Meet Michael

FOUNDER

Dr. Michael Nelson is a Chiropractic Physician and co-founder of Carolina Active Performance with his wife Kelsey. He is a graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic Florida. He is originally from Wheelersburg, Ohio, but has fallen in love with the Upstate.  

He knew from an early age that he wanted to help people in healthcare.  Prior to attending Palmer, he completed his undergraduate degree at The Ohio State University in Athletic Training, where he gained experience working with several varsity sports.

He gained additional experience working as a Graduate Assistant at Clemson University, working as an Athletic Trainer with both the track and field and football team while completing his Master of Human Resource Development degree.

He continued his career working as an Athletic Trainer for the Buffalo Bills during their 2011-2012 season. He has been fortunate to have experience working with a wide range of athletes, from middle-school football players to Hall of Fame and Olympians. He also provided treatment in the 2014 CrossFit Games Southeastern Regional Qualifier. He is the current team chiropractor for the Clemson University Athletic Department, and serves all student-athletes and staff members. 

He has always had a passion for athletics, competing in baseball, basketball, and football while in high school.  He enjoys participating in a variety of sports, weightlifting, and races.  He is a member of Advent United Methodist Church.  He is married to his wife, Kelsey, who he met at Clemson University. Together they maintain an active lifestyle, and enjoy running and hiking together.  They also love sharing the adventure of parenthood together with their sons William and Jack, and twin girls Hattie and Mae!