The operation and regulation of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems are included in the Physiology II course. Laboratory sessions are an integral portion of the course and include an introduction to clinical case studies. This course is the study of communicable diseases and how they affect the populations of the world. Topics such as sewage treatment, food microbiology, toxic wastes, water purification, air quality and the public health agencies are discussed. Diseases caused by viruses, fungi, protozoa and multi-cellular parasites are also covered.
Immunology is a separate unit, and immunity to all diseases is discussed.
This course presents students with the various fundamentals of extraspinal adjusting. This course is also designed to educate the students in extra-spinal diagnosis and various analytical approaches available in the chiropractic profession. 60 hours This course reviews the concepts of spinal subluxation as introduced in Palpation I and reinforces the skills taught in locating subluxations. The chiropractic adjustment is introduced, along with a rationale for delivering a safe dynamic thrust for both the patient and the doctor. A total of 55 specific diversified adjustments are taught, and the student is expected to master these techniques on the cognitive and motor skills level.