Faculty180 - Vita and Individual Profile Data Sheet

Joseph Horrigan, DC, DACBSP

Fall 1980 - Fall 2120

Associate Professor I

[email protected]

Current Position

Position: Executive Director, Human Performance Optimization

Biography

Joseph Horrigan, DC, DACBSP has spent a career in multi-disciplinary practices with sports medicine and sports performance. 

Dr. Horrigan was a partner at DISC Sports and Spine for 11 years and was the only DC amongst spine and orthopedic surgeons, as well as pain management and physical medicine and rehab.  Other interdisciplinary experience includes a fledgling spine program at Century City Hospital, and work with the West Coast Center for Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine.  Dr. Horrigan’s private practice, the Soft Tissue Center, was affiliated with the above groups.  This collective experience and education allowed him the opportunity to work with the USA Weightlifting Sports Medicine Committee for 8 years, consult for USA Track and Field in their Elite Hurdle Development Program, and to be the Director of the DISC USOC Sports Medicine Official Provider Program for the 2012 Olympic cycle, and staff doctor for the  Red Bull High Performance Program from 2011 – 2016.   Dr. Horrigan also served as the Head Strength and Conditioning Coach for the Los Angeles Kings from 1999 – 2002. 

Dr. Horrigan has been published in Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, Indian Journal of Neurology, and has made presentations at the ACSM Conference, ACBSP Chiropractic Sports Science Symposia, American Orthopedic Society of Sports Medicine, Sixth World International Olympic Committee Congress on Sports Science, ACC RAC, and the International Association of Chiefs of Police.  Lay publications include the monthly Sports Medicine Column for IronMan Magazine from 1989 – 1999 and 2004 – 2014, and a contributing blog to The Huffington Post from 2012 – 2017. 

Dr. Horrigan has taught in chiropractic sports medicine since 1994 and has taught third-year chiropractic students in neuromusculoskeletal differential diagnosis since 2005.   He is also contributing to the re-development of the curriculum. 

The current project and effort is the development and expansion of the SCU Tactical Sports Medicine and Tactical Strength and Conditioning Program.  A pilot study is underway with the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department Academy to evaluate predictors of injury in the recruits.   The SCU Tactical Department is truly integrated, patient-centered care.

Dr. Horrigan continues to consult for the film industry in both sports medicine and sports performance.  The most notable films include The Matrix, The Hunger Games, Seabiscuit, The Hateful 8, The Skeleton Key, Charlie’s Angels II, Sicario, Reptile, and Django Unchained.

Degrees

1988

D.C., Chiropractic Sports Medicine, Southern California University of Health Sciences, Whittier, California, United States

Professional Licensures (Healthcare)

DC, California, United States, DC 20228, Active, 1990, May 2024, 1003356924

Certifications (Healthcare)

American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians, Diplomate American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians, chiropractic sports medicine, 0017, 1994-06-01, 2025-12-31

Scholarly Contributions and Creative Productions

Abstract

Completed/Published

Horrigan, Joseph, Giovanni Silva, and Mitch Lazar. 1998. “Efficacy of the Subscapularis Lift off Test.  .” Journal of Sports Chiropractic and Rehabilitation 3:123.
Horrigan, Joseph, Steven Tunnell, and Sildic Chan. 1998. “Prevalance and Association of Six Clinical Subacromial Impingement Tests and Diagnosis.  .” Journal of Sports Chiropractic and Rehabilitation, 123.
Horrigan, Joseph, Keith Feder, Robert Reiss, Rick Burrill, and G. Douglas Andersen. 1998. “Changes in Bodyweight in Professional Hockey Players as an Indicator of Dehydration Following Hydration Protocol Instruction Compared with Prehydration Instruction: A Pilot Study. .” Journal of Sports Chiropractic and Rehabilitation, 122.
Horrigan, Joseph, Edward Scale, and G. Douglas Andersen. 1998. “Team Physician Misdiagnosis: Statistical Analysis.” Journal of Sports Chiropractic and Rehabilitation, 123.
Horrigan, Joseph, Edward Reynolds, and Ray Kovacs. 1998. “Correlation between Five Clinical Subacromial Impingement Tests and Manual Muscle Tests of the Supraspinatus. .” Journal of Sports Chiropractic and Rehabilitation, 124.
Horrigan, Joseph, and Robert Bray. 1996. “Comparison of Motion Palpation versus Flexion/Extension Radiographs in Determining Post Traumatic Cervical Spine Instability.  .” Journal of Sports Chiropractic and Rehabilitation.
Horrigan, Joseph, Frank Shellock, Jerrold Mink, and Andrew Deutsch. 1994. “Muscle Recruitment Patterns Associated with Different Shoulder Exercises: Assessment Using MRI.  .” Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise Supplement 26:S20.
Horrigan, Joseph, Frank Shellock, Jerrold Mink, and Andrew Deutsch. 1994. “MRI Evaluation of Muscle Recruitment Patterns Associated with Different Shoulder Exercises.  .” Journal of Magnetic Resonance Imaging.
Horrigan, Joseph, Frank Shellock, Jerrold Mink, P Sullenberger, Andrew Deutsch, A Bloze, and R Hashoian. 1994. “MRI of the Cervical Spine during Flexion and Extension: Development and Implementation of a New Technique. .” Journal of Magnetic Resonance Imaging WIP:S21.

