Oregon Naturopathic Physician Continuing Education

• Develop an appreciation of the impact of culture group, minority group and racial group on the health care relationship
• Increase sensitivity, knowledge and skills to promote effective intercultural interactions
• Identify the professional's own cultural identity/judgments /biases and their impact on their behavior and how they are perceived by clients and patients
• Recognize cultural variables that appear in verbal and non-verbal communication
• Examine the influence of culture in our patient population
• Differentiate the provider's culture

• Define anti-aging medicine
• Compare and contrast the differing opinions on anti-aging medicine
• List the moral questions associate with the anti-aging movement
• Describe how the anti-aging movement is viewed from a feminist perspective

• Describe the moral questions concerning home care for the elderly
• Identify the relationship between the cared for and the care giver
• Explain the focus of governmental programs for dependent elderly care
• List the values necessary to support elder care at home

• Outline the history of the nursing home
• Describe the evolution of bioethical thought on nursing home care
• List strategies for creating a more ethical nursing home environment
• Ways nursing homes can aid residents in addressing end-of-life concerns

• Give examples of the roots of an ageist attitude in the United States
• Describe the dynamics of the power relationship between care giver and cared for
• Explain the issues involved in setting boundaries in the institutional environment
• Describe the difference between independent and relational autonomy

• Define elder abuse, neglect and self-neglect
• Describe the “expressive – collaborative” model of approaching ethics
• Compare and contrast the classical definition of autonomy with “actual autonomy”
• Explain how remaining in an abusive / neglectful environment may constitute the best alternative for an individual

• Cite the historical perspective on senility
• Describe how the pervasive bioethical viewpoint affects the experience of people with dementia
• Explain the concepts of dignity
• Compare and contrast various definitions of dignity relative to those with dementia

• List the foundational assumptions that define advance care planning in the United States
• Differentiate hospice care from palliative care
• Describe the issues that arise when individual choice is the main focus of advance care planning
• Explain how the modern culture of medicine influences end – of – life care
• Compare and contrast the current approach towards end – of – life care with the authors. “bottom up,” approach

• Cite examples of how the elderly have been marginalized during disasters
• Define what is meant by the “axes of susceptibility”
• Identify the ethical obligation to the elderly during major disasters
• Describe how planning, communication and coordination is an ethical imperative in disasters
• Explain the concept of “place holding,” and how it fits into disaster planning

• Identify the correlation of resistance exercise and lipoprotein Patterns
• Discuss the effect of Boswellia on arthritis
• Review the effect of green tea on weight loss
• Establish the relationship of exercise and water replacement
• Identify the relationship of red wine and the cardiovascular system

• Distinguish how orange juice can improve blood lipid profiles
• Discuss dietary aspects for the vegetarian athlete
• Identify the relationship between bromelain and acute inflammation
• Develop the anti-septic activity of tea tree oil
• Describe Probiotics

• Review aspects of antioxidants and free radicals
• Discuss how silymarin can improve an alcohol-damaged liver
• Describe the connection/mechanism between atherosclerosis and vitamin E
• Identify research evidence between whole grains and disease
• Delineate the relationship of magnesium and hypertension

• Identify risk factors of cardiovascular disease
• Construct a list of appropriate food and food groups associated with cardiovascular disease prevention
• Evaluate various supplements that are beneficial in prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease
• Differentiate various diets in regard to cardiovascular disease

• Discuss various diet and lifestyle factors involving hypertension
• Recognize the relationship between various minerals and hypertension
• Distinguish the nutritional aspects of various related cardiovascular conditions
• Identify the relationship between various herbs and peripheral vascular diseases

• Discuss the basics of herbal medicine
• Identify the conditions treated with herbs
• List the effects, indications and dosages for T Bilberry and Black Cohosh

• Identify the conditions treated with specific herbs
• List the effects, indications and dosages for Boswellia, Burdock Root, Bromelain, Calendula, Cascara sagrada, Cayenne, CBD (cannabis), Chamomile, Echinacea

• Discuss the mechanism and effects of Feverfew, Garlic, Ginger, Ginkgo Biloba, Ginseng, Goldenseal, Gugulipid, Gymnena Sylvestre, Horse Chestnut, Lemon Balm, Licorice, Milk Thistle, Nettle, Passionflower, Psyllium, Pygeum, Senna, Shiitake, St. Johns Wort, Saw Palmetto, Tea Tree Oil, Tumeric, Valerian Root, and White Willow

• Identify changes in vitamin needs and status that occurs with aging and in the elderly
• List changes in mineral needs and status that occurs with aging and in the elderly
• Demonstrate an understanding of protein, fiber and water needs of the elderly
• Identify important antioxidants in the elderly and the interactions that exist between them
• Create a list of nutritional deficiencies and how they can lead to disease and illness in the elderly

• Demonstrate an understanding of the role of calcium and other minerals in osteoporosis
• Design a treatment protocol for the osteoporotic patient
• Create nutritional guidelines for the pregnant female
• Identify changes in vitamin and mineral requirements in pregnancy
• Review the nutritional changes that occur with lactation

• Understand proper growth rates and weight gain in early childhood
• Identify specific minerals involved in childhood nutrition
• Explain the stages of obesity development in childhood
• Review the importance and problems associated with childhood obesity
• Evaluate the role of fiber in childhood

• Identify the link between obesity and disease
• Understand body composition and assessment methods
• Design a practical weight loss diet program
• Perform obesity related calculations quick and easily in the office
• Recognize the role of exercise and other lifestyle factors that can influence obesity.

• Identify the challenges inherent in the diagnosis and management of patients with complex and chronic multi-factorial problems
• Associate a multitude of common symptomatic complaints with foundational metabolic disorders such as elevated total toxic load and "leaky gut"
• Apply a systematic approach to functional laboratory diagnostics and associate the findings with the need for specific therapeutic strategies using nutrients, botanical medicines, and nutraceutical compounds
• Demonstrate an ability to institute life-style modifications, such as dietary changes, stress management techniques, and exercise in the management of patients with complex chronic illness
• Measure your ability to assess, diagnose, and treat patients with fatigue-related disorders, vague gastrointestinal complaints, cognitive dysfunction, thyroid-adrenal problems, food intolerance, and more

• Identify the challenges inherent in the diagnosis and management of patients with complex and chronic multi-factorial problems
• Associate findings such systemic skin problems with foundational metabolic disorders
• Apply a systematic approach to functional laboratory diagnostics and associate the findings with the need for specific therapeutic strategies
• Discuss the modification of your approach to case management based on outcome-assessment
• Assess, diagnose, and treat patients with serious food allergy and sensitivity, dermatologic disorders, immune dysfunction, and persistent serious hypertension

• Identify the sources of toxic exposure in modern industrial society, the prevalence of exposure, and the health ramifications of elevated total toxic body burden
• Associate a multitude of common symptomatic complaints (ie: fatigue, cognitive dysfunction, skin problems, global pain, etc.) with foundational metabolic disorders related to issues such as elevated total toxic load and "leaky gut"
• Discover the specific biochemical methodology utilized by human metabolism to render toxins harmless and excrete them from the body
• Explain the inherent complications within the normal detoxification process related to the formation of toxic intermediates and the increase in oxidative stress
• Explore the effect of elevated oxidative stress on mitochondrial function and cellular energy production

• Identify various pathologies associated with increased toxicity and total oxidative stress
• Outline specific strategies of patient assessment to determine toxic load and individual hepatic detoxification capacity
• Discriminate between the various pathways of hepatic detoxification biochemistry and objectively assess each pathway
• Explain the use of specific nutrients, nutraceutical compounds, botanical medicines, and foods to lower oxidative stress
• Explore the benefits and complications of adjunctive therapies in the management of patients with elevated toxic load and poor detoxification capacity

• Identify common drug and nutrient interactions
• Identify herbal interactions
• Identify nutrient and nutrient interactions
• Recognize different toxicity levels for various nutrients
• To formulate treatment recommendations based a patient's medication intake.

• Identify some of the functions of Co Q10
• Use Co Q10 for as appropriate as a supplement
• List the issues of performance changes with Co Q10
• Discuss the reasons for, and application of, Co Q10 for patients with Parkinson Disease and migraines

• Identify how free radicals are formed and what parts of the body are affected.
• Determine the relationship between antioxidants and cardiovascular disease and cancer
• Discuss the role that vitamins, amino acids and herbs have in pain control.
• Examine inflammation and the pro-inflammatory state.
• Construct an anti-inflammatory diet
• Determine which vitamins, minerals and herbs are useful as natural anti-inflammatories.
• Identify the role of Proteolytic enzymes and inflammation and review sources of fatty acids.

• Frame the problem and basic epidemiology of chronic G.I. disorders
• Present evidence of linkage between chronic G.I. disorders with other common medical conditions
• Discuss the current hypothesis of associations between intestinal hyperpermeability and systemic illnesses
• Review cutting edge assessment tools and tests for G.I. disorders
• Outline and suggest rational and efficacious cutting-edge non-drug treatment interventions for functional G.I. disorders.

