| Dental/
Chirorpactic terminology and Facial Distortions Analysis Thursday, October 23, 10-12 noon Richard Gerardo, DC |
In order for the dental and chiropractic
professions to collaborate, they must first be able to
communicate. More than just a class in vocabulary, it is the
basis for all professional inter-communication. Verbal and visual
terminology will be compared and contrasted. |
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| Using
Harmonics to equilibrate brain function Thursday, October 23, 1-2 pm Steven Moe, DC |
Dr. Moe utilizes specific tones at specific frequencies to summate and inhibit specific brain pathways to enhance cerebellar function, fine motor control, extensor muscle strength, and limbic system control. |
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The 3 most important things you need to know about Foot Adjusting Thursday, October 23, 4-6 pm Glenn Frieder, DC |
The foot is a frequently over-looked
source of bio-mechanical instability, especially in Category Two.
Dr. Frieder will demonstrate a unique and effective manner of
releasing inter-articular joint restrictions in the foot. |
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Rehabilitating Dural Imbalance Thursday, October 23, 1-3 pm & 7-9 pm Vincent Esposito, DC |
Rehabiliating Dural Imbalance is <>based on over 25 years experience in the treatment of spinal cranial and dural problems, Dr. Vincent Esposito, founder and developer, will introduce "The Pillow Exercise" a protocol which utilizes cerebral spinal fluid systems in the human body in a dynamic functional manner to help maintain the human body in a normal centered position, help strengthen the body's spinal system and central nervous system function. This is an exciting dynamic procedure that will help your patience for years to come. |
| SOT Corrective
Rehab Protocols Thursday, October 23, 3-5pm Paul Wilson, DC |
Treatment is not fully complete until the
patient is restored to the same level of strength fitness they had
prior to the injury. Dr. Wilson offers unique, SOT-based, rehab
protocols to aid both clinicians as well as patients. |
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| The 5-Minute SOT Adjustment Thursday, October 23, 5-6 pm Robert Monk, DC Charles Blum, DC |
SOT is often maligned as a
technique which takes too long in clinical practice. Drs Monk and
Blum will demonstrate how an evaluation and treatment protocol can be
effectively applied in just a few minutes. |
| Introduction to
the Dental-Cranial Model With Case Presentation
Friday, October 24, 9-12 noon Richard Gerardo, DC |
Using specific case studies, Dr. Gerardo
will illustrate the benefits of a combined dental-chiropractic approach
to stabilizing the TMJ apparatus and related cranial structures. |
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Evaluation and Treatment of the TMJ and Airway in the Wholistic Model Friday,
October 24, 1:30- 4:30 pm David Shirazi , DDS |
Forward head position (FHP) is affected by
several factors, including airway patency compensations.
Dr. Sharizi will offer insights into the evaluation,
consequences, and treatment of FHP and the effect on TMD. |
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Dental-Cranial Business Model and Treatment Goals (With Demonstrations) Friday, October 24, 4:30- 6:30 pm Richard Gerardo, DC |
Specific examples of how
Inter-professional relationships and co-treatment plans can work
together to mutual advantage on a professional/ business level will be
explained. |
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How
to give an SOT-based Report of Findings Friday, October 24, 9- 10 am Robert Monk, DC |
Do you deliver an effective Report of Findings? Dr. Monk offers a unique example of an SOT-based Report of Findings for new patients utilizing visual aids and verbal descriptions. |
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Friday, October 24, 10-12 noon Barry Goldberg, DC,
DNM |
S.T.O. was developed and researched by Dr.