Journal Article

Completed/Published

Horrigan, Joseph. 2024. “Identification and Treatment of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome-Not Otherwise Specified (CRPS-NOS) with Peripheral Sympathetic Nerve Blockade: A Case Series..” Indian Journal of Neurology 5:132.
Horrigan, Joseph, Frank Shellock, Jerrold Mink, and Andrew Deutsch. 1999. “MRI Evaluation of Muscle Usage Associated with Three Exercises for Rotator Cuff Rehabilitation.  .” Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise 31:1361–69.
Horrigan, Joseph, Sean Coughlin, and Mitch Lazar. 1994. “Scapular Winging Associated with Trauma in 2 Professional Hockey Players.  .” Journal of the Neuromusculoskeletal System 1:28–32.
Horrigan, Joseph M., Edward Reynolds, Richard Semel, Richard Fox, Sean Coughlin, and Alex Colanero. 1993. “Pectoralis Major Tears: Etiology and Prevention.  .” Chiropractic Sports Medicine 7:83–89.
Horrigan, Joseph, and Richard Semel. 1992. “Hematopoietic Hyperplasia in a World Class Runner: A Case Report.  .” Chiropractic Sports Medicine 6:102–4.
Horrigan, Joseph. 1992. “Resolution of a Groin Injury in a Professional Hockey Player from Soft Tissue Mobilization: A Case Study.” Chiropractic Sports Medicine 6:151–54.

