Mission:

Dr. Fragoso’s mission is to help patients attain their health potential through chiropractic care. He strives to provide the most effective and natural forms of therapy, with a focus on identifying and correcting the root causes of health problems. 

Education:

• Bachelors of Science Degree in Biological Sciences/Chemistry from California State University of Chico
• Biological Honors Society (Omicron Theta Epsilon) California State University of Chico
• Doctorate of Chiropractic from Palmer College of Chiropractic West
• SACA sports Council and Associated Student Government Palmer College of Chiropractic West
• Received the sole award for clinical excellence at the Benton Outpatient Clinic
• Graduate of the Whiplash and Brain Injury Traumatology program from Spine Research Institute of San Diego

Specialty Education:

Dr. Fragoso is a certified provider of Active Release Techniques ® (ART).  Dr. Fragoso was first introduced to ART following a shoulder injury, which he suffered while lifting weights.  After having his shoulder examined by a physical therapist it was concluded that he had strained his supraspinatus muscle, a rotator cuff muscle that helps to stabilize the shoulder joint.  After a year and a half of limited range of motion and pain with specific shoulder movements, he had his shoulder examined once again, this time by an ART practitioner.  Within 2 weeks of treatment, his range of motion was restored and he was once again able to workout with weights.  It was at this time that Dr. Fragoso decided to learn more about ART and eventually became a provider himself.

Team Affiiation:

• Team Doctor Fleet Feet Marathon and Half Marathon training groups
• Official sponsor and ART doctor for Chico Women's Triathlon group  

Certifications:

• Board certified-National Board of Chiropractic Examiners
• Physiotherapy Board certified-National Board of Chiropractic Examiners
• Full Body certified- Active Release Techniques ®
• Biomechanics certified- Active Release Techniques ®
• Long Tract Nerve- Active Release Techniques  
• Certified Kinesiotaping ® Practitioner
• CPR- Basic Life Support Certified

Sports and Interests:

Dr. Fragoso continues to participate in sports such as olympic & power lifting, grappling, and functional conditioning.  He currently trains at Norcal Strength & Conditioning in Chico, CA where he engages in high intensity workouts, olympic lifting, and core stability training.  In 2007, Dr. Fragoso won the men’s open division at the inaugural TSC (Tactical Strength Challenge) in Chico, CA.  In 2008 he won the 2nd annual Tactical Strength Challenge in Chico, CA and was the unofficial, international champion in the men's open division.  Dr. Fragoso has also competed in the Crossfit Games, placing 27th at the world championships in 2008 and in 2009, he competed in the crossfit affiliate challenge where his team placed 3rd overall at the world championships.