• Understand how muscle contraction occurs
• Review practical muscle physiology
• Determine how the body responds to exercise
• Discuss the role of hormones in regards to muscle
• Identify the components of proper assessment for physical fitness
• Review the main components of a weight training exercise program
• Identify various exercise training methods
• Discuss the practical aspects of body composition
• Review basic nutrition and how it relates to sport and exercise
• Determine the energy needs and energy balance of the athlete

• Discuss the causes and genetics of Alzheimer's Disease
• Review the diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease, including symptoms, incidence, course, and risk factors
• Understand conventional lab tests for Alzheimer's Disease
• Review the conventional treatment options for Alzheimer's disease, including drug therapies
• Understand new drug research and innovative drug strategies for Alzheimer's disease
• Utilize nutritional strategies for Alzheimer's disease, including vitamin, mineral and herbal therapies
• Discuss and define drug-vitamin-herb interactions for nutritional supplements recommended for Alzheimer's disease

• Define the common signs and symptoms leading to the diagnosis of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
• Utilize conventional and alternative lab test for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
• Learn about the conventional treatment options for ALS, including drug therapies and new drug research
• Utilize nutritional support strategies for ALS, including diet, and nutritional supplements
• Coordinate care with the Medical Profession for innovative drug strategies for ALS

• NOTE: Approved for 7 hours Category A in Ontario
• Define the common signs and symptoms leading to the diagnosis of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
• Utilize conventional and alternative lab test for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
• Learn about the conventional treatment options for ALS, including drug therapies and new drug research
• Utilize nutritional support strategies for ALS, including diet, and nutritional supplements
• Coordinate care with the Medical Profession for innovative drug strategies for ALS
• Review Age-Associated Mental Decline, including its symptoms, causes and innovative drug therapies
• Discuss and define nutritional support strategies for Age-Associated Mental Decline, including vitamins, hormones and antioxidants
• Outline innovative drug strategies for cognitive enhancement
• Apply nutritional support strategies for cognitive enhancement
• Discuss the interactions between nutritional supplements and diuretics, statins and anticoagulant drugs
• Discuss the interactions between nutritional supplements and antidepressants, antidiabetic medications, and antibiotics
• Discuss the interactions between drugs and the B vitamins, fat soluble vitamins
• Discuss the interactions between drugs and vitamin C, folic acid, PABA, progesterone, tyrosine, phenylalanine, and therapeutic oils

• Review Age-Associated Mental Decline, including its symptoms, causes and innovative drug therapies
• Discuss and define nutritional support strategies for Age-Associated Mental Decline, including vitamins, hormones and antioxidants
• Outline innovative drug strategies for cognitive enhancement
• Apply nutritional support strategies for cognitive enhancement

• Discuss the interactions between nutritional supplements and diuretics, statins and anticoagulant drugs
• Discuss the interactions between nutritional supplements and antidepressants, antidiabetic medications, and antibiotics
• Discuss the interactions between drugs and the B vitamins, fat soluble vitamins
• Discuss the interactions between drugs and vitamin C, folic acid, PABA, progesterone, tyrosine, phenylalanine, and therapeutic oils

• Define the criteria for diagnosing chronic fatigue syndrome
• Outline the causes of chronic fatigue syndrome
• Summarize the relationship between chronic fatigue syndrome and the endocrine system
• Discuss natural therapies that may be helpful for CFS patients
• Describe the relationship between neurotransmitters and chronic fatigue syndrome

• Define obesity, including its symptoms, epidemiology and effects on health and wellness.
• Review conventional treatments for obesity
• Discuss popular diets for obesity and weight loss, and the macronutrients: carbohydrates, protein, and fats
• Review nutritional support strategies for weight loss.

• Adequately frame the problem and basic epidemiology of cardiovascular disorders (CVD)
• Present evidence of the relationship between obesity, insulin resistance, inflammation, stress and CVD
• Summarize the standard medical and laboratory evaluation techniques and why they may only screen for approximately 50% of people at significant risk for CVD
• Appraise the latest laboratory evaluations, including Lp (a), Apo A1, Apo B, hs-CRP, homocysteine, fibrinogen, AA/EPA, LDL-subclass and others to determine CVD risk
• Critique the current dietary, lifestyle, nutritional supplement, nutraceutical, and herbal strategies as therapeutic management options to reduce CVD risk and for the treatment of those who already have cardiovascular issues, including: high cholesterol and dyslipidemia, genetic susceptibilities, chronic inflammation, coagulation abnormalities, and insulin resistance-related risk factors

• Generate a list of disorders associated with gluten sensitivity
• Describe to patients where gluten is likely to be found and which foods are generally safe for a gluten sensitive patient
• Interpret journal articles or general publication articles in the light of the history of gluten sensitivity diagnosis
• Critique articles and authors who claim that celiac disease is the only proven form of gluten reaction
• Detect and differentiate chronic gluten reactions in patients from other causes of inflammation and disease

• Describe the historical context of celiac understanding
• Document reasons why celiac disease is nearly always misdiagnosed
• Present valid arguments from cited literature how celiac disease is an autoimmune condition
• Defend recent scientific advances for the leaky gut syndrome
• Discuss reasons why celiac disease is a global concern, not just an American issue.

• Defend the implementation of a gluten free diet in celiac and non-celiac gluten sensitive patients based on sound evidence from current literature
• Document reasons why a first-degree relative of a known celiac should be gluten-free
• Summarize the current rate of celiac diagnosis in the US
• Contrast the expected findings of a celiac patient and non-celiac gluten intolerant patient
• Recognize that neurological signs can result from gluten intolerance

• Identify which supplements are commonly used in exercise and sport
• Determine the benefits and risks of individual ergogenic aids
• Discuss the role that individual vitamins have in exercise and sport
• Examine the role that individual minerals have in exercise and sport
• Investigate the value of sport drinks
• Ascertain when fluids are most beneficial in sport
• Apply how exercise effects the immune system
• Review the positive and negative effects of exercise
• Identify the role of antioxidants in sport and exercise

• Summarize the bowel protective mechanisms and their role in health and disease
• Outline a treatment strategy for imbalanced gut flora/leaky gut
• Identify common food allergies and determine appropriate nutritional therapy
• Examine the role of fiber in gastrointestinal health
• Create a treatment plan for common GI complaints of constipation and diarrhea
• Determine appropriate nutritional treatments for ulcers
• Theorize how diet can affect Inflammatory bowel disease
• Understand how to successfully use nutrition to treat a variety of gastrointestinal disorders
• Comprehend a rationale treatment protocol for Irritable bowel syndrome
• Determine correct doses of supplements used for various gastrointestinal disorders
• Ascertain the safety and risks associated with commonly prescribed gastrointestinal supplements

• Identify which supplements are commonly used in exercise and sport
• Ascertain the rationale of using specific individual sport supplements
• Differentiate between fact and fiction of the supplement in relation to sport and exercise
• Determine the practical use in sport for individual supplements
• Determine the benefits of individual ergogenic supplements
• Examine the risks associated with individual supplements
• Investigate the value of specific supplements via studies
• Define contraindications and interactions with the supplement
• Recommend the correct dose of the supplement for sport and exercise

• Identify various energy systems of the body and how they relate to exercise and sport
• Theorize which energy system is used for a specific sport event/activity
• Summarize the physiology of fat, protein and carbohydrate metabolism and utilization in exercise and sport
• Understand the relationship between the energy systems and various exercise parameters
• Create a diet protocol for the athlete prior to their sport or exercise activity
• Determine and understand the timing of meals in exercise and sport
• Outline a useful program for a person to maximize carbohydrate stores
• Theorize how glycemic index can affect exercise and sport activity
• Ascertain differences between food variables and how they affect exercise and sport performance

• Review nutritional supplements useful for weight loss.
• Discuss the research for conjugated linoleic acid for weight loss.
• Outline the associations between thyroid function and weight loss.
• Summarize dietary supplements that increase thermogenesis.

• Differentiate various nutrition assessment techniques.
• Determine which body fat/composition technique is most appropriate for the individual.
• Calculate essential measurements for weight loss patients.

• Appraise the reviewed research studies for salient elements of bias.
• Describe the sensitivity and specificity of common food sensitivity tests.
• Identify the effect of common natural interventions for IBS.
• Compare results of the low FODMAP diet to conventional dietary approach for IBS.
• Differentiate between clinical and statistical significance in natural medicine interventions for IBS
• Grade the magnitude of effect size for natural medicine interventions.
• Interpret the effect size of an intervention as it relates to the numbers needed to treat for benefit.
• Identify the risk of bias level for studies included in a systematic review on yoga for IBS.

