Dr. Cody Rodewald, D.C., owner of ALIGN Integrated Health in Lakeville, Minnesota, has been named a recipient of the 2026 Palmer College of Chiropractic 10-Under-10 Award. The honor recognizes recent graduates who have demonstrated leadership, made significant contributions to the chiropractic profession, and remained active as mentors or volunteers. Rodewald, a 2017 graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic, is one of just 10 alumni selected for the 2026 honor.
The 10-Under-10 Award specifically highlights graduates from the past decade who are emerging leaders within chiropractic and their communities. Palmer College of Chiropractic, which maintains a worldwide network of more than 32,000 alumni, describes the award as recognizing recent graduates who have made substantial contributions, demonstrated leadership, and remained active mentors or volunteers. Rodewald's selection places him among a select group of Palmer graduates from across the United States chosen for this year's award.
As founder of ALIGN Integrated Health, Rodewald has dedicated his career to helping individuals and families pursue healthier lives through chiropractic care. His patients have ranged from newborns and working parents to Olympic athletes and adults over 100 years old. This broad range of service was specifically recognized by Palmer College, which noted his work with patients across an unusually wide spectrum of ages and backgrounds and his dedication to helping chiropractic thrive for generations to come.
"I'm incredibly honored to receive this recognition from Palmer," said Rodewald. "Chiropractic has given me the opportunity to serve people at every stage of life, and I'm grateful to be part of a profession that has had such a meaningful impact on so many families. I also feel a responsibility to help move chiropractic forward so that future generations can experience those same benefits."
While Rodewald's work is rooted in chiropractic's history and principles, his focus extends to the future of the profession. He has sought to contribute not only through patient care but also by supporting the continued advancement and long-term growth of chiropractic. This dual commitment to individual patient service and the broader profession is a key reason for his recognition.
"For me, it always comes back to serving the person in front of me," Rodewald said. "Whether that person is a newborn, an athlete, a parent trying to stay healthy for their family or someone who is 104 years old, they deserve the same level of attention and commitment."
The implications of this award extend beyond personal recognition. By honoring Rodewald, Palmer College underscores the importance of mentorship, volunteerism, and leadership in sustaining the chiropractic profession. As healthcare continues to evolve, such recognition helps elevate the profile of chiropractic care and encourages other recent graduates to contribute actively to their communities and their field. Rodewald's achievement serves as a model for how practitioners can balance direct patient care with broader professional stewardship, ensuring that chiropractic remains vital for future generations.
