FOUNDATIONAL PROGRAMS
ReceptorBased® Essentials
ReceptorBased Essentials is the most effective way to start learning and implementing the functional neurology paradigm of care. This program teaches a brain-based model for manual therapies, rehabilitation strategies, and performance optimization techniques which allows clinicians to better serve their current patient population as well as attract a new patient base.
Pain Reset Neurology Series
Pain Reset is the Carrick Institute’s updated 5-module program for clinicians seeking clinical excellence in working musculoskeletal conditions and chronic pain. Pain Reset incorporates neuro-biomechanics, the latest in pain neuroscience and a functional neurology paradigm for a novel and effective model of care.
Acupuncture & Functional Neurology
Clinicians from all disciplines are now understanding how important it is to be able to have a grasp on neurophysiology and apply it to their clinical care. This online program is an introduction for those who practice acupuncture and Chinese medicine to a patient-centered functional neurology paradigm of care.
CORE PROGRAMS
Clinical Neuroscience Program (CNS – 800 series)
Scholars from around the world enjoy Carrick Institute’s online self-paced educational offerings. Our clinical neuroscience (CNS) program prepares you for diplomate exam from the ACNB and the fellowship exam from the ACFN while also raising your clinical excellence so you can serve your patients at the highest levels possible.
SPECIALTY PROGRAMS
Neurodevelopmental Disorders
This 6-module program builds on top of current best research and understanding of developmental disorders as well as the latest advancements in their treatment. With an increase in the prevalence of developmental disorders, the need for properly trained clinicians that understand the neurophysiology, know how to make the correct diagnosis, understand the co-management with various levels of healthcare and support, and have mastery of a functional neurology approach to treating these conditions is higher than ever.
Mastering Migraine
Migraine is the 6th most debilitating condition in the world. It affects over 38 million Americans, with 4 million suffering from chronic migraine. Understand what modalities and treatments are effective at managing migraine from a biomechanical, nutritional, hormonal and functional neurology approach.
This series is designed for those seeking mastery of the treatment of migraine-related disorders. All material will be presented from the most current research available.
Human Performance Program
The Human Performance program is a 4-module series designed for clinicians, athletic trainers, personal trainers, and strength coaches who are looking to work with the athletic population at the highest levels possible. Cut through the mountains of research and learn what your athletes need to get the results they have always wanted.
Vestibular Rehabilitation Certification Program
Vestibular processing is one of the most highly integrated receptor systems in the human body, which allows it to be utilized in the course of rehabilitation of many seemingly unrelated patient scenarios. This 6-module series will culminate to an understanding of when, why, and how to implement vestibular rehabilitation, through evaluation procedures, biometric technologies, and hands-on applications.
Movement Disorders
Professor Carrick has attended patients with movement disorders from around the globe for 37 years and is regarded as a clinical expert in the diagnosis and treatment of these conditions. Our 4-module program is a current exposure of movement disorders based upon a patient-centered paradigm of treatment. We will be expanding your clinical acumen and abilities to make a difference in the lives of patients with a variety of movement disorders from dystonia, Parkinson’s disease, neurodegeneration, stroke, gait abnormalities, Tourette’s syndrome and much more. Prof Carrick’s treatment applications are legend throughout the world and he attracts referrals from leading institutions and specialists for his novel and innovative treatments that are often times successful in these difficult cases.
TBI: Advancements in Diagnosis & Treatment
The approach to concussion diagnosis and management has been evolving at an unprecedented rate that demands an update in clinical applications for those healthcare practitioners that attend these patients. Implementation of concussion protocols has been made by a variety of expert committees. These protocols are changing the applications associated with the previous understanding of brain injury and treatment.
The objective of this contemporary updated program is to present the topic of concussion by educational interaction designed to promote the mastery of skills needed to manage concussion in a contemporary fashion.
Advanced Clinical Applications of Eye Movements
This clinical applications module is an advanced clinical experience that expands the clinician’s ability to utilize eye movements to understand, diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system. This clinical module expands and details information that was learned in the Carrick Institute Clinical Applications of Eye Movements module.
The program includes an in-depth understanding of eye movements and brain control as well as eye movements and brain influences. The clinical scholar will be able to understand, develop and apply treatment stratagems specific for individual areas of the nervous system.
