Dr. Roussel also holds a Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT) degree from LSU Medical Center bringing a unique dual perspective to patient care — blending advanced rehabilitation strategies with corrective spinal treatment.
Dr. Roussel is board-certified by the International Academy of Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine (IANM) in Orthopedics and Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine, reflecting advanced training in the evaluation, diagnosis, and conservative management of complex musculoskeletal and neuromusculoskeletal conditions. This expertise allows him to look beyond symptoms alone and develop a more comprehensive understanding of how the spine, joints, muscles, nerves, and movement patterns interact. For his patients, this means a more precise clinical assessment, individualized treatment strategies, and a greater emphasis on identifying the underlying factors contributing to pain and dysfunction—ultimately helping improve function, accelerate recovery, and achieve more meaningful, lasting clinical outcomes.
With over a decade of clinical experience, Dr. Roussel has helped thousands of patients recover from chronic pain, disc injuries, and spinal degeneration through modern, evidence-based chiropractic and decompression therapies. His passion lies in helping people regain mobility, avoid unnecessary surgery, and restore their quality of life through safe, natural, and effective care. Dr. Roussel is trained and certified in all therapeutic modalities utilized at Riverbend Family Chiropractic.
Formal Education
- Doctorate in Chiropractic, Life University (graduated Cum Laude) with an Orthopedics and Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine Residency, University of Bridgeport
- Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy, LSU Health Sciences Center – New Orleans
- • Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology (Human Movement Science), Louisiana State University
Clinical Certifications & Specializations
- Advanced Certification in Whiplash and Brain Injury Traumatology, Spine Research Institute of San Diego
- Whiplash and Brain Injury Traumatology Doctor, Spine Research Institute of San Diego
- Functional Nutrition (CCN), Coursework led by Dr. Howard Benedikt, President of the Chiropractic Board of Clinical Nutrition
- Corrective Exercise Specialist (CES), National Academy of Sports Medicine
- Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA) Practitioner, certified by Functional Movement Systems
- Dry Needling Certification, authorized by the Louisiana State Board of Chiropractic Examiners
- Certified Extremity Practitioner (CCEP), by the Council on Extremity Adjusting
- Certified Kinesio Taping® Practitioner (CKTP), Kinesio Taping® Association International
- Certified Active Release Technique® Provider, Active Release Techniques® (Full Body Level 2 & Nerve)
- Certified Graston Technique Provider (M2), Graston Techniques
- Board-Certified in Orthopedics and Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine by the International Academy of Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine
Additional Training
Dr. Roussel has also completed specialized training in personal injury care, including topics such as:
- Clinical instability and translational injury
- Concussion/traumatic brain injury
- Spine and extremity imaging
- Whiplash/CAD injury
- Personal injury documentation and durable medical equipment (DME)
This training was completed at the Spine Research Institute of San Diego, studying under Arthur C. Croft, PhD, DC, MSc, MPH, FACO.
Professional Memberships
- Member of the International Academy of Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine (IANM)
- Member of the American Chiropractic Rehabilitation Board (ACRB)