• Discuss the role of diet in causing and preventing various diseases, particularly chronic diseases.
• Describe methods used to assess nutrition status.
• Explain how dietary recommendations are formulated.
• Incorporate nutritional information into clinical practice and advise patients about eating for optimum health as well as using dietary change as a therapeutic intervention
• Evaluate the benefits and risks of nutritional recommendations for specific health conditions through an analysis of the existing scientific and clinical evidence

Hour 1 - 3

• Discuss the role of diet in causing and preventing various diseases, particularly chronic diseases.
• Describe methods used to assess nutrition status.
• Explain how dietary recommendations are formulated.
• Incorporate nutritional information into clinical practice and advise patients about eating for optimum health as well as using dietary change as a therapeutic intervention
• Evaluate the benefits and risks of nutritional recommendations for specific health conditions through an analysis of the existing scientific and clinical evidence

Hour 4

• Investigate the importance of nutrient deficiencies
• Review the role of essential nutrients in human health
• Analyze the interaction between nutrients and various illnesses
• Ascertain the role herbs have in health and disease
• Understand drug and nutrient interactions

• Investigate the importance of nutrient deficiencies
• Review the role of essential nutrients in human health
• Analyze the interaction between nutrients and various illnesses
• Ascertain the role herbs have in health and disease
• Understand drug and nutrient interactions

• This contains all courses with the educational objectives listed in Nutrition 147 through 157

• Review the clinical presentation of Diabetes
• Examine the role of nutrition and diet in Diabetes
• Design an appropriate supplement protocol for the diabetic patient
• Develop nutritional guidelines for hypoglycemia

• This contains all courses with the educational objectives listed from Nutrition 148 through 154

• Identify sources and functions of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, alcohol, vitamins, minerals, and water in the human body.
• Demonstrate the importance of a balanced diet and use tools that can be utilized to evaluate the nutritional adequacy of a diet (RDA, Dietary Guidelines, MyPlate, etc.).
• Identify the relationship between diet and chronic diseases/illnesses (cardiovascular disease, diabetes, obesity, cancer, hypertension, osteoporosis, etc.) and what modifications can be made in the diet to reduce the risk for these diseases/illnesses.
• Recall current nutritional recommendations for healthy eating habits (American Heart Association, American Cancer Society, etc.).
• Utilize nutrition terminology and related terminology appropriately.
• Demonstrate lifelong healthful eating habits by differentiating between beneficial and non-beneficial dietary practices.
• Develop nutritional scripts for 10 of the most common adult pathologies that can be potentially palliative or reverses through dietary changes.

• Understand the relationship between BPH and nutrition/supplements
• Develop a nutrition treatment program for UTI's
• Design a nutrition therapy program for kidney stones and gallstones
• Explore the relationship between diet and hyperestrogenism and its related diseases such as PMS and FBD
• Outline a nutrition treatment program for menopause

• Analyze the relationship between tendonitis/bursitis and nutrition
• Identify the nutritional treatment of muscle cramps/leg cramps and soreness
• Discuss nutrition treatment for Muscular dystrophy
• Determine an appropriate nutrition treatment for Fibromyalgia

• Identify the etiology and pathology of arthritis.
• Outline a diet that is helpful in the treatment of arthritis.
• Apply specific supplements to an arthritic condition.

• Review the risk factors and mechanisms of heart disease.
• Identify the parts of a proper diet to prevent heart disease.
• Evaluate various supplements that are beneficial in prevention and treatment of heart disease.

• Recall various foods with high amounts of Flavonoids and briefly relate their impact health
• Indicate the basic chemical structural similarities and differences of Flavonoids
• Relate potential benefits of combining Flavonoids, and ways of improving their bioavailability and efficacy
• Explain why some Flavonoids may be effective according to their chemical structure, specifically in a study for neuroprotection
• Discuss Flavonoid use and neuromuscular treatment considerations
• Integrate knowledge of Flavonoids and biochemical pathways to prescribe individualized nutrition treatments to your patients and appreciate the potential for overprescribing too many competing herbs
• Examine and demonstrate how and why Green Tea extract may play an inclusive role in health

• This contains all courses with the educational objectives listed in Nutrition 157 and 158

• Quantify the prevalence rates of patients using opioids and herbal products
• Demonstrate the significance to the chiropractor of interactions between different herbs and common prescription drugs
• Discuss the at risk populations for interactions including the pregnant, and elderly populations
• Record and list the most common interactions of common food and herbal products
• Record and list the effects of the common interactions of common heart medication and herbal products
• Demonstrate evidence that supports the use of health care providers assessing patients for these interactions.
• Discuss the role of the chiropractor in the role of identifying these interactions.
• Illustrate several books, and smart phone based electronic applications to make the process of identification easier for a chiropractor and patient.
• Evaluate common case scenarios

Hour 1: Evolutionary Biology Influence on Clinical Physiology

• Discuss infection, evolution, immunity, inflammation, and fibrosis.
• Compare short-term survival v. long-term chronicity.

 Hour 2: Summarize Inflammation in both Pain and Disease

• Utilize Laboratory diagnosis of inflammation.
• Provide Nutritional management for inflammation.

Hour 3: Justification of Sleep Hygiene

• Explain the role for sleep and sleep’s influence on immunity, cognition, psychiatric conditions, hunger, fertility, blood sugar control, vascular health, and more.
• Summarize the influence of sleep on brain neurochemistry.

Hour 4: Define the Recently Discovered Glymphatic System

• Discuss the glymphatic system and how to optimize its influence on health.
• Emphasize the importance of the glymphatic system in relation to neurodegenerative diseases.

Hour 5: Point out the Role of Vitamins for Chronic Disease Prevention

• Emphasize the importance of B vitamins to lower homocysteine.
• Point out the relationship between elevated homocysteine and vascular injury risks.
• Justify why people need between 5-8 different supplements and explain why.

Hour 6: Analyze the Science of a Healthy Diet

• Justify high vegetable, low lectin, low glycemic dietary habits, and their influence on physiology.
• Summarize problems with refined carbohydrates, monosodium glutamate, aspartame, and chemical toxins.
• Explain the drivers and consequences of a leaky gut.
• Demonstrate glycation and its consequences.
• Explore the benefits of Intermittent Fasting

Hour 7: Appraise Chiropractic Clinical Practice and Pain Management

• Integrate the Gate Theory of Pain and the Chiropractic Adjustment
• Quantify the Opioids Epidemic and the Positive Influence of Chiropractic
• Diagram the importance of the omega-6 / omega-3 ratio
• Caution Against the Ingestion of Excitotoxins

Hour 8: Detail the Benefits of Exercise

• Emphasize the Benefits of High Intensity Interval Training.
• Introduce the Harmful Effects of Fructose on Energy Production

• Discuss the Nutritional Aspect of effect size of red meat reduction
• Discuss the importance of the GRADE evidence evaluation method.
• Explain the Nutritional importance of the choice of the red meat reduction target
• Summarize the multiple lines of evidence supporting the guideline recommendation.

• Define very low carb (ketogenic), low carb, and moderate carbohydrate diets
• Describe the proposed mechanism of how low carbohydrate diets may improve outcomes
• Summarize the evidence supporting low and very low carbohydrate diets in diabetes management
• Critique the arguments for the long-term use of ketogenic diets

• Understand the importance of normal bowl defense mechanisms
• Develop a nutritional treatment for candidiasis and gut flora imbalances
• Examine the importance of fiber on human health
• Design a nutritional treatment program for constipation and diarrhea

• Identify different types of natural anti-inflammatories.
• Determine which anti-inflammatory is best for a particular patient.
• Develop an anti-inflammatory diet.
• Examine the concept of health and aging
• Determine an appropriate lifestyle to increase the chances of living longer
• Analyze various diets and dietary patterns that play a role in aging
• Ascertain which foods are of greater benefit in regards to aging and longevity
• Develop an appropriate anti-aging diet
• Identify the risk factors associated with osteoporosis
• Outline a beneficial diet for osteoporosis
• Determine an appropriate supplement protocol
• Examine the role of exercise in the treatment of osteoporosis

• Analyze the role between diet and the immune system.
• Design a nutrition supplement program to stimulate the immune system.
• Develop a nutrition program for colds, flu, sore throat and infections.
• Understand basic detoxification techniques.
• Examine the role of nutrition and diet in regards to chronic fatigue syndrome.

• Analyze the role between diet and the immune system.
• Design a nutrition supplement program to stimulate the immune system.
• Develop a nutrition program for colds, flu, sore throat and infections.
• Understand basic detoxification techniques.
• Examine the role of nutrition and diet in regards to chronic fatigue syndrome.

Hour 1

• Define and explain the chronic illnesses so prevalent in today’s society.
• Recognize and calculate life expectancy statistics
• Describe the difference between traditional and modern (commercial diets)
• Distinguish the differences between raw and pasteurized milk
• Recognize the difference between healthy and commercial butter and eggs
• Discuss the difference between hydrogenated and non-hydrogenated fats/oils

 Hour 2 

• Contrast the differences between lacto fermented and non-fermented soy (tofu, edamame)
• Compare breast milk to soy formula
• Identify the difference between sea salt and industrialized salt
• Summarize the benefits of cholesterol
• Explain the dangers of cholesterol lowering drugs
• List the benefits of sunlight

• Identify the risk factors associated with osteoporosis
• Outline a beneficial diet for osteoporosis
• Determine an appropriate supplement protocol
• Examine the role of exercise in the treatment of osteoporosis

• Identify different types of natural anti-inflammatories.
• Determine which anti-inflammatory is best for a particular patient.
• Develop an anti-inflammatory diet.

