About Dr. Peterson

A lifelong athlete, Dr. Peterson first discovered chiropractic after suffering a lower back injury in high school. For several years he struggled with persistent back pain that affected both his performance and daily life. While playing rugby in graduate school, he met a chiropractor who ultimately changed the course of his life. After a series of treatments, his chronic lower back pain resolved completely.

Over the next two years, Dr. Peterson continued receiving chiropractic care for various rugby-related injuries and was consistently impressed by how effectively his body healed and recovered. Inspired by these results, he decided to pursue a career in chiropractic so he could help others experience the same relief and restoration.

After graduating from chiropractic school, Dr. Peterson returned to Massachusetts, where he practiced for four years before relocating to Durham in 2001. Since then, he has been proudly serving patients throughout the Research Triangle area, helping individuals and families move better, feel better, and live healthier lives.

In addition to caring for patients, Dr. Peterson coached the Duke University Women’s Rugby Club for six years. He lives in Durham with his wife, Fern, and their son, Olin.

Education & Advanced Training

Dr. Peterson earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from the National College of Chiropractic (now National University of Health Sciences). He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Physical Education from SUNY College at Cortland and completed graduate studies at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, where he focused on biomechanics, ergonomics, and exercise physiology.

Before pursuing chiropractic, Dr. Peterson worked as an ergonomic consultant and exercise specialist. This background gives him a strong foundation in movement analysis, workplace injury prevention, and rehabilitation — allowing him to better understand the mechanical stresses that contribute to pain and injury.

Committed to providing the highest level of care, Dr. Peterson regularly completes continuing education to stay current with the latest research and treatment techniques. His post-graduate training includes advanced coursework in sports injuries, occupational health, extremity adjusting, Graston Technique, orthopedics, radiology, physical rehabilitation, acupuncture, dry needling, whiplash injuries, TRX suspension training, and Applied Kinesiology.

Certifications

Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician (CCSP)

Graston Technique Specialist (GTS)

Certified Kinesiotaping Practitioner (CKTP)

Dry Needling Certified

Fellow, Acupuncture Society of America (FASA)

RockTape Certified

Functional and Kinetic Treatment with Rehabilitation Certified (FAKTR)

Cox Flexion Distraction Technique Certified