Neurology Primer: Neurology Essentials for the Upper Cervical Chiropractor
Presented by: Dr. Jonathan Chung
This 2-day program is for the clinician applying the chiropractic upper cervical approach and is looking to add a clinical neuroscience paradigm to their toolbox.
Historically upper cervical chiropractors have been seen as a subspecialty who choose to only use upper cervical adjustments in the management of patients. While upper cervical doctors experience great results with many complex neurological, there is a growing segment of the profession who desire to help patients facilitate greater improvement or overcome plateaus when the upper cervical correction is stable. Functional neurology with a receptor-based treatment paradigm provides a complimentary method of helping these complex cases that can fit neatly into an upper cervical style of practice.
Who is the Course for
Licensed medical professionals who want a multi-prong approach to helping patients suffering from traumatic brain injury or concussion. Including audiologists, physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapists, chiropractors, physicians, and physician assistants.
Topics Covered
This 2-day primer will provide an introductory overview of functional neurology that can be quickly implemented into an upper cervical chiropractic practice.
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Contemporary views of upper cervical neurology
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Sensorimotor evaluation of the cervical spine
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Overview of the visual, vestibular, and proprioceptive systems
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Introduction to the functional neurology paradigm
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Overview of key brain regions in functional neurology
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Examination and assessment of key brain regions
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Utilizing functional neurology to evaluate patient outcomes
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Therapeutic options for neuro-rehabilitation of key brain regions
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Patient management utilizing upper cervical care and functional neurology
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Developing treatment plans within a functional neurology paradigm
What you will learn at a glance
- Learn the Neuroscience of the Upper Cervical Spine that you need to know
- Learn an easy to implement neuro exam to uncover what needs attention in your patient
- Learn to apply a Brain-Based approach along with your current model of care to take your practice to the next level
