Building on the anatomical and imaging foundations established in Part 1, this advanced course delves into the clinical distinctions between disc herniation and normal disc aging. Dr. Guy Annunziata provides chiropractors with a clear, practical approach to evaluating disc changes using MRI and understanding their implications for diagnosis and treatment.
You’ll begin with a brief review of key MRI principles, then move into a detailed analysis of disc herniation patterns, including protrusions, extrusions, and sequestrations. The course also highlights how to distinguish these findings from age-related disc changes, empowering clinicians to make more accurate assessments and develop targeted care plans.
In this course, you’ll learn to:
Refresh your understanding of essential MRI concepts related to spinal imaging
Identify and differentiate types of disc herniations on MRI
Understand the characteristics of normal disc aging and how to distinguish it from pathology
Apply this knowledge to enhance diagnostic accuracy and patient communication
Advance your diagnostic precision—and improve care for patients with disc-related conditions.