Poster Presentation

Accepted

Horrigan, Joseph, Steven Tunnell, David Velasquez, Justin Grasmeyer, and Jennifer Watters. 2012. “Musculoskeletal: Asymptomatic Pubic Ramus Stress Response in a NCAA Division I Track Athlete.” ACBSP Chiropractic Sports Science Symposium. April.
Horrigan, Joseph, and Robert Bray. 2005. “Post-Cervical Fusion Thoracic Pain Resolved with Manipulation and Soft Tissue Mobilization..” ACBSP Chiropractic Sports Science Symposium. May.
Horrigan, Joseph, David Velasquez, and Kirsten Sparley. 2022. “Case Report: Lower Leg Gunshot Wound.” ACBSP Chiropractic Sports Science Symposium. April.
Horrigan, Joseph, Joseph Dulla, and Rob Orr. 2020. “Keeping Officers Healthy, on the Job, Rapid Return to Work, & Reducing Costs – Lessons Learned. .” International Association of Chiefs of Police Conference. September.
Horrigan, Joseph, Hector Riveramelo, Phillip Tirman, and Derek Dee. 2019. “Case Report: Pectoralis Major Tear in a Sheriff’s Recruit.”  .” ACBSP Chiropractic Sports Science Symposium. April.
Horrigan, Joseph, Hector Rivermelo, and David Velasquez. 2019. “Case Report: Marked Peroneal Tenosynovitis in an Incumbent Deputy..” ACBSP Chiropractic Sports Science Symposium. April.
Horrigan, Joseph, Annie Babikian, and R Ramirez. 2019. “Two Cases of Iliotibial Band Friction Syndrome in Sheriff’s Recruits..” ACBSP Chiropractic Sports Science Sympoium. April.
Horrigan, Joseph, David Velasquez, and John Hofman. 2019. “Case Report: Lumbar Disc Extrusion in a Sheriff’s Academy Drill Instructor..” ACBSP Chiropractic Sports Science Symposium. April.
Horrigan, Joseph, Robert Lockie, Rob Orr, Joseph Dulla, Mick Stierli, A M. Bloodgood, K A. Cesario, and Jay Dawes. 2018. “Fitness Characteristics for Deputy Sheriff Recruits Who Graduate or Separate from Academy: A Pilot Study. .” National Strength and Conditioning Association National Conference. July.
Horrigan, Joseph, Joseph Dulla, Jay Dawes, Rob Orr, and Robert Lockie. 2018. “Perceived vs. Actual Reported Peace Officer Physical Job Demands:  What Three Points in Time Tell Us.” Southwest American College of Sports Medicine.
Horrigan, Joseph, Justin Grasmeyer, and Jeremy Summers. 2013. “The Incidence of Back Pain in Women during Menopause: A Litureature Review.” .” ACBSP Chiropractic Sports Science Symposium. April.
Horrigan, Joseph, Justin Grasmeyer, and Edward Carden. 2011. “A Two Year Retrospective Analysis of the Occurrence Rate of Complex regional Pain Syndrome in a Chiropractic Sports Medicine Practice..” ACBSP Chiropractic Sports Science Sympoisum. April.
Horrigan, Joseph, and Edward Carden. 2010. “Occurrence Rate of Presentation of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome in a Chiropractic Sports Medicine Practice..” ACBSP Chiropractic Sports Science Symposium. April.
Horrigan, Joseph, and Edward Carden. 2009. “Two Cases of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Mimicking Adhesive Capsulitis..” ACBSP Chiropractic Sports Science Symposium. April.
Horrigan, Joseph, Robert Bray, and Melissa Nagare. 2008. “Case Series: Thoracic Intramedullary Vascularized Lipomas..” ACBSP Chiropractic Sports Sciences Symposium. May.
Horrigan, Joseph, Steven Tunnell, and David Velasquez. 2008. “Case Series: Abdominal Muscle Injuries in Athletes..” ACBSP Chiropractic Sports Science Symposium. May.
Horrigan, Joseph, Steven Tunnell, David Velasquez, and Kedrick Gardner. 2007. “Reduction of Achilles Tendonitis Symptoms Following the Ingestion of Creatine Monohydrate: A Case Study..” ACBSP Chiropractic Sports Science Symposium. April.
Horrigan, Joseph, Robert Bray, David Velasquez, and Steven Tunnell. 2007. “Symptomatic Chiari Malformation Type I in a Recreational Triathlete: A Case Study..” ACBSP Chiropractic Sports Science Symposium. May.
Horrigan, Joseph, Steven Tunnell, David Velasquez, and Richard Fox. 2007. “Incidental Finding of Pleural Infection in a Recreational Weight Trainee: A Case Study..” ACBSP Chiropractic Sports Science Symposium. April.
Horrigan, Joseph, Edward Carden, Steven Tunnell, and David Velasquez. 2007. “Infrapatellar Neuropathy Mimicking a Symptomatic Medial Meniscus Tear: A Case Study..” ACBSP Chiropractic Sports Science Symposium. April.
Horrigan, Joseph, David Good, Keith Feder, and Mikio Aoi. 2006. “Changes in Bodyfat in Professional Hockey Players after Increasing Anaerobic Training and Decreasing Aerobic Training – a 3-Year Study.” ACBSP Chiropractic Sports Science Symposium. March.
Horrigan, Joseph, and Steven Tunnell. 2006. “Acute Rotator Cuff Strain from the Bench Press Following Rotator Cuff Training. Category: Shoulder – Powerlifting..” ACBSP Chiropractic Sports Science Symposium. March.
Horrigan, Joseph, David Good, Keith Feder, and Mikio Aoi. 2005. “Max VO2, Vertical Jump and Sprint Velocity as Predictors of Selection to an NHL Roster..” ACBSP Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians. May.
Horrigan, Joseph, and David Velasquez. 2005. “Resolution of Ulnar Neuropathy with Soft Tissue Mobilization: A Case Study..” ACBSP Chiropractic Sports Science Symposium. May.
Horrigan, Joseph, Steven Tunnell, David Velasquez, and Chad Moreau. 2005. “An 18-Month Retrospective Analysis of the Prevalence of Hyper-Reflexia in Patients Presenting with Cervical Spine Complaints..” ACBSP Chiropractic Sports Science Symposium. May.
Horrigan, Joseph, Steven Tunnell, David Velasquez, and Chad Moreau. 2005. “Comparison of Cervical MRI Findings in Patients with Pathologic Reflexes..” ACBSP Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians. May.
Horrigan, Joseph, G. Douglas Andersen, Keith Feder, Robert Reiss, and Rick Burrill. 1999. “Changes in Bodyweight in Professional Hockey Players as an Indicator of Dehydration Following Hydration Protocol Instruction Compared with Prehydration Instruction: A Pilot Study..” ACBSP Chiropractic Sports Science Symposium. April.
Horrigan, Joseph, Giovanni Silva, and Mitch Lazar. 1997. “Efficacy of the Subscapularis Lift off Test..” ACBSP Chiropractic Sports Science Symposium. April.
Horrigan, Joseph, Steven Tunnell, and Sildic Chan. 1997. “Prevalance and Association of Six Clinical Subacromial Impingement Tests and Diagnosis..” ACBSP Chiropractic Sports Science Symposium. April.
Horrigan, Joseph, Edward Scale, and G. Douglas Andersen. 1997. “Team Physician Misdiagnosis: Statistical Analysis. .” ACBSP Chiropractic Sports Science Symposium. April.
Horrigan, Joseph, Edward Reynolds, and Ray Kovacs. 1997. “Correlation between Five Clinical Subacromial Impingement Tests and Manual Muscle Tests of the Supraspinatus..” ACBSP Chiropractic Sports Science Symposium. April.
Horrigan, Joseph, and Robert Bray. 1996. “Comparison of Motion Palpation versus Flexion/Extension Lateral Radiographs of the Cervical Spine: A Pilot Study..” ACBSP Chiropractic Sports Science Symposium. July.
Horrigan, Joseph, and Bert Mandelbaum. 1995. “Jumper’s Knee Associated with Plyometric Depth Jumps..” ACBSP Chiropractic Sports Science Symposium. July.