• Develop an appropriate nutrition program for an ulcer
• Identify the importance of diet in Celiac’s disease (non-tropical sprue)
• Outline a nutrition program for a patient with lactose intolerance
• Design a nutrition treatment program for GERD
• Examine the role of nutrition and supplements in irritable bowel syndrome

Hour 1

• Recognize normal cognitive and memory lapses and signs of declining cognition.
• Differentiate the assessment tools and the pros & cons of each
• Review evidence-based dietary patterns and specific foods that impact cognition
• Review additional evidence-based lifestyle factors that contribute to cognition
• Summarize dietary supplements which may impact cognition

Hour 2

• Recognize 5 categories of early aging
• Identify nutrient deficiencies associated with aging
• Examine epigenetics in aging, specifically COMT and MTHFR
• Review stress physiology and its contribution to aging
• Review contributions of microbiome to healthy physiology and aging

• Outline the nature of and hallmarks of cancer
• Summarize the relationship between physical activity and cancer
• Summarize the relationship between nutrition and cancer
• Summarize the relationship between massage therapy and cancer
• Summarize the relationship between acupuncture and cancer
• Summarize the relationship between manual therapy and cancer

• Summarize the assessment and diagnosis of pain
• List and describe 5 common causes of back pain and how to prevent injury
• Outline the causes of fibromyalgia
• Illustrate the mechanisms of inflammation and pain
• Discuss the pain of peripheral neuropathy

• Evaluate the test-retest, intra- and inter-examiner reliability of the body pain diagram for determining pain distribution and location for musculoskeletal conditions
• Summarize the current state of knowledge on neuropathic pain, with focus on how it differs from nociception
• Review of the current literature regarding the epidemiology, diagnosis and management of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
• Explore central nervous system neuroplastic adaptations that may contribute to the pathophysiology of chronic conditions
• Differentiate symptoms and signs of central sensitization, peripheral neuropathic pain and nociceptive pain in patients with low back pain (with or without leg pain)

• Gain insight into the different types of pain
• Differentiate different sources of spinal pain
• Summarize the societal and clinical challenges of the pain patient
• Describe the difference between acute and chronic pain
• Provide an initial appreciation of alternative treatment options
• Understand the importance of chiropractic principles with the pain patient

• Describe 3 ways how pain can be a burden to the patient and society
• Describe 2 key components of the biopsychosocial model for treating pain
• Describe how pain is a multisystem output
• Describe the neuromatrix and how it relates to a person’s neural signature
• List 3 medical terms that can influence a patient’s level of fear and anxiety
• Describe 3 body systems that can be influenced by a persistent state of pain
• Outline the 12 treatment principles in the context of therapeutic neuroscience education for patients with persistent pain

• Evaluate the relationships among thoracic spinal stiffness, pain and muscle activity in healthy subjects and those with chronic thoracic pain
• Summarize updated chronic pain classification updates from the ICD-11
• Compare and contrast the clinical presentation and pathophysiology of Fibromyalgia (FM) and Myofascial Pain Syndrome (MPS)
• Summarize a clinical framework to sub-categorize pain patients based on an individual’s dominant pain etiology 
• Examine the effect of neural tissue management on pain and disability in patients with chronic musculoskeletal pain

• Expand your application of the biopsychosocial model of chronic pain by exploring an enactive approach to pain
• Recognize the clinical complexities involved in identifying malingering in chronic pain patients
• Outline relevant factors pertaining to clinical presentation, pathophysiology and treatment of chronic neuropathic pain
• Investigate the hypoalgesic effect of thoracic spinal manipulation on pain induced by temporal summation
• Explore the potential brain mechanisms involved in pain relief achieved via Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) application

• Outline a recent clinical guideline on the chiropractic management of chronic musculoskeletal pain 
• Identify a common set of recommendations from high-quality clinical guidelines that can be applied to a wide range of musculoskeletal pain conditions 
• Explore which target concepts are important to patients who improved following a pain science education intervention for persistent pain 
• Investigate whether untrained trait mindfulness is associated with differential responses to pain stimuli and whether these intrinsic differences reflect differential patterns of resting-state functional connectivity in the brain 
• Characterize the pain-based mechanisms of thoracic spinal manipulation and advance the preliminary validation of brain-based models as potential clinical biomarkers of pain

Hour 1

• Define interventional pain management and how it can be applied to help solve acute and chronic pain.
• Outline and critique different pain theories.
• Outline the Biopsychosocial model of chronic pain and explain why this model is the most comprehensive for acute and chronic pain management.
• Summarize how to integrate interventional pain management with conservative care for acute and chronic pain.

Hour 2:

• Describe common interventional pain management procedures and how to integrate them into a comprehensive plan of care.
• List the most utilized injections and when they are considered.
• Identify when a spinal cord stimulator may be considered and how it can aid conservative management.
• Explain the use of endoscopic procedures and when they may be utilized to treat acute and chronic pain.

• Explore chiropractic patients’ perceptions of discomfort, pain, and stiffness to determine if and how they differentiate among the concepts 
• Describe the relationship between the presence of an audible pop during spinal manipulative therapy and pain outcomes
• Evaluate the effect of spinal manipulation on pressure pain thresholds in a real-world clinical setting 
• Assess whether a 10-second one legged stance test can independently predict survival in middle and older aged men and women 
• Illustrate the relationship between physical activity levels and pain

• Relate the different neurophysiologic mechanisms to the development of chronic pain states. 
• Draw the pathways specific to Lamina I versus Lamina V sensory pathways.
• Discuss basic science research that supports the main theories of chronic/central pain syndromes.  
• Apply basic neurorehabilitation techniques to modulate chronic pain circuits.
• Develop treatment plans for chronic pin patients consistent with current pain models.

• This contains all courses with the educational objectives listed from Pain 116 through Pain 121

• Relate the effects of interoceptive dysfunction to the development of chronic pain.
• Draw the pathways specific to Lamina I versus Lamina V sensory pathways.
• Discuss how the interoceptive nervous system may relate to Functional Neurologic Symptom Disorder.
• Apply knowledge of how interoceptive dysfunction may negatively affect higher cortical functions.
• Design and utilize strategies that normalize interoception to improve intractable patient symptoms.

• Relate the effects of cold sensory deficit to chronic central pain states.
• Map the pathways specific to Lamina I versus Lamina V sensory afferents.
• Discuss basic science research that links C-Fiber subpopulations with hyper-excitability of sensory neurons.
• Apply techniques to gate pain processing through the Dorsal Insula/Anterior Cingulate pain switch.
• Utilize relationship between cold pathways and pain pathways to gate chronic pain.

• Identify the relationship between the ANS and chronic pain.
• Explore the cause of sympathetic maintained pain.
• Discuss the emerging role of the brain and spinal cord in CRPS.
• Apply non-invasive neuromodulation techniques for pain control.
• Formulate an effective treatment plan based on current knowledge.

• Relate the effects of failure within the DNIC to the development of chronic pain.
• Draw the pathways specific to ascending sensory and descending pain modulatory circuits.
• Apply knowledge of the DNIC, as it relates to chronic lower back pain.
• Discuss basic science research that links the PAG with the phenomena of offset analgesia and conditioned pain modulation.
• Formulate and apply treatment plans based on stimulation of the DNIC utilizing spinal cord stimulation, motor cortex activation and heterotopic noxious conditioning stimulation.

• Relate the effects of cingulate cortex activation on chronic pain suppression.
• Draw and identify regions of the cingulate cortex pertinent to pain and suppression.
• Discuss basic science research that links area’s 32, 24 and 25 with pain and its relief.
• Apply specific techniques to modulate cortical areas 32, 24, and 25 for pain suppression.
• Formulate and implement a treatment plan based on the M1-ACC pain model.

• Describing hormones and their functions.
• Explaining how hormones secreted by anterior and posterior pituitary glands affect diseases and their treatment.
• Describing the role of the thyroid gland and its replacements and antagonistic medications.
• Discussing forms of steroids and corticosteroids and their role in treating disorders.
• Describing the role of antidiabetic agents and adjunctive agents in treating diabetes mellitus (DM).
• Describing role of glucose and glycogen in maintaining homeostasis.
• Providing patient education for compliance with medications used to treat diseases and conditions of the endocrine system.

• Explaining the difference between ophthalmic and otic preparations.
• Recognizing ophthalmic and otic medications and their uses.
• Describing drugs used in the treatment of ototoxicity and vertigo.
• Describing how to store ophthalmic and otic preparations to prevent their being inadvertently interchanged.
• Providing patient education for compliance with medications used to treat diseases and conditions of the eye and ear.

• Describing how topical medications are absorbed into skin.
• Explaining why some topical medications may have systemic effects.
• Discussing various classes of medications used to treat dermatologic conditions.
• Describing general properties of dermatologic preparations, both legend and over-the-counter (OTC), and their  indications.
• Defining and naming typical topical keratolytics, acne preparations, ectoparasiticidal agents, and agents for alopecia.
• Providing patient education for compliance with medications used to treat diseases and conditions of the skin.

