Meet Dr. Whitney Rutledge, DC – Your Family Chiropractor in Topeka, KS

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Hi, I'm Dr. Whitney Rutledge, DC, and I'm so glad you're here. As a chiropractor and mom of three, I've always believed that good healthcare should look at the whole person—not just the symptom that brought you through the door. At Prairie Wellness Center, I work with individuals and families to support better function, wellness, and quality of life through personalized chiropractic and wellness care.

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My Approach to Care

 

At Prairie Wellness Center, I take a whole-person approach to chiropractic and wellness care. In addition to chiropractic care, I use health history, examination findings, and appropriate testing when helpful to better understand each person's individual needs. My approach may include looking at areas such as nutrition, digestive health, food sensitivities, environmental factors, and genetic influences as part of a personalized wellness plan.

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Who I Help

 

My patients often come to me with concerns ranging from neck and back pain to headaches, sciatica, and other neuromuscular and musculoskeletal issues. I also work with women throughout pregnancy and with individuals looking for additional support with nutrition, digestive health, and chronic wellness concerns.

I believe every person deserves to be truly heard and understood. I take the time to listen, consider your health history, symptoms, lifestyle, and goals, and research when needed to better understand what may be contributing to your concerns. Rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach, my goal is to look at the bigger picture and create a personalized plan that supports you along your path toward feeling and functioning your best.

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I believe chiropractic care can be an important part of a healthy lifestyle and a foundation for helping the body function well. I look at each patient individually and create personalized chiropractic and wellness plans based on their needs, concerns, and goals. My goal is to support better function and help each person feel their best in the areas of life that matter most to them.

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Supporting Women & Families

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I have a special passion for supporting women throughout pregnancy and caring for growing families. I enjoy encouraging and educating parents as they navigate pregnancy, parenthood, and the many changes that come with raising a family. My goal is to provide thoughtful, individualized care that supports each family where they are in their journey.

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Education & Training

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I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Biology from the University of Kansas in Lawrence before graduating Cum Laude from Cleveland Chiropractic College in Overland Park. While attending Cleveland, I also completed a 100-hour Certificate of Completion in Chiropractic Family Practice/Functional Medicine through the Diplomate of the American Board of Chiropractic Internists (DABCI) program. I continued my education through the broader DABCI 300-hour program, gaining additional training in areas such as functional medicine, nutrition, laboratory testing, differential diagnosis, and whole-person wellness.

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I’ve also pursued self-directed study in functional genomics, including the Functional Genomic Analysis program, to deepen my understanding of how genetic variations may interact with nutrition, lifestyle, behavior, and environmental factors. I enjoy bringing this broader perspective into my work when appropriate, including nutritional support and personalized wellness recommendations.

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My Mission

 

My mission is to help individuals and families achieve and maintain wellness. As a family chiropractor, I’m committed to making a positive impact across generations through chiropractic care, education, and patient-centered support. I want every person who walks through my door to feel heard, cared for, and supported in their journey toward better health and well-being.​​​