CLEAR Scoliosis Institute

What CLEAR Scoliosis Institute does

CLEAR Scoliosis Institute is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2000 by Dr. Dennis Woggon and headquartered in Bloomfield, Iowa, with a secondary listed location in Saint Cloud. It is described as the only non-profit chiropractic organization devoted specifically to scoliosis treatment and research. The institute does not provide direct patient care; instead, it develops, standardizes, and disseminates the proprietary CLEAR Scoliosis Treatment Protocol, which features the 'Mix Fix Set' spinal rehabilitation methodology and a 3-dimensional x-ray analysis system that measures 76 parameters across seven specialized views. CLEAR certifies Doctors of Chiropractic (DCs) through a tiered program (Classroom, Standard, Standard + Intensive Care, Fellow, Senior Fellow) and supports them with online seminars, hands-on workshops, bi-annual Advanced Symposiums, CE credit partnerships with Parker University and Life Chiropractic College West, and a global Find a Doctor locator that connects patients to certified independent clinics across the United States, Canada, Singapore, and Japan.

The institute monetizes through three primary streams: annual certification and membership dues (tiered from $399 to $4,395 per year), professional education pricing (online seminars $250-$990, hands-on workshops $350-$400, advanced symposiums $550-$625, webinars $50), and tax-deductible donations including CLEAR Champions monthly giving above $100. The GTM motion is a channel-partner model: CLEAR recruits, trains, and certifies DCs who operate their own independent clinics while using the CLEAR brand and protocols. Supporting offerings include the 'Life Beyond the Curve' podcast, an educational blog, sponsored community events such as scoliosis screenings, and a corporate partner ecosystem (Platinum tier ScoliCare, plus Premier Educational sponsors Review Wave, FortisPay, Pettibon System, Ignite Marketing, and Chiro Preferred). Operational scope is small (1-10 employees), with no disclosed revenue or funding and material leadership continuity risk following founder Dr. Dennis Woggon's retirement in May 2024 and passing in September 2024.

Name

CLEAR Scoliosis Institute

Legal name

CLEAR Scoliosis Institute

Website

https://clear-institute.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

CLEAR Scoliosis Institute is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that develops and licenses a proprietary chiropractic scoliosis treatment protocol, certifying Doctors of Chiropractic worldwide through training, certification tiers, and a global Find a Doctor locator serving scoliosis patients across four countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Chiropractic Scoliosis Treatment and Professional Certification

NAICS

Offices of Chiropractors (621310), Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists (62134)

SIC

Services-Health Services (8000), Services-Specialty Outpatient Facilities, Nec (8093)

akta.pro primary industry

Corrective Chiropractic & Spinal Decompression (HSADALAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Chiropractic Rehabilitation & Therapeutic Exercise (HSADALAG), General Chiropractic Care (HSADALAA), Pain Management (Spine & Musculoskeletal) (HLAKALAM)

Keywords

• Scoliosis treatment
• Chiropractic certification
• Spinal rehabilitation
• Nonprofit healthcare
• Doctor training

Headquarters

HQ city

Saint Cloud

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Chiropractic Seminars and Training: Revenue from online courses, webinars, hands-on workshops, and advanced symposiums for chiropractic professionals seeking CLEAR certification or continuing education credits. Pricing ranges from $50 for webinars to $625 for symposiums, with CE credits available through Parker University and Life Chiropractic College West.
2. Doctor Certification and Membership Dues: Annual membership dues charged to CLEAR Certified Doctors of Chiropractic for access to exclusive resources, certification maintenance, and ongoing support. Certification levels include Classroom ($399), Standard ($2,392.50), and Standard + IC ($4,395), with quarterly payment options available.
3. Donations and Charitable Contributions: As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, CLEAR receives tax-deductible donations from individuals to support scoliosis research, doctor training, patient assistance through the Family Fund, and awareness initiatives.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

CLEAR Scoliosis Institute trains and certifies Doctors of Chiropractic in a proprietary, trademarked scoliosis treatment methodology known as the Mix Fix Set. The institute itself does not deliver patient care; instead, certified DCs operate independent clinics where patients receive treatment using CLEAR's standardized protocols and 3-dimensional x-ray analysis. Patient-facing activity is limited to education, a Find-a-Doctor locator, and awareness initiatives.