• Describing causes and symptoms of joint and muscle pain.
• Discussing therapy for osteoporosis.
• Explaining classes of medications used to treat musculoskeletal conditions.
• Describing how muscle relaxants affect the body and appropriate patient education needed for patient safety.
• Identifying medications used for arthritis.
• Providing patient education for compliance with medications used to treat diseases and conditions of the musculoskeletal system.

• Describing how medications move through the gastrointestinal (GI) tract to be absorbed for the body’s use.
• Discussing medications used for prophylaxis in mouth and tooth disorders and as therapeutics for mouth diseases.
• Explaining actions of medications used for stomach and gallbladder conditions.
• Describing agents used for treatment of hepatitis B and C.
• Describing actions of pancreatic enzymes, antifatulents, antidiarrheals, carminatives, cathartics, and laxatives.
• Describing how anti-inflammatory agents are used with large bowel conditions.
• Discussing preparations used for anorectal disorders.
• Explaining proper choice and use of medications for intestinal parasites, including the needed prophylaxis to prevent recurrence.
• Discussing drugs used for appetite suppression and their side effects.
• Providing patient education for compliance with medications used to treat diseases and conditions of the gastrointestinal system.

• Briefly discussing the respiratory tract as a source for internal and external respirations.
• Describing the effects of antihistamines and decongestants and the use of nasal preparations with respiratory conditions.
• Briefly explaining the need for corticosteroids in acute and chronic respiratory tract diseases and associated side effects of long-term therapy.
• Discussing mucolytics, expectorants, and antitussives and their effects on respiratory secretions.
• Explaining medicinal inhibition of influenza.
• Describing medications for respiratory syncytial virus.
• Providing patient education for compliance with medications used to treat diseases and conditions of the respiratory system.

• Discussing specific electrolytes needed to achieve homeostasis and to balance extracellular and intracellular fluids.
• Describing how and what antiinfectives and antiseptics are used for urinary tract infections.
• Explaining the role of urinary tract analgesics and antispasmodics in treatment of urinary tract conditions.
• Discussing enuresis and medications used for treatment.
• Discussing medications used for treating an overactive bladder (OAB).
• Providing patient education for compliance with medications used to treat diseases and conditions of the urinary system.

• Construct examination/radiographic criteria for Osteochondritis Dissecans
• Dissect the elbow as it relates to lateral epicondylitis
• Develop a diagnostic and treatment approach for adhesive capsulitis
• Review possible causes of Intervertebral Disc Degeneration
• Create a list of differential diagnoses of foot pain

• Develop an understanding of shoulder anatomy and motion as they pertain to diagnosis and treatment of the injured shoulder
• Review examination techniques relative to diagnosis of injury in the overhead athlete
• Review the characteristics and diagnosis of shoulder injuries common to overhead athletes
• Understand the functional anatomy of joint and the classification of traumatic injuries of the acromioclavicular joint
• Develop understanding of the mechanisms, examination, diagnosis, radiography and treatment of common acromioclavicular joint injuries

• Identify common causes of patellofemoral syndrome
• Understand knee mechanics relative to patellofemoral syndrome
• Differentially diagnose patellofemoral syndrome from other knee conditions
• Define an appropriate treatment program for patellofemoral syndrome

• Identify common causes of shoulder syndrome
• Understand functional mechanics of the shoulder relative to impingement syndrome
• Differentially diagnose shoulder impingement from other shoulder conditions
• Define an appropriate treatment program for impingement syndrome.

• Identify common risk factors and causes for CTS
• Define tests and examination procedures to diagnose CTS
• List the common conditions important in the differential diagnosis of CTS
• Develop a chiropractic treatment plan for CTS

• Understand the use of plain film and advanced imaging for patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Identify conservative treatments for Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Discuss supplements relative to alleviating Rheumatoid Arthritis symptoms as well as other treatment additions to the patient's drug regimen
• Provide an overview of the rheumatoid arthritis diagnosis and traditional treatments

• Understand the general features of congestive heart failure, a condition which currently affects 4.9 million Americans
• Determine physical examination and diagnostic imaging findings in patients with congestive heart failure
• Discuss treatment, including conservative management, for congestive heart failure patients
• Discuss conditions commonly associated with congestive heart failure

• Define the classifications of Breast cancer and compare the stage
• List some of the major risk factors for Breast Cancer
• List some of the screening techniques for the detection of Breast Cancer
• Discuss some main options in evaluating breast cancer
• List some of the treatment options that are available for women with a genetic predisposition for Breast Cancer

• List some of the risk factors for low back injuries in the work place
• List the classes of low back etiologies and describe some of the spinal diseases that may cause low back syndrome exacerbation
• List some of the protocols for documenting and managing repetitive stress type injuries and low back pain and describe some of the factors to consider when documenting
• List some of the clinical manifestations of pain
• Describe some of the orthopedic tests that may be utilized in the examination for low back pain
• List some treatment options for Low back injuries

• Relate relatively common but sometimes challenging patient cases
• Explain diagnostic and therapeutic considerations in thyroid disease
• Give examples of diagnostic and therapeutic considerations in drug toxicity
• Describe diagnostic and therapeutic considerations in diabetic neuropathy
• Demonstrate diagnostic and therapeutic considerations in vitamin deficiency

• Summarize premenstrual syndrome, its diagnosis, causes and natural therapies
• Understand premenstrual dysphoric disorder, its diagnosis, causes and natural therapies
• Outline polycystic ovarian syndrome, its diagnosis, causes and natural therapies
• Illustrate menopause, its diagnosis, causes and natural therapies
• Discuss nutritional support for womens health

• Differentiate between premenstrual disorder, menopause and perimenopause
• Identify the causes of Estrogen Dominance in the typical patient for patient education
• Assess hormone levels and diagnosis with saliva and blood spot testing with reputable labs listed
• Observe recorded changes in actual patient histories with treatments and results
• Apply products listed by Brand Names to use for treatments, with suggested dosages

• Diagnose Fibromyalgia and Discuss the modern research that contradicts older ideas about the syndrome, separating myth from fact
• Obtain an accurate diagnosis and differentiate from other syndromes
• Recognize prescription medication side effects
• Apply appropriate movement and exercise therapy
• Select the best alternative and holistic treatments and design a treatment plan
• Treat using integrated care, including physical, emotional and spiritual support as needed

• Detect Intracellular inflammation and its effects on the entire body
• Define Oxidation and illustrate the importance of quality anti-oxidants
• Discover affordable tests you can easily run in your office to determine levels of oxidative stress
• Recall what causes free radicals and discover what resolves the problem
• Summarize environmental toxins and their realistic effects on the health of your patients, your family and you
• Show that Insulin resistance is yesterday’s news, now it’s Hormonal resistance Analyze weight loss resistance and how to correct it
• Analyze lifestyle choices that "pull the trigger" for epigenetics and how to reverse it
• Describe the new catch-all term: Mitochondrial diseases. Formerly known as “no known cause, no known cure”
• Summarize Methylation, Methyl donors, and its depletion
• Examine cell membrane impermeability and its effect on your paradigm of health
• Determine the role of antioxidants, fatty acids, and vitamin D: what you should use in your clinic now to get people well

• Utilize Salivary pH readings to determine the need for Fatty Acid Supplementation and dietary modification
• Discuss Candidiasis with your patient and interpret the results of their home self-test
• Determine if your patient is best served with a vegetarian lifestyle, and if not, measures you can take to improve their health
• Interpret the Zinc Tally test for your patient and prescribe a treatment plan that can greatly improve the overall health and longevity of your patient
• Measure specific blood pressure readings to demonstrate adrenal hypofunction
• Formulate your treatment plan based upon your results Discover an affordable and simple test for Sick Building Syndrome, Toxic Mold and other toxic loads
• Rate a patient’s need for calcium and mineral supplementation with the easily-performed Tissue Calcium Test
• Identify important underlying factors in weight loss or gain with Barne’s Thyroid Test
• Diagnosis an underlying deficiency that contributes to immune dysfunction, metabolic dysfunction, weight gain, skin rashes and more
• Quickly determine a definitive need for hydrochloric acid supplementation in every patient with gastric upset

• Define Genetic Testing and name some of the components in the gene that are being examined.
• List some laboratory techniques used in genetic testing.
• Name some types of genetic tests and explain the purpose of the tests. 
• Describe some of the methods of obtaining gene samples for laboratory analysis
• List some of the limitations and risks for genetic testing
• Discuss some of the ethical issues in genetic testing

