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Basic MRI Part 1 - Credit Hours: 1 Approval Valid Until N/A

Although a detailed understanding of nuclear physics is not necessary to interpret MRI studies, chiropractors should have a solid understanding of the basic principles involved in producing MRI images. This course describes the basic fundamental principles shared by all MRI scanners.

Basic MRI Part 2 - Credit Hours: 1 Approval Valid Until N/A

The second part to this series will begin with a discussion regarding the multiplanar images of MRI, the shades of gray and the differences between T1 and T2 weighted images. We will then explore the special MRI studies that have been created to help identify different pathologies. This will include discussions on Fat Suppression, Contrast Enhanced and Functional MRI studies.

Basic MRI Part 3 - Credit Hours: 1 Approval Valid Until N/A

In the third part of this series we will discuss the Contraindications to MRI, how to read an MRI report, the MRI appearance of DDD, Ligamentum Flavum Hypertrophy, Disc Herniations, Annular Tears and Post-disc Surgical cases.

Cervicogenic Headaches - Credit Hours: 2 Approval Valid Until N/A

This course reviews the clinical presentation of cervicogenic headache, proposed diagnostic criteria, pathophysiologic mechanisms, and methods of diagnostic evaluation. Guidelines for developing a successful multidisciplinary pain management program using medication, physical therapy, osteopathic manipulative treatment, other non pharmacologic modes of treatment, and anesthetic interventions are also presented.

Documentation - Credit Hours: 2 Approval Valid Until N/A

This course will provide you with the basic principles of documentation to establish medical necessity for the treatments you provide for your patients. In today's healthcare environment more and more chiropractors are experiencing post payment audits. If an audit reveals that the medical necessity for the treatment was not supported in the notes, then the provider is required to refund the insurance company. This course will give you all the necessary forms and concepts to protect you from these audits.

Function Based Care Part 1 - Credit Hours: 1 Approval Valid Until N/A

This course is designed to instruct physicians on the basic principles of function based care. It will include a discussion on how to demonstrate medical necessity for function based care, how to perform physical capacity tests, and how to prescribe specific exercises related to the patient's ability to perform those tests.

Function Based Care Part 2 - Credit Hours: 1 Approval Valid Until N/A

Part 2 of Function Based Care picks up with Neuromuscular Re-education. In this course we will discuss the theory of this treatment as well as how to demonstrate medical necessity for these exercises. This course will also discuss stretching exercises and postural correction exercises.

Migraine Headaches - Credit Hours: 2 Approval Valid Until N/A

This course will review the basic principles of the etiology of Migraine Headaches. We will also focus on the evaluation and treatment of patients suffering with this condition.

Passive Care Modalities Part 1 - Credit Hours: 1 Approval Valid Until N/A

Passive Care Modalities Part 1 will provide you with detailed instruction on symptom based care. This will include a discussion regarding thermal therapies and electric stimulation and TENS unit integration as an effective pain management tool.

Passive Care Modalities Part 2 - Credit Hours: 1 Approval Valid Until N/A

Passive Care Modalities Part 2 will provide you with detailed instruction on Ultrasound, Trigger Point Therapy and Spinal Traction.

Post-Traumatic Headaches - Credit Hours: 2 Approval Valid Until N/A

This course will review the basic principles of the etiology of Post Traumatic Headaches. We will also focus on the evaluation and treatment of patients suffering with this condition.

Professional Boundaries - Credit Hours: 1 Approval Valid Until N/A

This 1-hour course is designed to meet the Professional Boundaries" continuing education requirements for State Board license renewal."

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.

Tension Type Headaches - Credit Hours: 2 Approval Valid Until N/A

This course will review the basic principles of the etiology of tension type headaches. We will also focus on the evaluation and treatment of patients suffering with this condition.

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