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Radiculopathy: Patient Assessment - Credit Hours: 1 Approval Valid Until N/A This course is designed to provide you with the necessary tools to effectively evaluate radiculopathies. It will include a discussion on neuropathic pain syndromes, orthopedic evaluation, neurological work up and MRI. The Neurology of Pain - Credit Hours: 1 Approval Valid Until N/A This course will examine the neurological and physiological aspects of pain transmission and pain perception. Included in this discussion is an in depth analysis of the innate pain modulation systems that, when activated, will reduce a patient's perception of pain without medication. Understanding Whiplash Part 1 - Credit Hours: 2 Approval Valid Until N/A This course will detail the biomechanics of low speed rear impact collisions. This includes discussions on the S shaped curve of the spine, general magnitudes of force, factors associated with increased risk of injury and the types of injuries that result from these collisions. Understanding Whiplash Part 2 - Credit Hours: 2 Approval Valid Until N/A Part 2 of this series will focus on specific conditions and symptoms related to whiplash type injuries. Some of the conditions we will discuss include: the etiology of neck pain and headache, radiculopathy, TOS, myofascial pain syndrome, fibromyalgia, post-concussive syndrome, and TMJ