Enhance your diagnostic capabilities with this in-depth course exploring two of the most commonly encountered spinal pathologies in chiropractic care—scoliosis and spondylolisthesis. Guided by radiology expert Dr. Marshall Deltoff, this two-hour session delivers practical insight into the classification, radiographic evaluation, and clinical management of these complex conditions.
In Hour 1, you’ll explore the types and causes of scoliosis, with an emphasis on radiographic assessment techniques, curve measurement protocols, and clinical decision-making. The session concludes with a review of management options—from observation to bracing and surgical considerations.
Hour 2 focuses on spondylolisthesis, covering its etiology, imaging characteristics, and grading systems. You’ll learn how to identify and evaluate this condition through radiographic analysis and understand how to integrate findings into comprehensive care strategies.
In this course, you’ll learn to:
Categorize the types and causes of scoliosis
Accurately assess and measure scoliotic curves on radiographs
Understand treatment options based on curve severity and progression
Identify radiologic features and classification of spondylolisthesis
Integrate imaging findings into effective patient care plans
From spinal curves to vertebral slippage—learn to see what others might miss.