Dr. Alec Russell, D.C., MSFN — Sports Chiropractor & Functional Nutritionist

Dr. Alec Russell, D.C., MSFN — Sports Chiropractor & Functional Nutritionist

Dr. Alec Tayler Russell is a chiropractor at AMIT Clinics whose practice sits at the intersection of sports injury care, prenatal chiropractic, and functional nutrition. He holds a Doctor of Chiropractic and a Master’s in Functional Nutrition, is certified in the Webster technique and OTZ method, and has spent more than five years treating patients from athletes to expectant mothers. He is also fluent in Spanish.

About Dr. Alec

Dr. Alec was raised in Spanish Fork, Utah, and now calls Eagle Mountain home, where he lives with his wife of 11 years and their adventurous 6-year-old daughter. Outside the clinic, you will find him camping, four-wheeling, riding roller coasters, snowboarding, or somewhere inside Disneyland.

Education and Credentials

Dr. Alec’s path to chiropractic care began with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Utah Valley University, where his research was published in the Journal of Sports Medicine. His commitment to addressing the root causes of health problems — not just chasing symptoms — led him to Parker University, one of the country’s most rigorous chiropractic programs.

  • Doctor of Chiropractic — Parker University (April 2021)

  • Master of Science, Functional Nutrition — Parker University (April 2021)

  • Bachelor of Science, Exercise Science — Utah Valley University

  • Published research — Journal of Sports Medicine (undergraduate work)

Certifications

Webster Technique certified — prenatal chiropractic care

  • OTZ Method certified — frozen shoulder and adhesive capsulitis treatment

  • Trained in the Advanced Muscle Integration Technique (AMIT®)

Bilingual Care

Dr. Alec is fluent in Spanish, making AMIT Clinics accessible to Utah’s Spanish-speaking community without a language barrier between patient and physician.

Clinical Focus of Doctor Alec Russell

Clinical Focus of Doctor Alec Russell

Dr. Alec has practiced for more than five years, with sports injuries as a primary area of focus — but his caseload is broad. He sees patients from every walk of life, with particular depth in:

Sports Injuries and Performance

Knee Conditions


Dr. Alec has worked with high-profile athletes including John Stockton, Odell Beckham Jr., Barry Sims, Steven Ashworth, Picabo Street, and Steve Nyman. That exposure shapes how he treats every patient, regardless of competitive level — the same diagnostic precision applies whether the goal is returning to a court, a slope, or a regular morning run.


Prenatal Chiropractic Care


As a Webster-certified chiropractor, Dr. Alec cares for expectant mothers throughout pregnancy. The Webster technique is a specific protocol designed to balance pelvic alignment and reduce stress on the uterus and supporting ligaments, supporting a more comfortable pregnancy and optimal fetal positioning.

Frozen Shoulder (OTZ Method)


OTZ certification gives Dr. Alec a specialized toolset for treating adhesive capsulitis — frozen shoulder — a condition that often plateaus under standard care. The method addresses the neurological component that keeps the shoulder locked, not just the mechanical restriction.

Functional
Nutrition


A Master’s in Functional Nutrition means Dr. Alec can address health from the inside out. Inflammation, recovery, energy, and tissue repair all have nutritional inputs that traditional musculoskeletal care often skips. When relevant, he integrates that lens directly into a patient’s plan.

Why He Chose This Path

Why He Chose This Path

"I had been disappointed with western medicine after seeing the same narrative for years."

"I had been disappointed with western medicine after seeing the same narrative for years."

Years of watching family members get five-minute appointments with pre-formed diagnoses pushed Dr. Alec to look for a different model — one built on listening and on addressing why a problem is showing up, not just where. The AMIT method, in his own words, changed everything about how he practices: it gave him a more concentrated ability to diagnose and treat conditions that other approaches had missed.

Years of watching family members get five-minute appointments with pre-formed diagnoses pushed Dr. Alec to look for a different model — one built on listening and on addressing why a problem is showing up, not just where. The AMIT method, in his own words, changed everything about how he practices: it gave him a more concentrated ability to diagnose and treat conditions that other approaches had missed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where did Dr. Alec Russell go to school?

Dr. Alec Russell earned his Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Utah Valley University and his Doctor of Chiropractic plus Master’s in Functional Nutrition from Parker University, both completed in April 2021. His undergraduate research was published in the Journal of Sports Medicine.

Is Dr. Russell certified to treat pregnant patients?

Yes. Dr. Russell is Webster-certified, a credential specific to prenatal chiropractic care. He treats expectant mothers throughout pregnancy with techniques designed to support pelvic alignment and fetal positioning.

What is the OTZ method, and how does Dr. Russell use it?

The OTZ method is a specialized chiropractic protocol for adhesive capsulitis, also known as frozen shoulder. Dr. Russell is OTZ-certified and uses it to address the neurological component of the condition, often resolving cases that have not improved under standard care.

Does Dr. Alec Russell speak Spanish?

Yes. Dr. Russell is fluent in Spanish and can conduct full evaluations and treatment plans in Spanish for patients who prefer it.

How long has Dr. Russell been practicing?

Dr. Russell has been in practice for a little over five years, with sports injuries as a primary clinical focus alongside prenatal care and functional nutrition.