Momentum Health & Wellness MN  ·  Elk River, MN

Dr. Anna Payne, DC

Doctor of Chiropractic  ·  Applied Kinesiologist  ·  Webster Certified

Dr. Anna Payne brings a rigorous academic foundation, extensive clinical training, and a genuine passion for root-cause health care to Momentum Health & Wellness Minnesota. Her approach blends chiropractic excellence with applied kinesiology and functional health — addressing the whole person, not just the complaint.

AP Dr. Anna Payne
3+
Years Clinical Training
100hr
Applied Kinesiology Certified
14+
Seminars Completed
10×
President's List Honoree

Rooted in Science.
Driven by Purpose.

Dr. Anna Payne grew up in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, and pursued a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration at North Dakota State University — including a semester abroad through the National Student Exchange Program at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. It was a combination of academic discipline and a deep curiosity about human health that led her to Life University College of Chiropractic in Marietta, Georgia.

At Life University, Dr. Payne distinguished herself academically — earning a spot on the President's List (3.75+ GPA) for ten terms and the Dean's List for two additional terms. She founded and led the Functional Health Club on campus, attended over a dozen advanced technique seminars, and completed a 100-hour Applied Kinesiology certification series before graduating.

Her clinical training included student internships at Life University's on-campus clinics (CCHOP & CHOP), where she performed new patient exams, developed care plans, and administered chiropractic adjustments and functional kinesiology. She also served as a student intern at Wave of Light Chiropractic in Myrtle Beach, SC — where she expanded her skills with insight scans, digital x-ray, cold laser therapy, and advanced adjusting techniques.

In June 2024, Dr. Payne participated in a mission trip to Sayulita, Mexico with Nikau Women, providing high-volume chiropractic care to underserved rural communities — an experience that deepened her commitment to accessible, meaningful health care.

Dr. Payne is Webster Technique certified through the ICPA (International Chiropractic Pediatric Association), making her well-equipped to support prenatal and pediatric patients. She is excited to bring her training, energy, and passion for root-cause health to the Elk River community as part of the Momentum Health & Wellness team.

Applied Kinesiology Webster Certified Prenatal & Pediatric Functional Health Cold Laser Therapy Gonstead Technique Sacro-Occipital Technique APEX Blood Chemistry

At a Glance

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Doctor of Chiropractic Life University College of Chiropractic, Marietta, GA
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B.S. Business Administration North Dakota State University, 2022
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President's List — 10 Terms 3.75+ GPA, Life University
Applied Kinesiology — 100 Hr Certified Completed April 2025
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Webster Technique — ICPA Certified Prenatal & Pediatric Chiropractic
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Mission Trip — Sayulita, Mexico Nikau Women, June 2024
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Location Elk River, MN

Built for Results

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Applied Kinesiology — 100 Hour Series
Completed the full ICAK 100-hour certification program, enabling advanced muscle testing, organ-system assessment, and functional health evaluation.
Certified April 2025
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Webster Technique — ICPA Certified
Certified through the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association to perform Webster Technique for prenatal and pediatric chiropractic care.
Certified August 2025
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APEX Fundamentals of Functional Blood Chemistry
Training in functional interpretation of blood chemistry panels — identifying patterns and imbalances that conventional labs often overlook.
January 2025
Activator Methods — Basic Certification
Certified in Activator Methods, a low-force instrument-assisted chiropractic technique suitable for all ages and conditions.
June 2025
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National Board Examinations (Parts I–IV + PT)
Successfully completed all five National Board Examinations required for chiropractic licensure in the United States.
2023 – 2025
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CPR Certified
Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification for patient safety.
Fall 2024

Time in the Clinic

Oct 2025 – Mar 2026
Student Intern
Wave of Light Chiropractic — Myrtle Beach, SC
  • New patient exams including insight scans, history, and digital x-ray
  • Chiropractic adjustments using multiple techniques with proper documentation
  • Class 3 cold laser therapy for various musculoskeletal conditions
  • Patient communication and appointment scheduling support
Aug 2024 – Sep 2025
Student Intern
Life University Clinics (CCHOP & CHOP) — Marietta, GA
  • New patient exams and individualized care plan development
  • Chiropractic adjustments and functional kinesiology
  • Proper documentation and clinical charting
June 2024
Mission Trip — Chiropractic Care
Nikau Women — Sayulita, Mexico
Provided high-volume chiropractic care to underserved rural communities in Mexico.
May – Sep 2022
Chiropractic Assistant
Peak Spine and Wellness — Fargo, ND
Administrative and patient coordination duties for a newly opened clinic — scheduling, payments, communications, and file organization.

Academic Foundation

Fall 2022 – 2026
Doctor of Chiropractic
Life University College of Chiropractic — Marietta, GA
President's List 10 terms · Dean's List 2 terms
Founder & President, Functional Health Club
Applied Kinesiology 100-Hour Series · Webster ICPA Training
Aug 2018 – May 2022
B.S. Business Administration
North Dakota State University — Fargo, ND
National Student Exchange — University of Hawaii at Manoa (Spring 2020)

Professional Organizations

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International Chiropractic Applied Kinesiology
Member
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International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA)
Member

Seminar Training

Dr. Payne has invested deeply in advanced technique training — going well beyond the standard chiropractic curriculum.

Gonstead Technique
Nov 2022
Wellness Way Training
Jan 2023
Birth Education — Dr. Shannon Good
Mar 2023
Level Up Training
Apr 2023
Kairos Adjusting Seminar
Aug 2023
Syntropy Adjusting Seminar — Module A
Nov 2023
Syntropy Adjusting Seminar — Module C
Apr 2024
Adjusting Basics & Philosophy — Dr. Eric Russell
Apr 2024
Nikau Women Adjusting Seminar
May 2024
Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT) Seminar
Aug 2024
Relentless — Chiropractic Business & Technique
Sep 2024
Applied Kinesiology 100-Hour Certification Series
Sep 2024 – Apr 2025
APEX Fundamentals of Functional Blood Chemistry
Jan 2025
Webster Technique — ICPA
Aug 2025

Every patient's story matters — and lasting health requires addressing root causes, not just managing symptoms.

Dr. Anna Payne believes in the body's innate ability to heal when given the right support. Her practice combines advanced diagnostic skills with a compassionate, whole-person approach to care.

Ready to Work with Dr. Payne?

New patients are welcome. Book your first appointment online or reach out with questions.