M. L. Rees in conjunction with Dr DeJarnette. It is based on a unique
set of indicators employing techniques involving soft tissue
manipulation of the spine, cranium, extremities, organs, glands and
other soft tissue, and the balancing of the emotional body and the
stimulation of spiritual health. |
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Athlete
Friday, October 24, 1:30- 2:30 pm Curtis Langer, DC |
The athlete presents special challenges to all
practitioners. Dr. Langer will offer an SOT-based approach
to evaluation and treatment. |
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SOT Treatment of
Lumbar
Anterolisthesis Charles Blum, DC |
Spondylolistheis presents a special challenge
for chiropractic. Dr. Blum will demonstrate and describe a
unique blocking procedure augmented by a simple appliance which can be
used to restore the lumbar vertebra into a more functional
position. Utilzing a "cupping" devise and pelvic blocks the
anterolisthesis can be effectively treated and using SOT R+C monitoring
protocols specific to spondylolisthesis allows the doctor to monitor
the treatment's progress. A series of rehab exercises and use of
inflatable balls will also be discussed so the patient can continue the
care at home. |
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Three Cranial Adjustments that Resolve more than 80% of Cranial Problems Friday, October 24, 3:30-4:30 pm |
In this class you will learn several
diagnostic tools to think outside of the box. By demonstration and
concepts of integrating Chiropractic techniques with 3 cranial
adjustments, the student will learn new perspectives and a new
understanding of correcting and communicating the cause of chronic
health problems. |
| Integrating
Energetic Medicine in Clinical Practice Friday, October 24, 4:40- 6:30 pm Glenn Frieder:, DC |
Dr. Frieder will offer a unique perspective on promoting healing using vibrational energy as well as chiropractic. The theory of vibrational medicine and energy healing will be discussed, with special emphasis placed on the use of the Bach Flower Remedies, their theoretical implications and applications. Several of these remedies will be offered for examination. Also offered will be the methods by which they can be integrated into clinical practice, especially as they relate to SOT. |
| Advanced CMRT
(Chiropractic Manipulative Reflex Technique): A Nutritional Approach Friday, October 24, 9am-12pm, 1:30 -5:30 pm Drs Martin Rosen, Curtis Langer, John Bradley, & Jeffrey Mersky |
This class will be utilizing a variety of diagnostic methods to determine specific organ and/or organ system imbalances including: Occipital fibers, TS line, Muscle Testing, Laboratory Diagnosis, Symptom Survey Forms and Circadian Rhythms. Once the main organ or system is identified we will be showing a combined treatment approach including: CMRT postganglionic balance techniques, TS line neutralization techniques, nutritional (focusing on Standard Process supplements) and dietary protocols, Cranial companion techniques, muscle balancing protocols to support organ integrity, and lymph, vascular and drainage adjunctive corrections. |
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Advanced, Nutrition-Oriented, Treatment of Herniated Discs Friday, October 24,
6:30-9:30 pm John Bradley, DC |
Based on over 50 years experience in clinical practice, Dr. John Bradley will offer a bio-chemical/nutrition based approach to reduce inflamation, promote healing of herniated disc, and balance the body’s natural abilities to fight disease. |
| Identifying
and Differentiating between the Cranial Major from TMD Major Problems Saturday, October 25, 9- 12 noon Jonathan Howat , DC |
Identyfing and differentiating
the cause of a patient's presenting TMD can be quite daunting when
there are various variables. Dr. Howat has developed a process of
differntiating between a TMD condition that is primarily caused by
dental (occlusion or condylar position) and whether they may be a TMD
condition that is primarily caused by cranial related
distortions. Locating the primary cause of the patient's
presentation can help guide treatment and faciliate outcomes to dental
and chiropractic co-treatment of TMD. |
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| Dental
Chiropractic co-Treatment of TMD: A Model of a Co-Treatment Scenario Saturday, October 25, 1:30-4:30 pm Charles Blum, DC & Alireza Panahpour, DDS |
Drs. Blum and Panahpour will
demonstrate how a dentist and chiropractor can work together treating
ascending and descending aspects of TMD presentations. Dr. Blum
will discuss how he differentiates various types of TMD presentations
and developes a chiropractic treatment protocol while Dr. Panahpour
will discuss how he diagnoses, interpretes, and treats various types of
TMD presentations with splint work. He will illustrate some novel
methods of how dentists can work with chiropractors by modifying dental
splints to encourage changes in occlusion, condylar position, and
airway space. |
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Panel
Discussion: Dental/Chiropractic TMD Co-Treatment Saturday, October 25, 4:30-6:30 pm |
An open discussion concerning the
inter-professional relationship between dentists and chiropractors will