Product overview

CLEAR Scoliosis Institute operates as a nonprofit organization offering a comprehensive chiropractic treatment ecosystem for scoliosis care. The core offering is the CLEAR Scoliosis Treatment Protocol, a specialized multi-modal approach combining 3D x-ray analysis, spinal rehabilitation, and patient-specific exercise programs. Supporting this are educational products including the Certification Program (online coursework, hands-on workshops, and advanced symposiums) that trains chiropractors in the protocols, the Virtual Classroom for self-paced learning with CE credits, and the Life Beyond the Curve podcast for patient education. The organization does not provide direct patient treatment but rather trains and certifies independent CLEAR Certified doctors worldwide.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• CLEAR Scoliosis Treatment Protocol A standardized, trademarked chiropractic treatment protocol specifically developed for scoliosis care, combining 3D x-ray analysis, the Mix Fix Set spinal rehabilitation procedures, and patient-specific home exercise programs. It is licensed only to CLEAR Certified DCs who operate independent clinics serving infantile, juvenile, adolescent, and adult scoliosis patients.
• CLEAR Certification Program A standardized certification program for licensed Doctors of Chiropractic that trains them in the CLEAR Scoliosis Treatment Protocols through online coursework, hands-on workshops, and continuing education seminars. Certification tiers include Classroom, Standard, and Standard + Intensive Care, with annual membership dues for ongoing support.
• CLEAR Virtual Classroom (Online Scoliosis Seminar) A self-paced online learning platform providing over 30 hours of advanced scoliosis training for chiropractic professionals, qualifying for continuing education credits through Parker University College of Chiropractic.
• CLEAR Advanced Symposium A bi-annual in-person training event for chiropractic professionals featuring the latest research on scoliosis rehabilitation techniques, offering up to 12 hours of continuing education through Life Chiropractic College West.
• CLEAR Hands-On Workshop

Quantifiable outcome

• 95% of scoliosis patients improve their condition and spinal curvature without surgery
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ScoliCarecoreTechnology or IntegrationPlatinum Level Corporate Partner. ScoliCare is at the forefront of scoliosis brace innovation, having developed the ScoliBrace - a 3D asymmetrical brace design. ScoliBrace is available at over 150 clinics in 14 countries and complements CLEAR treatment methods. ScoliCare supports CLEAR doctors as highly trained ScoliBrace providers and is committed to research and development in scoliosis treatment.
• Review WaveminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPlatinum Educational Sponsor providing review and reputation management resources to support CLEAR's educational mission.
• FortisPayminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPremier Educational Sponsor providing payment processing solutions for chiropractic professionals, supporting CLEAR's educational initiatives.
• Ignite MarketingminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPremier Educational Sponsor providing marketing services to support CLEAR's educational outreach and awareness initiatives.
• Chiro PreferredminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEducational Sponsor providing insurance and practice management resources for chiropractic professionals.
• Parker University College of ChiropracticcoreTechnology or IntegrationParker University administers continuing education (CE) credits for CLEAR's online seminar program. The lecture portions (Parts 1 & 2) of the CLEAR Scoliosis Seminar Series are sponsored by Parker University and available online to healthcare professionals.
• Life Chiropractic College WestcoreTechnology or IntegrationLife Chiropractic College West administers continuing education (CE) credits for CLEAR's Advanced Symposium program, providing up to 12 hours of CE credits for attending professionals.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• ScoliCare: ScoliCare develops the ScoliBrace 3D asymmetrical bracing system and operates in over 150 clinics across 14 countries. It is CLEAR's Platinum Corporate Partner and a directly comparable scoliosis-focused conservative treatment provider serving the same patient population and certified-doctor network.
• Chiropractic BioPhysics (CBP): CBP is a protocol-based chiropractic approach with standardized treatment methods, certification programs for Doctors of Chiropractic, and published research. It parallels CLEAR's model of licensing a proprietary chiropractic methodology with structured training, mirroring CLEAR's go-to-market motion.
• Pettibon System: Pettibon System offers spinal rehabilitation equipment and protocols used by chiropractors, with its own practitioner training and certification. CLEAR lists Pettibon as a Premier Educational Sponsor, and the two address overlapping conservative spine-care practices.
• SpineCorporation: SpineCorporation distributes and supports SpineCor scoliosis braces globally, serving similar non-surgical scoliosis patients through certified provider networks. It is a comparable scoliosis-focused conservative-treatment company operating its own branded provider model.

Broad incumbents

• Scoliosis Research Society (SRS): SRS is the leading international medical society dedicated to scoliosis and spinal deformity research and education, representing orthopedic surgeons and researchers. It is a broader incumbent that addresses the same patient condition but from the medical/orthopedic side of the scoliosis treatment landscape.
• National Scoliosis Foundation: The National Scoliosis Foundation is a patient-focused nonprofit providing scoliosis education, screening, and advocacy. Like CLEAR, it operates in the scoliosis awareness and education space and reaches the same patient community, though it does not deliver clinical treatment.
• Chiro One Wellness Centers: Chiro One operates a large network of company-owned chiropractic clinics with standardized protocols and training. It is comparable to CLEAR's certified-clinic network in scale and standardization but operates a corporate-owned (rather than independent) clinic model.
• The Joint Chiropractic: The Joint Chiropractic is the largest chiropractic franchise network in the United States with hundreds of clinic locations. It shares CLEAR's channel-partner model of placing branded clinics in local markets but focuses on general chiropractic rather than scoliosis specialization.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/CLEARscoliosis
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/clearscoliosis
• Facebookfacebook.com/clearinstitute
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/clear-scoliosis-institute
• Instagraminstagram.com/clearscoliosis

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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