In8 Thots
“Welcome to IN8 THOTS — the chiropractic podcast dedicated to the timeless wisdom of the Palmer Green Books. I’m Dr. Joe Sheppard, and in each episode, I summarize, highlight and read from the original writings of B.J. Palmer and the pioneers of chiropractic philosophy, breaking down the principles, discussing the meaning behind the words, and highlighting the key concepts that shaped our profession. From the subluxation specific to innate intelligence, this podcast is about preserving the philosophy, understanding the science, and applying the art of chiropractic in today’s world. Let’s open the Green Books and think from Above-Down, Inside-Out.”
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IN8 THOTS Green Book Series Section 2 of 8, The Subluxation Specific — the Adjustment Specific
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Green Book Series Section 2 of 8
The Subluxation Specific — the adjustment specific : an exposition of the cause of all dis-ease
“The Nervous System: The Master System”
In Section 2 of the IN8 THOTS Green Book Series, Dr. Joe Sheppard explores why Dre. B.J. Palmer considered the nervous system to be the master coordinating system of the body and the central focus of chiropractic philosophy.
This episode examines how chiropractic was designed not merely around the spine, but around communication within the nervous system and the body’s ability to adapt, heal, and function. Dr. Joe discusses vertebral subluxation as neurological interference rather than simply bones “out of place,” and explains why chiropractic philosophy emphasizes function and adaptability over symptom chasing alone.
Topics include Innate Intelligence, stress adaptation, neurological coordination, the body’s remarkable organization, and why Dr. B.J. Palmer believed specificity and nervous system function were essential to the future of chiropractic.
A foundational episode for chiropractors, students, patients, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the relationship between the spine, nervous system, and human adaptability.
Stay specific. Stay connected. And think from above-down, inside-out.