Presentation

Accepted

Horrigan, Joseph, and Joseph Dulla. 2017. “Evidence-Based Sports Medicine and Strength and Conditioning Models for Recruits and Incumbents.” International Association of Chiefs of Police Conference. October.

Grants

Completed

Fatigue Management, Arousal Control & Tactical Recovery, Funded by CA Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) (October 1, 2018 - June 1, 2020), awarded October 1, 2018 ($200,000.00), Completed, Summer 2020, Multiple PI Joseph Horrigan (20%)

Funded - In Progress

Development of Health and Fitness Tool Kit for Law Enforcement Agencies, Funded by Department of Justice/Community Oriented Policing Services (DOJ COPS) (March 1, 2021 - December 31, 2023), awarded February 1, 2021 ($500,000.00), Funded - In Progress, Fall 2023, Multiple PI Joseph Horrigan (25%)

Honors and Awards

Spring 2019 - Ongoing

President's Service Award, 2019, American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians

John N. Nash Award for Best Multidisciplinary Abstract at Symposium, 2019, American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians

Summer 2015 - Ongoing

Appreciation for Ongoing Support of Red Bull High Performance Program, 2015, Red Bull North America, This award was presented by Red Bull North America for the years of work with their High Performance Team by managing MSK injuries.

Summer 2011 - Ongoing

SCU Distinguished Alumni Award, 2011, Southern California University of Health Sciences

Robert C. Reed Award for Best Abstract at Symposium, 2011, American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians

Summer 2009 - Ongoing

President's Service Award, 2009, American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians

Summer 2008 - Ongoing

Leonard Schroeder Award for Best Original Research at Symposium, 2008, American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians

Summer 2007 - Ongoing

John N. Nash Award for Best Multidisciplinary Abstract at Symposium, 2007, American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians

Summer 2005 - Ongoing

John N. Nash Award for Best Multidisciplinary Abstract at Symposium, 2005, American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians

Summer 2001 - Ongoing

finalist for Prince de Merode Award for Outstanding Research, 2001, International Olympic Committee, one of five finalists for this award for outstanding research. Sixth World International Olympic Committee Congress on Sports Science abstract, "Relationship between jumps and speed in ice hockey." Congress cancelled due to September 11, 2001 terrorist attack.

Sports Chiropractor of the Year, 2001, American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians, This national award was jointly presented by the American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians and the American Chiropractic Association Sports Council.