The process of differential diagnosis of these conditions is also presented. This course presents the common manifestations of neurological diseases and their differential diagnoses. Emphasis is given to those conditions commonly encountered in the practice of chiropractic and includes disorders of the central and peripheral nervous systems, musculoskeletal disorders that affect nervous system function, and the myopathies. This course presents an introduction to X-ray fundamentals, basic terminology, and technology. Topics include a detailed study of normal radiographic anatomy, normal variants, and lines of mensuration of the axial and appendicular skeleton.
Laboratory exercises complement and supplement lecture topics.
This course presents the physics of diagnostic X-rays, with emphasis on basic principles and technology. Topics include the use of X-ray machines, imaging systems, film processing, and control of radiographic quality. Proper patient, technologist, and general public protection against the biological effects of radiation and associated quality control requirements are presented. Laboratory exercises complement and supplement lecture topics. This course presents the application of the principles of X-ray interpretation to skeletal pathology.