• Define Fibromyalgia from an allopathic perspective
• Review historical treatment by traditional medical community
• Examine current allopathic theories and treatments
• Review signs and symptoms, demographics and presentation of the fibromyalgia patient
• Obtain an accurate diagnosis through labwork and history as it pertains to the fibromyalgia patient.
• Differentially Diagnosis adrenal fatigue, perimenopause, myofascial pain syndrome, chronic fatigue
• Determine the Labwork needed to evaluate a fibromyalgia patient
• Discuss the fibromyalgia patient’s point of view of symptoms and treatments
• Contrast the varying possible diagnoses from the alternative healer viewpoint
• Explain the Fibromyalgia “personality type”
• Create a team approach with other practitioners in the treatment of the fibromyalgia patient
• Determine the appropriate organic treatments that may be needed to treat the fibromyalgia patient including Gluten intolerance, Food allergies, and Supplementation
• Discuss Musculoskeletal treatments for fibromyalgia patients including Adjustments, Massage, and Prolo therapy
• Integrate appropriate exercise and home remedies for the fibromyalgia patient including 5 Tibetan Rites, Yoga, Walking, and swimming

• Describe reasons for including neurotransmitter evaluation in a clinical practice
• Recognize that common symptom patterns that can occur from neurotransmitter imbalance
• Defend the use of urinary neurotransmitter evaluation as valid biomarkers
• Document reasons for neurotransmitter depletion
• Summarize methods of neuropharmacology intervention
• Select the appropriate test for symptom pattern Interpret neurotransmitter patterns from test results

• Discuss the effects of spinal manipulation on headache
• Refer for alternative remedies for headaches
• Evaluate the emotional and mind-body connections as it relates to headaches
• List 14 different categories of foods that can trigger a Migraine
• Discover the eastern diagnosis of underlying conditions for headaches, including emotional and spiritual blockages
• Create a treatment plan for addressing the headache and potential underlying conditions
• Differentially diagnose underlying conditions related to headache
• Educate your patients on home remedies for their headaches
• Examine the economic impact of headaches
• Discriminate between headache pains and locations
• Recognize migraine headaches, even when head pain is not present
• Specify musculoskeletal treatments to reduce or eliminate headache symptoms

• Recognize the signs and symptoms of a low back disorder
• List the differential diagnosis of low back disorders
• Outline the different elements of a low back examination
• Identify “red flags” in the examination and evaluation of low back patients
• Summarize additional low back tests that can be performed and the reasons why to use them

• Compare knee joint biomechanics during running and cutting tasks performed with and without ankle taping
• Review common and unusual causes of lateral ankle pain
• Examine the effects of foot orthotics on overpronation and gait
• Relate the current state of knowledge about the pathogenesis of hallux valgus
• Apply contemporary knowledge to the assessment, management and prevention of ankle sprains
• Appraise the relationship between posterior lower limb muscle tightness and plantar fasciitis

• This contains all courses with the educational objectives listed from Physical Diagnosis 146 through Physical Diagnosis 159

• Recognize the signs and symptoms of an elbow disorder
• List appropriate exam procedures for differential diagnosis of elbow disorders
• Outline the different elements of a elbow exam
• Discuss the importance of “red flags” in the exam and evaluation of elbow complaints
• Summarize additional elbow tests that can be performed and under what conditions to use them

• Identify and describe the signs and symptoms hip disorders
• Synthesize differential diagnosis of hip disorders
• Outline and analyze the different elements of a hip exam
• Comprehend the nature of spinal cord and cauda equina injuries and determine their importance in hip disorders
• Apply knowledge of available hip assessments and evaluate how each can best be utilized

Hour 1

• Identify and describe the signs and symptoms hip disorders
• Synthesize differential diagnosis of hip disorders
• Outline and analyze the different elements of a hip exam
• Comprehend the nature of spinal cord and cauda equina injuries and determine their importance in hip disorders
• Apply knowledge of available hip assessments and evaluate how each can best be utilized

Hour 2

• Recognize the signs and symptoms of a neck disorder
• Differentially diagnose neck disorders
• Perform the different elements of a neck exam
• Comprehend the importance of "red flags" in the exam and evaluation of neck complainants
• Summarize additional neck tests that can be performed and under what conditions to use them

Hour 3

• Recognize the signs and symptoms of a shoulder disorder
• Be able to list differential diagnosis of shoulder disorders
• Outline the different elements of a shoulder exam
• Understand the importance of “red flags” in the exam and evaluation of shoulder complainants
• Be able to summarize additional shoulder tests that can be performed and under what conditions to use them

Hour 4

• Identify important chest and thorax landmarks in order to perform a lung examination.
• Summarize the various musculature associated with adult breathing mechanics.
• Demonstrate the differences between consolidation and effusion lung pathologies.
• Diagnose common adult lung pathologies with use of a medical history and full physical examination.

• Recognize the signs and symptoms of a neck disorder
• Differentially diagnose neck disorders
• Perform the different elements of a neck exam
• Comprehend the importance of "red flags" in the exam and evaluation of neck complainants
• Summarize additional neck tests that can be performed and under what conditions to use them

• Recognize the signs and symptoms of a shoulder disorder
• Be able to list differential diagnosis of shoulder disorders
• Outline the different elements of a shoulder exam
• Understand the importance of “red flags” in the exam and evaluation of shoulder complainants
• Be able to summarize additional shoulder tests that can be performed and under what conditions to use them

• Identify important chest and thorax landmarks in order to perform a lung examination.
• Summarize the various musculature associated with adult breathing mechanics.
• Demonstrate the differences between consolidation and effusion lung pathologies.
• Diagnose common adult lung pathologies with use of a medical history and full physical examination.

• Define the differences between visual fields and pathways.
• Recognize the three most common eye conditions and diseases affecting the cranial nerves seen within the chiropractic practice.
• Diagnose common eye diseases and conditions from a funduscopic examination.
• Propose management and co-management options for specific common eye conditions.

• Explain jurisdictional authority over school enrollment and pre-participation physical examinations
• List the common items required on a school enrollment and pre-participation physical examinations
• Outline the key components of the health history
• Identify normal values for vision and hearing acuity
• Calculate BMI and determine age appropriate percentile ranking
• Classify physical maturity using the Tanner Scale
• Assess immunization records for statutory compliance
• Indicate the difference in the level of detail required in the pre-participation exam versus the school enrollment physical
• Recognize the classifications of sports based on exertion required and level of contact
• Describe the process of clearing an athlete to resume training and competition
• Recognize the risk factors to sudden cardiac death syndrome
• Determine the association between risk factors and specific sports

• Recognize the elements and significance of the jugular venous pulse
• Know the physiology and sound of S1 and S2
• Know the physiology and sound of S3 and S4
• Identify systole and diastole by palpation and listening
• Describe heart murmurs
•  Hear and understand the mechanism of two common systolic murmurs

• Justify the addition of manipulative therapy to rehabilitation in the management of recurrent ankle sprain with functional instability
• Compare the effectiveness of plantar fascia-specific stretching to high-load strength training in patients with plantar fasciitis
• Examine the biomechanical mechanisms that may be involved in the foot-to-low back relationship, and how foot orthoses might be used to manage low back pain
• Outline the state of current clinical evidence regarding the use of manual therapies in the treatment of lateral ankle sprains
• Summarize relevant concepts for the diagnosis and management of ankle syndesmosis injuries

• Differentially diagnose prostate pathologies in individuals who present to your office with musculoskeletal pain,
• Differentiate various types of common prostate pathologies
• Expand understanding of prostate pathophysiology, including hormonal and biochemical implications
• Identify prostate pathology risk factors
• Identify the common pre-disposing factors for prostate pathologies that can ultimately mimic musculoskeletal complaints
• Interpret conventional prostate diagnostic procedures and identify protocols to evaluate and monitor prostate health and/or pathology
• Hone diagnostic skills by reviewing and analyzing patient case studies, inclusive of history, exam findings, lab test results for patients presenting with musculoskeletal complaints that may have underlying prostate pathologies

• Recognize the signs and symptoms of a wrist and hand disorder
• Be able to list appropriate exam procedures for a differential diagnosis of wrist and hand disorders
• Outline the different elements of a wrist and hand exam
• Discuss the importance of “red flags” in the exam and evaluation of wrist and hand complaints
• Be able to summarize additional wrist and hand tests that can be performed and under what conditions to use them

• Outline the current state of the literature on the etiology, diagnosis and management of frozen shoulder
• Clarify the influence of the spine on shoulder range of motion in middle-aged and elderly patients
• Assess the utility of three clinical tests evaluating subscapularis muscle function
• Utilize and integrate a simple clinical test to assist in distinguishing neck from shoulder pain
• Summarize the recent Clinical Practice Guideline (APTA) regarding the treatment of adhesive capsulitis

• Recognize the signs and symptoms of a mid-back disorder
• Be able to list differential diagnosis of mid-back disorders
• Outline the different elements of a mid-back exam
• Understand the importance of “red flags” in the exam and evaluation of mid-back complainants
• Be able to summarize additional mid-back tests that can be performed and the reasons why to use them

• Understand basic genetic and how this new field of medicine may impact your practice
• Learn and key common genomic medicine study type.
• Critically evaluate genomic medicine studies by identifying bias, evaluating effect size, and applying it to your patient.
• Understand the cardiovascular disease association between the SNPs ApoE, Kif6, and MTHFR.
• Consider how polymorphisms may impact the placebo effect.

