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Principles & Philosophy III - #37030
Survey of Chiropractic Techniques


 

 
Joseph Sweere, DC
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Discussion and critical appraisal of chiropractic technique systems. Emphasis is on the person who developed each technique; the biomechanical principles upon which it is based; and how patients are evaluated and treated using the technique. The current research status of each technique is also discussed.
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Course Objectives
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  • Understanding of the Kaminski model for evaluation of manipulative procedures;
  • Understanding of need for validation of the procedures used by the chiropractic profession;
  • Knowledge of the founders and history of each technique system presented;
  • Knowledge of the basic premise and/or mechanism of each technique system presented;
  • Knowledge of the evaluative procedures and treatable lesion for each technique system presented;
  • Appreciation for the differences and limitations that exist between each of the technique systems presented;
  • Appreciation for the need and mechanism to integrate the various aspects of technique systems into the management of patients.
  • Critically appraise technique systems. 
    • Materials
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    A. Required Text(s):
    1. Required text:  None
    2. Lecture Notes - available in the bookstore

    B. Recommended Text(s):

    Technique Systems in Chiropractic, Robert Cooperstein and Brian Gleberson; Churchill Livingstone, 2004.
    Available in NWHSU bookstore @44.95.


    C. Required Materials for Lab:

    None
    Assignments
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    1. Review material from previous principles and philosophy courses
    2. Review notes on each technique system prior to the discussion
    3. The following journal articles are to be read throughout the trimester. The first two are to be read by midterm, while the second two need to be read by the final (questions derived from these papers will appear on the midterm and the final exams).

    RECOMMENDED READING FOR MIDTERM

    1. Cooperstein R, Schneider MS. Assessment of chiropractic techniques and procedures. Top Clin Chiro 1996;3(1):44-51
    2. Keating JC, Bergmann TF. It works, it works, it works. Chiro Tech 1992;4(3):73-74

    RECOMMENDED READING FOR FINAL

    1. Nelson CF. Five steps to your own technique: The Nelson method. J Manipulative Physiol Ther 93;16(2):115-117
    2. Weiss, R. Bones of contention. Health, 1993; July/August:44-53
    Attendance
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    Attendance is expected at all scheduled classes.
    Grading Criteria
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    Written Midterm and Final: 100 points each (200 total), true/false, matching, and short answer

    Guaranteed grades are as follows:

    A = 92 - 100% of Total Possible Points
    B = 83 - 91% of Total Possible Points
    C = 74 - 82% of Total Possible Points
    D = 65 - 73% of Total Possible Points
    F = Failure to accrue at least 65% of the Total Possible Points
    Course Competencies
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    COGNITIVE DOMAIN


    Students will be able to match the name of the developer to and identify specific charateracteristics (diagnostic procedures, treatment methods) of the following technique systems focusing on critical appraisal of the available information:
    1. Diversified
    2. Distraction
    3. Activator
    4. Gonstead
    5. Applied Kinesiology (AK)
    6. Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT)
    7. Thompson
    8. Pierce-Stillwagon
    9. Pettibon
    10. Chiropractic Biophysics (CBP)
    11. Applied Biomechanical Spinal Engineering (ASBE)
    12. Upper Cervical Technique (HIO, NUCCA, Grostic)
    13. Craniopathy
    14. Logan Basic
    15. Receptor-Tonus (Nimmo)
    16. Toftness
    17. Stressology
    18. NeuroOrganizational Technique (NOT)
    19. NeuroEmotional Technique (NET)
    20. Network
    21. BioEnergetic Synchronization Technique (BEST)


    Students will be able to make case management decisions regarding common musculoskeletal conditions based on their understanding of the following information regarding each condition:

    A. Definition F. Natural history/Clinical course
    B. Epedimiology G. Management
    C. Etiology   1. Chiropractic
    D. Pathophysiology   2. Physiological Therapeutics
    E. Manifestations   3. Nutrition and/or supplementation
      1. Symptoms   4. Exercise
      2. History findings   5. Lifestyle Management
      3. Exam findings   6. Medical
      4. Chiropractic findings   7. Other
      5. Lab findings H. Management Guidelines (where available)
      6. Diagnostic imaging findings    
      7. Findings from special tests


    Conditions:
    None

    PSYCHOMOTOR DOMAIN


    There are no Psychomotor Skills associated with this class, lecture/demonstration format only. Students are not expected to be competent in the procedures briefly identified and discussed here .There are no Psychomotor Skills associated with this class, lecture/demonstration format only. Students are not expected to be competent in the procedures briefly identified and discussed here.

    AFFECTIVE DOMAIN


    Students will demonstrate integrity, sensitivity, respect, courtesy, compassion and professionalism at all times in lectures.
    Weekly Calendar of Learning Objectives
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    Week Dates Topics/Learning objectives
    Week 1 --

    Introduction: Syllabus/Outline Review, Chiropractic Philosophy
    Model for Evaluation, Validation of Technique

    Week 2 --

    Rationale for Manipulation
    Week 3 --

    Characteristics of Adjustments; Teaching of Chiropractic Technique
    Diversified Technic (States): Osteopathic/Medical Manipulation (Greenman, Mennell)
    Week 4 -- Motion Palpation (Faye); Distraction ( Cox, Leander, Hill)
    Technique Videos
    Week 5 --

    Activator (Fuhr)
    Gonstead
    Week 6 -- Applied Kinesiology (AK - Goodheart)
    Sacro-Occipital Technique (SOT - Dejarnette)
    Week 7 --  Written Midterm (true/false, matching, and short answer - total 100 points)
    Week 8 --

    Midterm Review; Thompson; Pierce-Stillwagon;
    Pettibon, Chiropractic Biophysics (CBP-Harrison)
    Week 9 --

    Applied Biomechanical Spinal Engineering (ASBE - Aragona); 
    Upper Cervical Technique (HIO, NUCCA, Grostic)

    Week 10 --

    Craniopathy; Logan Basic; Receptor-Tonus (Nimmo)

    Week 11 -- Toftness; Stressology (Ward); NeuroEmotional Technique (NET-Walker)
    Week 12 -- NeuroOrganizational Technique (NOT - Ferrari)
    Network (Epstein)
    Week 13 --

    BioEnergetic Synchronization Technique (BEST - Morter)
    20/20 Segment
    Week 14 -- FINAL WRITTEN TBA (Multiple choice; cumulative - total 100 points)
    Week 15 -- FINAL EXAMS AS SCHEDULED
    Please Note
    This schedule of lecture and lab topics and quizzes and exams may be changed during the course of the trimester as circumstances require. Whenever possible, such changes will be announced in class before the date and time in question. You are responsible for anything that transpires during lectures and labs, even when you are unable to attend. In the event that you miss a class session, make sure you check with a classmate about any announcements or schedule changes which may have been made. Makeup exams are allowed only according to the policies described in the current student handbook, which is available in the Student Affairs office.
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