Description

With geriatric patients making up 30–40% of most chiropractic practices, providers must be equipped with specialized skills to meet the complex needs of this growing population. In this foundational course, Dr. Andrea Holzner explores the unique considerations involved in delivering effective, compassionate chiropractic care to older adults, particularly those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and cognitive decline.

You’ll learn how to adapt your communication, assessment, and treatment strategies to address the physical and cognitive challenges commonly seen in geriatric patients. The course also emphasizes the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration, caregiver involvement, and long-term planning to ensure sustainable, whole-person care.

Emerging research on spinal manipulation's impact on fall risk, behavioral symptoms, and dementia-related outcomes is also covered—positioning chiropractic care as a proactive, non-invasive solution for improving quality of life in older adults.

In this course, you’ll learn to:

Understand the unique clinical and cognitive needs of geriatric chiropractic patients

Adapt techniques to accommodate comorbidities, mobility limitations, and neurodegenerative conditions

Incorporate caregivers into care planning for long-term success

Leverage chiropractic care to address fall risk, pain, and cognitive challenges in Alzheimer’s patients

Expand your role in geriatric wellness—and deliver care that supports aging with dignity, safety, and strength.