What Actually Works in 2026 As norovirus activity continues into 2026, many people are relying on hand sanitizer for protection. Unfortunately, this common habit offers far less protection than most realize. Despite…
Author: Dr. Don Aivalotis
About Dr. Donald L. Aivalotis, DC
Dr. Donald L. Aivalotis, DC, is a board-certified chiropractor, functional health practitioner, technology-driven problem solver, and founder of Adjustments Chiropractic & Wellness (est. 2002). With more than 23 years of clinical practice, he specializes in:
spinal mobility & extremity biomechanics
women’s hormone health
inflammation-driven conditions
athlete performance and recovery
functional nutrition
post-concussion management
Dr. Aivalotis holds a Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic and a BA in Pre-Medicine and the Conceptual Foundations of Medicine from the University of Pittsburgh .
A lifelong learner and member of American Mensa, he combines advanced analytical thinking with real-world clinical insight, enabling him to simplify complex medical topics and deliver practical, patient-centered solutions.
He is the creator of JustSimplyWell.com, NewSwimmer.com, and AdjustmentsChiropractic.com, where he blends clinical expertise with modern SEO, digital media, and innovative patient-education tools.
Throughout his career he has:
served as a Senior Associate Chiropractor, EHR Project Manager, Technique Instructor, and Adjunct Professor
taught thousands of patients and clinicians
collaborated across interdisciplinary healthcare teams
developed software interfaces for chiropractic documentation
led clinics through compliance, coding, and best-practice modernization
worked with athletes ranging from youth competitors to professionals
Dr. Aivalotis is known for combining deep medical knowledge with creativity, technical competency, and neurodivergent giftedness — allowing him to see patterns others miss and develop innovative solutions to complex health problems.
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