Normal findings as well as common abnormal findings will be presented and discussed. Normal findings as well as common abnormal findings will be presented and discussed. Patient Assessment Methods I . Diagnostic Imaging I , Clinical Laboratory Diagnosis . Relevance of case history, physical findings, radiologic findings and laboratory data in decision making is stressed.
Emphasis is placed upon differential diagnosis and chiropractic management of the patient.
Disorders which are less likely to present in a chiropractic setting for initial diagnosis will be presented so that the student will be familiarized with clinical hallmarks of the patient s previously diagnosed condition and its possible impact on chiropractic care rendered. An integrative diagnosis and technique lecture and laboratory course that covers the epidemiology, biomechanics, diagnosis, treatment and management of lower back and lower extremity pain. Strong emphasis will be placed on assessment and treatment utilizing flexion distraction and other chiropractic adjustive techniques. I , Ancillary Therapeutic Procedures II . An integrative diagnosis and technique lecture and laboratory course that covers the epidemiology, biomechanics, diagnosis and treatment of thoracic, cervical spine and associated upper extremity pain.