Dr. Charmaine Magale, D.C., C.C.S.P., ART
Owner/Founder of Active Life Chiropractic Center
Dr. Charmaine Magale earned her Doctorate of Chiropractic (DC) at Palmer College of Chiropractic West. Her experiences as an athlete and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) contribute to her expertise as a Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician (CCSP) and Active Release Technician (ART).
Our civic-minded doctor has served as team doctor for the Sacramento Sirens, North Highlands Varsity Football Team and Sacramento Wolverines Football Team. Additionally, Dr. Magale has served as a Performance Care Team Member and athletic trainer for the San Jose State Men's Football Team, Ironman International, Ironman Qualifiers, PCCW Men's Hockey Team, NBA 3 on 3 Hoop-It-Up Basketball, Let-It Fly Football Tournament, Stockton Soccer Tournaments, and the Special Olympics.
Dr. Magale also serves as an examiner for the Part IV National Chiropractic Board Exams.
Dr. Magale has successfully utilized her vast training and knowledge to provide exemplary treatment for all of her patients ranging from the very young to those with the greatest wisdom, expecting mothers and elite athletes. The Doctor also specializes in work injuries, auto related injuries and other personal injuries.
Dr. Chip C. Studley, D.C., ART
Dr. Chip Studley attained his Bachelors degree in Psychology with a Biology Emphasis from UC Davis before graduating from Palmer West Chiropractic College with his Doctorate of Chiropractic (DC) in 2006. While in college, Dr. Studley was active in the Palmer Sports Council, and provided on field care for the Highland Games, the Sea Otter Classic, semi-professional football (Daly City Renegades) and soccer tournaments.
Dr. Studley took many electives and advanced courses in school to help improve his knowledge, which helps him to provide better care to his patients. These courses include On Field Emergency Protocols, Active Release Technique (ART), Cervical Trauma (Whiplash) Protocols, Activator, Thompson, Flexion/Distraction, and Sacro-Occipital Technique.
While in school, Dr. Studley was the Vice President, and the President of the Student American Chiropractic Association (SACA). He was also an active member of the Student California Chiropractic Association, and has continued to be active as the current Treasurer of the Sacramento Valley District - California Chiropractic Association.
When he is not providing excellent care to his patients, he enjoys spending time with his family (wife Sara and dog Bodega) and friends, listening to live music, cooking, and preparing for the next triathlon season.