Dr. Winchester recently traveled to Prague to study under Dr. Karel Lewit, recognized as the “father of manual therapy.” His roles as doctor, researcher and educator keeps Dr. Winchester at the forefront of medical studies and innovative health care programs. For his patients, these activities translate into quality, efficient care and long-lasting results.

In his free time, Dr. Winchester enjoys spending time with his family and wife Cheri Thornhill Winchester, a longtime resident of Lincoln County; reading; working out; and cheering on his Mizzou Tigers, Rams and Cardinals.

Techniques Employed:
• Spinal & Extremity Adjustment Techniques from the Motion Palpation Institute (MPI)
• Active Release Technique (ART) Myofascial Release
• Gait Analysis
• Rehabilitative Exercise Protocols
• Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Treatment Protocols

Dr. Matthew T. Hilgefort, D.C., CCSP, ART, CSCS
Doctor of Chiropractic
Board Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician
Active Release Technique Provider
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist

Prior to his arrival at Winchester-Hilgefort Spine & Joint Center, Dr. Hilgefort practiced in the mountains of Vail, Colorado. While in Colorado, Dr. Hilgefort treated numerous athletes, including members of the U.S. Disabled Ski Team, U.S. Olympic Snowboard Team, professional snowboarders and freestyle skiers, World Cup downhill skiers, World Cup mountain bike racers, former NHL players, tri-athletes, eco-challenge adventure racers, ultra-marathon runners and various amateur athletes and weekend warriors.

 
As a former collegiate All-American athlete and certified strength and conditioning specialist, Dr. Hilgefort dedicates his free time to serving as the team chiropractor for the Troy Buchanan High School football, basketball, track & field, volleyball, and girl’s soccer teams. Furthermore, Dr. Hilgefort teaches the “Building the Perfect Athlete” class at Ultimate Fitness Plus in Troy, and conducts research to improve athletic performance. For his patients, Dr. Hilgefort's knowledge of body mechanics and athletic training helps patients maximize performance while reducing risk of injury.

Away from work, Dr. Hilgefort enjoys spending time with his wife Erica, who works as a speech pathologist for Lincoln Elementary School in Troy; hiking their dog, Wylie; biking; snowboarding; reading; and visiting family in Indiana.

Techniques Employed:
• Spinal & Extremity Adjustment Techniques from the Motion Palpation Institute (MPI)
• Active Release Technique (ART) Myofascial Release
• Gait Analysis
• Rehabilitative Exercise Protocols