Neurorehabilitation of the Basal Ganglia
This three-day program will teach you advanced diagnostic and therapeutic applications specific to the basal ganglia. This program builds on top of current the current best understanding of the basal nuclei and its integration in your patient’s conditions.
Structural and functional anatomy of all the afferent, efferent, and intra-basal ganglia connections will be discussed. By understanding Basal Ganglia neurophysiology and pathophysiology, learners will enhance their ability to both diagnose and rehabilitate patients with basal ganglia disorders. The role of the basal ganglia on posture, locomotion, movement, and cognition will be reviewed in order to appreciate the wide variety of presentations a clinician may see in patients with basal ganglia lesions.
Functional Neurology Practice
The Carrick Institute’s mission is to serve patients around the world by bringing together premier educational resources to clinicians and scholars. In an effort to support CI scholars, we have brought together a special event to help clinicians navigate the transition from a traditional practice to the modern practice that includes an individualized clinical neuroscience approach.
This 2.5-day executive workshop is a comprehensive overview of the professional functional neurology practice. It covers techniques to attract new patients from personal and professional referrals, learn to create unified & efficient management systems, and acquire the skills you need to succeed in the modern professional practice. This program will allow you to become a sought-after authority for Functional Neurology in your town by the end of the year, create a rock-star team of empowered people, and create a level of excitement in your patients and your programs.
Clinical Neuroscience Board Review
This 3-day immersion program in clinical neurology has been designed to serve as a review and update of new materials and applications for those clinicians who are preparing to become board certified in clinical neurology.
This program provides the annual specialist educational requirements necessary to maintain active status as a neurology diplomate/fellow.
It has also been designed to serve as a review of current materials to assist candidates in their preparation for the board certification examination in neurology recognized by the American Chiropractic Association and the ACA Council on Neurology.
Brain Dissection with Prof. Carrick: On Demand
Dr. Carrick leads doctors on an exciting journey of function related to structure. Each area of the brain is carefully dissected, discussed and described in depth by Prof Frederick R. Carrick.
This incredible 25-hour on-demand class will allow you access to the full brain dissection course at your own pace, allowing you to fully grasp the material. If you missed the brain dissection course in person, or if you want to review, on-demand brain dissection provides an opportunity for long term knowledge retention you can’t get elsewhere. The course will also include an exam to assess and reinforce the materials covered.
Clinical Neurochemistry & Nutrition
This 6-module series will explore the chemistry of the nervous system, how the chemical processes of the body affect brain and nervous system function, and the ways in which the brain influences the internal chemical environments.
Attendees will learn clinical nutrition treatment strategies utilizing supplements (vitamins, minerals, nutrients, botanicals) and diet. There will be a strong focus on clinical application of the material so learners can serve their patient population right away. Clinical cases are provided to illustrate core principles and facilitate mastery of the subject areas.
Mastery of Neurochemistry of Male & Female Hormones
Learn how to dig deep into your patient’s physiology to untangle their the root causes of their hormonal and adrenal problems. In addition to correcting any hormonal issues, scholars will gain an understanding as to how these imbalances affect normal brain function, cause neurological symptoms and impact the health of the aging brain.
This three-day immersive course will provide attendees with an effective, science-based approach to understanding how hormonal imbalances are affecting the health of their patients.
Mastery of Neurochemistry of Autism Spectrum Disorders
The number of children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders has exploded in the last 20 years. There are children in every community that needs modern, evidence-based care to lessen the core symptoms of ASD and encourage optimal brain development. Practitioners trained in Clinical Neurochemistry and Nutrition play a critical role in the healthy, long-term neurodevelopment of a child diagnosed with ASD.
This three-day immersive course will provide attendees with an effective, science-based approach to improving brain function in children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
Mastery of the Thyroid-Brain Axis
This 25-hour clinical program is a comprehensive overview of thyroid physiology and its role in maintaining optimal function of the brain and nervous system. The specific relationship between thyroid disorders and a variety of common clinical conditions will be explored. Participants will be trained to recognize and accurately diagnose thyroid disorders in their patient populations, as well as treat these disorders successfully—even in patients already taking medication.
