I examines the basic principles involved in the operation of all systems. Special emphasis is placed on the principles of diffusion, osmosis, membrane transport, nerve action potentials and synaptic transmission, the biochemical and mechanical properties of contractile tissues, temperature regulation, blood and an introduction to ANS and endocrine function. These principles are the foundation on which PB 3325 and PB 4425 are built. I presents the basic biochemical principles, properties, structure and function of proteins, carbohydrates and nucleic acids. In addition, a complete examination of bioenergetics, neurotransmitters and metabolic pathways is presented.
Emphasis is placed on using biochemistry in the process of clinical problem-solving.
The morphology, classification, biochemical reactions, genetics and diseases of bacteria are covered, as well as the epidemiology and control of all microorganisms. Both motion and static palpation of the spine are introduced and students are taught to differentiate between normal and aberrant motion. The spinal subluxation is defined and students are taught to locate subluxations in the cervical, thoracic, lumbar spine and pelvis. Procedures are developed to evaluate normal and abnormal joint dynamics. The objective is an understanding of the clinical biomechanics of the spine and the basis for diagnosis and the scientific application of treatment.