• List five statistical references that relate to evidence based practice.
• List four Red flags that are pertinent in the evaluation component of treatment.
• Identify the five categories that pertain to possible spinal pain and referred pain.
• Describe two metabolic diseases that can affect the spine.

• This contains all courses with the educational objectives listed from Physical Diagnosis 166 through Physical Diagnosis 169

• Recognize and list four red flags for the cervical and shoulder girdle.
• Identify three medical conditions that may refer to the cervical spine but are non-musculoskeletal in origin and require a physician's intervention.
• Name and describe two CPR for the Cervical Spine.
• List two dural tests that are done for the nervous system in the Cervical region.

• Identify and describe two musculoskeletal issues of the thoracic region.
• List one dural test that is used to evaluate the thoracic region which will assist in determining normal neuromeningeal pathway mobility.
• List two CPR of the spine in the thoracic region that have good reliability and are effective in use.
• List and describe two vascular diagnoses which may relate to Thoracic Spine referred pain

• Identify two serious pathologies that appear to be related to the lumbar spine but are not.
• Describe three categories of pelvic fractures than may occur.
• Describe the objective differences between vascular claudication and neurogenic claudication.
• List the five screening tests for the pelvis and SI joint.

Hour 1:

• Knowledge of human gait analysis and its application to clinical scenarios.
• Explain the common gait terminology, such as stride length, step width, and cadence.
• Identify the stance and swing cycles of gait.
• Summarize the gait cycle and how it relates to normal human ambulation.
• Explain how movements at the pelvis, lower extremity, hip, knee, ankle, and subtalar joints interact during stance to conserve energy, and to protect one from injuries that might otherwise result from the repetitive stresses that occur during gait.

• Describe how patients with over-pronation and over-supination present in a clinical setting.
• Comprehend the functional biomechanics of the lunge, and squat and its relationships to faulty movement patterns.
• Compare Janda’s lower extremity functional screens.
• Demonstrate that clinical gait analysis alters treatment decisions to improve functional outcomes.

Hour 3:

• Illustrate the LEFS (lower extremity functional scale), and report its clinical value.
• Demonstrate evidence-based exercises to help improve over-pronation in patients.
• Apply the scientific foundations of modifications for custom orthotics with clinical case scenarios.
• Illustrate, through the use of case scenarios the typical examination findings and documentation of gait analysis in the “O” (objective) section of notes.

• Identify musculoskeletal anatomy pertinent to the abdominal exam.
• Identify the location of intra-abdominal contents relative to the abdominal wall and what is normally palpable.
• Recognize examination techniques used for inspection, auscultation, percussion and palpation of the abdomen.
• Name advanced techniques used to evaluate the acute abdomen.

• Describe thyroid anatomy and physiology. 
• Outline the pathophysiology of hypothyroidism, including possible causes and associated conditions.
• Identify signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism.
• Demonstrate the typical thyroid exam performed in the chiropractor’s office.
• Review the usual and customary conservative and non-conservation management for common thyroid conditions.
• Discuss the role of the chiropractic spinal manipulation in care for patients with thyroid conditions.

• Identify vascular anatomy pertinent to the cardiovascular exam
• Interpret cardiovascular physiology as it relates to physical examination.
• Discuss characteristics of, and techniques used to evaluate, the pulse and blood pressure.
• Name advanced techniques used to evaluate peripheral artery disorders and conditions.

• This contains all courses with the educational objectives listed in Physical Diagnosis 173 thru 175

Hour 1

• Define Nonspecific Low Back/Neck Pain            
• Outline the subcategories of Nonspecific Spinal Pain
• Provide an overview of different techniques
• Analyze the anatomical source of the injury
• Examine Differentiate the functional or anatomical diagnosis

 Hour 2

• Produce a specific conservative treatment plan
• Measure the patient’s response to care.
• Neurological differential diagnosis via pain patterns
• Choosing the most appropriate type of manual therapy
• Provide Appropriate Documentation

• Compare the difference between angular and linear motion.
• List the limiting factors necessary for stability in respect to linear motion.
• List and describe the function of the limiting structures of the atlantooccipital joint and the atlantoaxial joint.
• Describe the path of the vertebral artery from the subclavian artery to the basilar artery
• List the three types of Atlantooccipital fractures.
• Describe five diseases that may compromise the stability of the cervical region and how.
• List and elaborate on the immune specific diseases that can affect the atlantoaxial joint.
• Summarize the normal growth of the cervical spine and craniovertebral region in children.
• Outline the details of IFOMPT Framework for Red Flags.
• Demonstrate three stability tests of the cervical region and interpret the results.
• Demonstrate a neurological scan to clear spinal cord and neurological dysfunction in the cervical spine.
• Apply a vigorous mandatory scan for all patients to rule out serious pathology of the cervical spine and the neurological system and be able to interpret the results.

• Recognize the importance of knowing and diagnosing a tremor.
• Define what is a tremor List some of the general symptoms of a tremor.
• Discuss the triggers that may exacerbate a tremor.
• Name the main categories of a tremor.
• Recall the subclasses of action tremor List the most common diseases and syndromes demonstrating each type of tremor.
• Differentiate the symptoms of Essential tremors (ET) and debate the current gold standard treatment plan of action.

• Recognize the signs and symptoms of a knee disorder.
• List differential diagnosis of knee disorders.
• Outline the different elements of a knee exam.
• Identify “red flags” during the evaluation of knee complaints.
• Summarize additional knee tests that can be performed and the reasons why to use them.

• Identify the 4 muscles that are associated with the Rotator Cuff.  
• Recall the major epidemiological variables associated with Rotator Cuff Tears.
• Differentiate the 2 major etiological factors associated with Rotator Cuff Tears.
• Recognize the symptoms and signs associated with Rotator Cuff Tears.
• Determine conservative treatment approaches in the acute and/or sub-acute phase of Rotator Cuff Tears.
• Select appropriate ancillary studies that may be necessitated upon failed conservative treatment of presented upper extremity conditions.

• Recognize and apply the diagnostic criteria for hypermobility spectrum disorders (HSD) including hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hEDS).
• Outline the importance of blood pressure screening and review evidence-based recommendations for clinical practice.
• Appraise the evidence regarding nonpharmacological approaches used in the management of restless legs syndrome (RLS).
• Summarize a contemporary clinical framework for identifying red flags for four serious spinal pathologies that may present in chiropractic practice.
• Describe our contemporary understanding of the appropriate diagnosis and management of cervical spondylotic myelopathy (CSM).

• Investigate the effect of patient expectations on short-term, subjective improvement in recurrent or persistent low back pain patients.
• Determine whether the ritual of the history and physical examination results in meaningful change in pain and function for low back pain patients before any treatment is provided.
• Assess the potential negative effect of routine MRI reports on the perception of the patient and treatment outcomes and explore a method for improvement.
• Explore the level of association between kinesiophobia and pain, disability, and quality of life as well as its role as a prognostic factor in people with chronic musculoskeletal pain.
• Quantify the role of contextual effects in the nonpharmacologic treatment of knee osteoarthritis.

• Outline the congruence of the manual interventions used in clinical practice with the scientific evidence regarding the biomechanical aspects of degenerative disc disease (DDD) leading to pain.
• Compare the efficacy and cost-effectiveness of a stratified care model versus usual care for patients with sciatica.
• Assess the value of intervertebral disc degeneration detected in early adulthood as a predictor for progression of degenerative changes as well as low back pain symptoms and disability in middle age.
• Define deep gluteal syndrome and the deep gluteal space, as well as propose a general diagnostic pathway for this condition.
• Breakdown the utilization of conservative treatments used in lumbar disc herniation patients successfully treated nonoperatively versus unsuccessfully treated nonoperatively.

• Defend a contemporary view of the implications of the biology of pain and injury for sensorimotor function
• Outline neuroplastic structural and functional changes as they relate to non-specific (mechanical) low back pain and sensorimotor function
• Appraise the current state of the literature regarding the changes in motor control in those with low back pain
• Assess whether low back pain patients display signs of muscular guarding or splinting
• Summarize existing observational evidence regarding the association between primary or chronic headache and persistent low back pain

Hour 1 

• Document the patients history to include an accurate list of all herbal/dietary supplements and other medicinals they are taking and refer to their MD if there are any concerns that it will affect Chiropractic Care being considered
• Explain the concept of the use of simultaneous interventions to treat a single condition as it is relative to the patient history.

 Hour 2

• Discuss potential side effects of herbal/dietary supplement as components of history taking & physical exam procedures.
• Refer to Medical Doctor if you feel any signs or symptoms are related to any side effects of anything the patient is taking
• Give examples of how herbal/dietary supplement use may impact the history taking, physical exam procedures, and treatment plan.

