At Palmer, you make your own luck
Former athletic trainer Qian Zhang shares his love of chiropractic and the global reach of research
“I’m a lucky guy — I just have to say that,” Qian Zhang, a student at Palmer College of Chiropractic in Florida, says with a smile. After talking with Qian for a few minutes,
however, it’s clear his “luck” has more to do with hard work, following a dream, and leaning into the support of faculty and peers at Palmer. Qian’s journey to Palmer has been anything
but ordinary. Born in China and moving to the United States for his education, Qian’s path has spanned continents, sports teams, and even space-related research, all fueled by a passion for healing and a love for research. His interest in chiropractic took hold during his time at Youngstown State University, where he worked as an athletic trainer. There, he saw firsthand the impact of chiropractic care. “The swim and dive athletes would always bounce back after seeing the team chiropractor, a Palmer grad. I kept seeing the results,” Qian
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recalls. “That’s when I started seriously thinking about it.”
Qian initially planned to begin his studies at
Palmer in 2019, but the pandemic delayed his start. Instead, he spent the interim working as a strength coach with the Chinese national basketball and hockey teams ahead of the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing. Now, as he approaches graduation, Qian is making the most of every moment on campus. He’s a full- time student, campus guide, researcher, writer, and a member of several clubs. When asked why he chose chiropractic, his
answer is as honest as it is passionate: “Simple. I love rack and crack. It’s fun. It helps people. It works. I get adjusted regularly. For me, it helps with sleep, stress, everything. Sharing that with people gives me so much energy.” But Qian’s love for chiropractic extends well beyond the adjustment table and into the realm
A Renaissance man Any visitor to Palmer Florida is likely to run into Qian. On any given day, he can be found attending classes, giving campus tours, conducting important research, and participating in multiple college clubs.
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