Dr. Michael Liang was raised in Salisbury, Maryland and graduated from Bennett High School in 1992. Liang received his Bachelor of Science degree from University of Maryland at College park. He then matriculated into Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport IA, the birthplace of chiropractic, and graduated in 2002.
To graduate from Palmer College with a Doctorate in Chiropractic requires ten semesters of rigorous classroom and hands on training, averaging over 25 credit hours per semester. A student’s first two years consists of multiple science courses with emphasis on pathophysiology, spinal anatomy, and neurology. During this time there are two national board that evaluates the students’ knowledge of “basic sciences.” The following years consist of clinical and hands on training in adjusting and performing neurological, orthopedic, and x-rays analysis. An additional two national board exams are taken to evaluate these skills.
Dr. Liang believes in treating the body as a whole, where one area will affect all areas. He prefers to do manual manipulation and is trained in a variety of techniques. These techniques include Activator, Palmer Package, Diversified, and Gonstead. Dr. Liang also has physical therapy privileges in the state of Maryland. By having multiple techniques at his disposal, Dr. Liang is able to find which techniques his patient responds best too. He also prescribes a stretching and exercising routine to complement his treatments and improve his patients overall health.
Dr. Liang is active in the community and volunteers his time with civic organization such as the Salisbury Jaycees. He has won several awards which include Director of the Year and the Armbruster Award 2005. Dr. Liang is also active in the Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce. He is a member Business Networking International and has held several positions in the group. Dr. Liang has also been a member of the Associated Chiropractic Association.