Hour 3

• Describe pertinent patient medical history and physical examination procedures included in a comprehensive evaluation for conditions that may have been previously treated with surgical interventions
• Connect patient medical history and physical examination with evidence-based intervention/treatment plan of care to achieve best patient outcomes

Hour 4

• Identify evidence-based rehabilitation principles for patients whose history may include prior surgical intervention.
• Explain specific rehabilitation programs for each case based on documented evaluation findings

Hour 1

• Describe behavioral model for insomnia
• Explain why sleep quality is important
• Discuss sleep interventions as prevention for chronic musculoskeletal pain
• Discuss sleep interventions for chronic musculoskeletal pain

 Hour 2

• Ask the correct questions to assess sleep and sleep behaviors
• Identify factors to maladaptive sleep habits
• Discuss sleep efficiency and tracking progress
• Explain why rest in bed is not optimal
• Refer patients to appropriate healthcare providers for sleep dysfunction

• Increase awareness and recognition of statin intolerance in musculoskeletal patients.
• Learn the risk factors associated with Statin Associated Muscle Symptoms (SAMS).
• Identify the signs and symptoms of myositis/myopathy.
• Discuss the physiological process involved with SAMS and tests to confirm.

• Explain the anatomy and functionality of healthy soft tissue components
• Explain the effects of injury on soft tissue
• Define effects of injured soft tissue on functionality of the spine and extremities
• Discuss patterns of musculoskeletal relationships of recruiting other structures after injury and their effects on functionality
• Describe various methods of treatment for dysfunctional soft tissue
• Explain relationship of injured tissue to its surrounding structures, its effects and treatment
• Explain compensation and recruitment of healthy tissue to the broader scope of complications and the effective treatment of primary and now secondary effects of injury
• Describe rehabilitation exercises in relation to proprioception

• This contains all courses with the educational objectives listed from Soft Tissue Injuries 101 to Soft Tissue Injuries 104 

• Explain the types of soft tissue
• Demonstrate and discuss diagnostic evaluation of soft tissue injury
• Explain pain patterns of neurological injury for differential diagnosis
• Discuss types of soft tissue injuries
• Evaluate soft tissue changes associated with pain
• Discuss the mechanisms of healing soft tissue injuries
• Describe diagnostic tools in determining soft tissue injuries
• Explain the use of ice and heat in soft tissue injuries
• Demonstrate and discuss stretching; passive, active and postfacilitation
• Demonstrate and discuss somatic technique
• Demonstrate and discuss strain/counterstrain
• Demonstrate and discuss friction massage
• Demonstrate and discuss Postisometric relaxation
• Demonstrate and discuss electrical muscle stimulation and ultrasound
• Demonstrate and discuss triggerpoint ultrasound in treatment
• Discuss massage therapy
• Demonstrate and discuss myofascial release
• Demonstrate and discuss active release
• Demonstrate and discuss Neuromuscular Therapy (NMT)
• Discuss cold laser therapy
• Demonstrate and discuss exercise rehabilitation and muscle strengthening
• Discuss mobilization and manipulation

• Explain the structural anatomy of the shoulder and its soft tissue
• Explain the functional anatomy of the shoulder and its soft tissue.
• Demonstrate the active and passive examination of the shoulder and soft tissue.
• Describe pathological conditions of the bony structures, joints, ligaments, tendons, bursa and muscles of the shoulder
• Describe sports injures to the shoulder.
• Describe injuries to the nerves, blood vessels and fascia of the shoulder.
• Demonstrate soft tissue treatments for pathological conditions of the bony structures, joints, ligaments, tendons, bursa and muscles of the shoulder.
• Demonstrate soft tissue treatments for the nerves, blood vessels and fascia of the shoulder.
• Define functional relationships of the shoulder with associated regions

• Explain the structural anatomy of the elbow, wrist, and hand and associated soft tissue
• Explain the functional anatomy of the elbow, wrist, and hand and associated soft tissue
• Demonstrate the passive examination of the elbow, wrist, and hand and associated soft tissue
• Demonstrate the active examination of the elbow, wrist, and hand and associated soft tissue
• Describe pathological conditions of the bony structures, joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles, fascia, bursa and nerves of the elbow, wrist, and hand
• Demonstrate soft tissue treatments for pathological conditions of the bony structures of the elbow, wrist and hand
• Demonstrate soft tissue treatments for the joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles, fascia, bursa and nerves of the elbow, wrist and hand
• Define functional relationships between the elbow, wrist and hand and with other regions

• This contains all courses with the educational objectives listed from Soft Tissue Injuries 105 to Soft Tissue Injuries 107 

• Explain the structural anatomy of the bones and joints of the cervical spine, ligaments and muscles of the cervical spine and the nerves, blood vessels and fascia of the cervical spine
• Explain the functional anatomy of the bones and joints of the cervical spine, the ligaments and muscles of the cervical spine and the nerves, blood vessels and fascia of the cervical spine
• Demonstrate the passive examination of the bones and joints of the cervical spine, the ligaments and muscles of the cervical spine and the nerves, blood vessels and fascia of the cervical spine
• Demonstrate the active examination of the bones and joints of the cervical spine, the ligaments and muscles of the cervical spine and the nerves, blood vessels and fascia of the cervical spine
• Discuss imaging of the cervical spine
• Discuss advanced testing of the soft tissue of the cervical spine
• Describe pathological conditions of the bony structures, joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles, nerves, blood vessels and fascia of the cervical spine
• Explain the mechanism of acceleration/deceleration impact
• Explain the effects on the cervical spine from acceleration/deceleration injury, and specifically the effects on the soft tissues structures
• Explain the grading system for acceleration/deceleration injury
• Demonstrate soft tissue treatments for the pathological conditions of the bony structures, joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles, blood vessels, nerves and fascia of the cervical spine
• Demonstrate soft tissue treatments for the sequela of acceleration/deceleration injury
• Define relationships of the cervical spine with other regions

• Explain the structural anatomy of the TMJ and its soft tissue
• Explain the functional anatomy of the TMJ and its soft tissue
• Demonstrate the passive examination of the TMJ and soft tissue
• Demonstrate the active examination of the TMJ and soft tissue
• Describe pathological conditions of the bony structures of the TMJ
• Describe pathological conditions of the joints of the TMJ
• Describe pathological conditions of the ligaments of the TMJ
• Describe pathological conditions of the muscles of the TMJ
• Describe injuries to the nerves, blood vessels and fascia of the TMJ
• Describe injuries from acceleration/deceleration impact to the TMJ
• Demonstrate soft tissue treatments for the joints of the TMJ
• Demonstrate soft tissue treatments for the ligaments of the TMJ
• Demonstrate soft tissue treatments for the muscles of the TMJ
• Demonstrate soft tissue treatments for the nerves, blood vessels and fascia of the TMJ
• Demonstrate soft tissue treatments for acceleration/deceleration injury to the TMJ
• Define functional relationships of the TMJ with associated regions

• Explain the structural anatomy of the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles nerves, blood vessels and fascia of the thoracic spine and rib cage
• Explain the functional anatomy of the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles nerves, blood vessels and fascia of the thoracic spine and rib cage
• Demonstrate the passive examination of the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles nerves, blood vessels and fascia of the thoracic spine and rib cage
• Demonstrate the active examination of the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles nerves, blood vessels and fascia of the thoracic spine and rib cage
• Discuss imaging of the thoracic spine and rib cage
• Describe pathological conditions of the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles nerves, blood vessels and fascia of the thoracic spine and rib cage
• Demonstrate soft tissue treatments for the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles nerves, blood vessels and fascia of the thoracic spine and rib cage
• Discuss relationships of the thoracic spine and ribs with other regions

• Explain the structural anatomy of the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, bursa, nerves, blood vessels and fascia of the lumbopelvic spine
• Explain the functional anatomy of the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, bursa, nerves, blood vessels and fascia of the lumbopelvic spine
• Explain biomechanics of the lumbopelvic spine
• Demonstrate the passive examination of bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, bursa, nerves, blood vessels and fascia of the lumbopelvic spine
• Demonstrate the active examination of the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, bursa, nerves, blood vessels and fascia of the lumbopelvic spine
• Discuss radiographic imaging of the lumbopelvic spine
• Discuss advanced testing of the soft tissue of the lumbopelvic spine
• Describe pathological conditions of the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, bursa, nerves, blood vessels and fascia of the lumbopelvic spine
• Demonstrate soft tissue treatments for the pathological conditions of the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, bursa, nerves, blood vessels and fascia of the lumbopelvic spine
• Define relationships of the lumbopelvic spine with other regions

• Explain the structural anatomy of the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, bursa, nerves, blood vessels and fascia of the hip and knee
• Explain the functional anatomy of the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, bursa, nerves, blood vessels and fascia of the hip and knee
• Explain biomechanics of the hip and knee
• Demonstrate the passive examination of the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, bursa, nerves, blood vessels and fascia of the hip and knee.
• Demonstrate the active examination of the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, bursa, nerves, blood vessels and fascia of the hip and knee
• Discuss radiographic imaging of the hip and knee
• Discuss advanced testing of the soft tissue of the hip and knee
• Describe pathological conditions of the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, bursa, nerves, blood vessels and fascia of the hip and knee
• Demonstrate soft tissue treatments for the pathological conditions of the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, bursa, nerves, blood vessels and fascia of the hip and knee
• Define relationships of the hip and knee with other regions