NWHSU logo 2010 Chiropractic Assistant Program


FRIDAY, Feb. 5, 2010
7 a.m. Registration Begins
8 a.m. - 10 a.m.

Staying Chiropractic Positive in ANY Economy

David Neubeuer, DC

Reform, reform, reform… everybody’s talking about reform. As our healthcare and third party reimbursement system goes through its most dramatic changes in decades, where does that leave chiropractic? More importantly, where does that leave you? During his two hour presentation, Neubauer will share 10 things you can do to continue to serve your patients well no matter what the state of the economy is.

10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Break
10:30 a.m. - 12:30 a.m.

Nourishing Traditions: Introduction to Nutrition

Paul Ratte, ND

Current research suggests that healthy lifestyle choices are the most important factor to improve quality of life and prevent the onset of chronic illness. Learn the basics of nutrition to include a primer on carbohydrates, fats, and protein. You will also learn about insulin resistance and the basics of an anti-inflammatory diet. Gain information designed to provide practical steps to help you take charge of your health by balancing carbohydrates, increasing healthy fats and incorporating healthy eating habits.

12:30 p.m. - 2 p.m. Luncheon
2 p.m. 3 p.m.

No-Fault A-Z: A Panel Discussion

David M. Bolt, Christopher J. Hoffer, and Angela L. Kiefer

A panel discussion on Minnesota no-fault law followed by a question and answer period. The focus will be on these provisions of the No-Fault Act which most directly affect the operation and practices of chiropractic clinics.

3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Break
3 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Passive Physiotherapy for the CA: A Practical Guide to Common Procedures
(Break from 4 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.)

Joseph S. Ferezy, DC

Get a brief overview and learn the role of the doctor of chiropractic and the chiropractic assistant in providing physiotherapies and their applications to patients. Examine terminology for health care relevant to the chiropractic practice with an emphasis on the application of passive chiropractic physiotherapies. You will become familiar with the procedures involved in applying these physiotherapies, who not to apply them to, as well as injuries that can occur if the therapies are applied incorrectly.

   
 

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