Our Team
Dr. Sadie Knickrehm
Dr. Sadie is a Northwestern Health Sciences University graduate. Her individualized approach to care recognizes that each person is unique and that a one-size fits all model isn’t the answer. With this in mind, attention is given to tailor treatment to fit each patient’s needs and improve overall health outcomes. Dr. Sadie’s treatment methods integrate concepts and techniques she has developed through countless hours of classroom and hands-on training, seminars, workshops as well as from mentors in the field. Trained in acupuncture and dry needle technique, Sadie often blends her chiropractic care with these modalities. She employs diversified chiropractic techniques as well as aspects of applied kinesiology, soft tissue mobilization, gait analysis, activator adjusting, and clinical nutrition to restore proper function of the body’s nervous system. Dr. Sadie is insightful, highly motivated, and creative with her approach to health care and chiropractic treatment. She prides herself in establishing meaningful working relationships, and is both personally and professionally committed to providing compassionate care for all of her patients. Dr. Sadie has a natural talent to both motivate and coach her patients toward rehabilitation and recovery from acute and chronic pain complaints or injury. She also provides education on the practice of healthy living, stress management and injury prevention. She is an avid pickleball player, enjoys running and mountain biking and appreciates a good strength training workout. Her free time is best spent exploring hiking trails with her two dogs, teaching anatomy at a local massage school and staying connected with friends and family.
Education
Doctor of Chiropractic: Northwestern Health Sciences University
Master of Science: Sports Studies, Bemidji State University
Bachelor of Science: Education, Minnesota State University, Mankato
Professional Certifications & Associations
Licensed Doctor of Chiropractic: MN Board of Chiropractic Examiners
Part I, II, III, IV Certificate of Attainment: National Board of Chiropractic Examiners
Physiotherapy Certificate of Attainment: National Board of Chiropractic Examiners
Dry Needle Technique DNX2
Graston Technique
Fascial Movement Taping – RockTape Certification
Other Experience:
Personal training
Teaching: health and physical education, anatomy
Coaching: cross country, track & field
Dr. Karlene Manitowich
Dr. Karlene is a graduate of Northwestern Health Sciences University. She grew up in Canada playing sports which is one reason she was drawn to chiropractic care. She utilized chiropractic care during her playing years and worked in a chiropractic clinic prior to attending graduate school. Karlene is a dedicated practitioner and is passionate about helping clients get out of pain, return to the activities they enjoy and achieve their overall health goals. She has thorough knowledge of anatomy and biomechanics and is trained in rehab therapies that she implements into her treatment plans.
As a natural teacher, Karlene is able to help educate her clients about exercise, proper body mechanics and lifestyle modifications that can help people recover from acute or chronic injuries. She prides herself on staying on top of research related to her field and continually enhances her skill sets by taking advanced coursework and continuing education courses. She has additional post graduate training and is certified in Dry Needling. Dr. Karlene puts in extra effort to make sure her clients questions are answered and builds a personal connection with each individual she works with.
Outside of work, her other interests include: playing ice hockey, weight training, spending time with family and friends. Dr. Karlene is continually pursuing education related to sport rehabilitation, injury prevention and therapeutic exercise.
Education
Bachelor of Science: University of Manitoba
Doctor of Chiropractic: Northwestern Health Sciences University
Part I, II, III, IV Certificate of Attainment: National Board of Chiropractic Examiners
Physiotherapy Certificate of Attainment: National Board of Chiropractic Examiners
Dry Needle Certification
Alexandria Davis, MT
A graduate of CenterPoint Massage & Shiatsu School & Clinic, Alexandria earned an AAS degree in Eastern & Western Bodywork. Her training includes Swedish and Therapeutic massage, Trigger Point Therapy, two styles of Shiatsu (Namikoshi & Shiatsu Anma), and Reflexology. Alexandria left a career in the corporate real estate world to pursue her dream job in massage & bodywork therapies. As a natural caretaker and gifted massage therapist, Alexandria and her “earth” personality are happiest when helping others.
With a passion for learning, Alexandria dedicates time each week to further research massage and bodywork modalities including Thai Yoga Massage, myofascial release, Craniosacral technique, cupping and Traditional Chinese Medicine.
In her free time, Alexandria enjoys spending time with her daughter, improving her piano skills, practicing yoga and studying Finnish . She also tries to find time to discover new audiobooks, craft, bake and work in her garden.
Education
CenterPoint Massage and Shiatsu Therapy School
Our Team
Kathy
Our in-house Do-Terra essential oil specialist. Kathy brings her excitement and passion for holistic living with her to work each day. She has extensive knowledge on the benefits of essential oils and uses them daily both at home and at work.
You can find Kathy at the front desk. Bring your questions. She is always eager to talk oils.
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Renae
This smiling face can be found at the front desk. Renae’s patience and presence is easily felt the moment someone walks into the clinic.
Arbor & Archie
Two of the fur children. Our clinic is full of dog lovers. We appreciate the large sunny front window to watch the dog walkers in the Kingfield neighborhood parade by.