be explored. |
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An SOT-Based SOAP Note
Program Robert Monk, DC |
Are your notes really complete? Do they
meet the criteria required by insurance companies? Dr. Monk
will illustrate a practical, cost-effective method of note- taking
specifically related to an SOT practice. Particular emphasis will
be given to the manner in which the SOAP-note format can be applied to
enhance clinical practice and outcomes. Also reviewed will be the
“PART” protocol for noting objective findings. This presentation will show a practical method of applying these note-taking standards to an office setting in a manner which improves office efficiency as well as patient outcomes. |
| Correlating
MRI findings with Clinical Outcomes Saturday, October 25, 10-12 noon; 1:30- 3:30 pm Carmine Esposito, DC & Vincent Esposito, DC |
An overview of MRI interpretation will be
offered for practitioners to enhance their ability to understand MRI
findings and better utilize them in clinical practice. Using numerous
MRIs from their own extensive files, Drs. Carmine and Vincent
Esposito will offer visual examples of case studies, substantiating
clinical outcomes of SOT procedures. Also offered will be non-traditional blocking procedures with a special emphasis on the treatment of spondylolisthesis. Also offered will be a unique method for treating spinal injuries utilizing standing and sitting positions. |
| The
Subluxation and the effects of Spinal Manipulation Saturday, October 25, 1-2 pm Anthony Rosner, PhD |
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For the
Children: Unique Case Studies of SOT Pediatric Care Curtis Langer, DC |
Dr. Rosen will illustrate Dr. DeJarnette’s unique blocking technique and exercise program for treating children. Using a case study approach, Dr. Rosen will illustrate a brief overview of the biomechanical relationships inherent in their treatment especially as they relate to pelvic and cranial imbalance. Both pelvic and cranial considerations will be examined. Special attention will be paid to the use of various methods of pelvic and skeletal blocking regimens. Dr. Rosen will also offer specific case studies, their treatments and outcomes. |
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| SOT and
Acupuncture Saturday, October 25, 9am - 10 am Christine Benner, DC, LAc |
Acupuncturist and chiropractor
Dr Christine Benner will offer a fascinating glimpse into the way
acupuncture can be integrated into the SOT model. |
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| Category Three
Evaluation and Treatment Saturday, October 25, 10am-12pm, 1:30-5:30 pm Robert Monk, DC, Ronald Mikelbost, DC & SOTO-USA Staff |
The Category Three condition
occurs when the cartilaginous system, namely the intervertebral disc,
fails to adapt to the imbalances caused by pelvic weaknesses inherent
in Cathegory Two conditions. This will be a hands-on / lecture class, fully explaining the Category 3 lesion, its aspects, and its treatment. Students will be taught the examination procedures specific to the Category 3 condition as well as pelvic blocking procedures. Also included will be the methods of releasing stress off intervertebral discs as well as identifying their location using cervical palpation. This class is required for all those practitioners interested in obtaining certification status. Advanced procedures and insights will be offered. |
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| The
Critical Missing Element to Complete Care: What the Chiropractor/Dentist needs to know about Orofacial-Myofunctional Therapy Sunday, October 26, 9-12 noon Barbara J. Greene, COM, Certified Orofacial Myologist |
Integrating
orofacial-myofunctional therapy into dental chiropractic co-treatment
of TMD can be an essential part of a treatment process. This
presentation will share some important tools for chiropractor and
dentist to use with patients and facilitate improved patient outcomes
to our interventions. |
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| Do you have an effective
practice brochure? Does it attract patients to your
practice? Learn the basic elements of writing an effective
brochure as well as how to avoid the mistakes commonly made by
practitioners. |
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| Building
the Successful SOT Practice Sunday, October 26 10-12 am Rodney Shelley, DC |
Do you have systems in place to
effectively manage and deliver a busy SOT practice? Proper
patient education and retention tools are essential if you want to grow
your practice to its full potential. |
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| DeJarnette
Adjusting Techniques of the Cervical Spine Sunday, October 26 10-12 am Robert Monk, DC |
Dr. DeJarnette developed
several unique methods of adjusting the cervical spine, but separated
their teaching among various texts. For the first time, we will
teach his unique methods of adjusting C!-C2 (as described in the
extremity texts) as well as the Cervical Stairstep technique (offered
in his Category Two technique). This will be a lecture
demonstration as well as hands-on class. |
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