LAS VEGAS, DECEMBER 1st - 4th

Radiology of Trauma - Beyond the Pictures

Historically the cornerstone for chiropractic imaging both clinically and educationally has been plain film radiography. In this presentation we will closely examine the process of imaging decision making in a setting of trauma and review common injuries encountered. The focus will be on findings discernable on plain film radiography of the spine and pelvis with review of basic radiography protocols, anatomy and important signs of trauma explained. This will be by regional approach to include the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spines as well as the pelvis. Selected case studies of the extremities will also be included with a brief overview of emergency imaging of severe poly-trauma scenarios with head, chest and abdominal injuries encountered in a trauma hospital to familiarize participants with imaging procedures.

A key element will be the review and appropriate use of descriptive terminologies and the reporting jargon commonly used in trauma reports. A methodology for improving individual practitioner interpretive skills is reviewed. A correlative approach utilizing anatomical and pathological specimens with relevant imaging provides the blueprint for synthesis into therapeutic methods that can be applied.

Dr. Lindsay J. Rowe, Chiropractor, Medical Doctor, Radiologist, Educator and Author, returns to ProSport Chiropractic on this 20th Anniversary to present to the Chiropractic profession in his own unique way using diagnostic imaging as the medium to blend knowledge, experience and humour with perspectives from both chiropractic and medical viewpoints unique in the healing professions.

He currently is Associate Professor in Radiology, University of Newcastle, and Senior Staff Specialist Radiologist at John Hunter Hospital, Newcastle, Australia. He has just instigated a new curriculum in the teaching of diagnostic imaging within the medical faculty at the University of Newcastle, Australia. In clinical radiology he is a specialist consultant in musculoskeletal imaging and acute trauma radiology, having delivered numerous invited presentations at international and domestic meetings on these and other related topics. He is the Consultant Radiologist for the Specialties of Neurosurgery, Rheumatology, Orthopedics and Oncology Services.

Over the last year he has been appointed Adjunct Professor at North Western Health Sciences University (Chiropractic) in Minneapolis USA. He acts as a Consultant Spine Radiologist for the Center for Diagnostic Imaging (CDI) in Minneapolis USA a facility dedicated to Spine Imaging. He has served as an Adjunct Professor at Murdoch University, School of Chiropractic in Perth Australia since 2005.

There is great demand for his presentations around the globe ranging from large international congresses, conventions, university and college programs, media appearances and government delegations. The focus of his presentations has always been " the eye doesn't see what the brain doesn't know".

Exercise, Toxins, Free Radicals, and Detoxification Strategies

There is evidence that free radicals are at the center of aging and degeneration. There is proof that intense exercise produces excessive free radicals, accelerating both aging and degeneration. For example, excessive free radicals are linked to artery disease, cancer, and degenerative joint disease. There is also proof that excessive free radicals are linked to environmental toxins. The competitive athletic will and must exercise; but there are a number of strategies to avoid free radical producing toxins as well as nutritional approaches to eliminate the toxins before they can produce the destructive free radicals. This presentation will explore these concepts so that the class participants will gain practical applications that will enhance athletic performance and performance longevity.

Dr. Dan Murphy is a recognized and popular instructor who teaches internationally and maintains a part-time clinical practice, while serving as part-time undergraduate faculty at Life Chiropractic College West, where he is currently teaching classes to seniors in the Management of Spinal Disorders. He has taught post-graduate classes for a long list of chiropractic colleges and individual programs. He is a contributing author to several books and a quarterly columnist in the American Journal of Clinical Chiropractic. Dr. Murphy has received the highest awards from various Chiropractic organizations. From 2003 - 2009 Dr. Murphy served as the Vice President of the International Chiropractic Association.

Chiropractic Management of Concussion

Most concussions occur when the head is whiplash into an immovable object. What percentage of concussion is therefore associated with neck injury? Can neck injury cause proprioceptive changes that confuse the clinical picture of concussion? Chiropractors have always treated headaches associated with cervical dysfunction. So how do we differentiate the difference between symptoms of concussion from cervical spine whiplash? This lecture will discuss the procedures to help us make that call and discuss the vital roll Chiropractic Physicians play on the sports medicine team in regards to concussion management.

Dr. Laney Nelson has served as the team chiropractor for the Utah Grizzlies Hockey Team, the Salt Lake Stingers, and the Brigham Young University. He has worked with the 2002 Winter Olympics and the PRCA Wilderness Rodeo Circuit. Dr. Nelson has published in the field of manipulation under joint anesthesia and has been associated in two different hospital systems performing those procedures. He is currently the director for the BIOFREEZE Sports and Rehabilitation Center at Logan College of Chiropractic. Dr. Nelson has designed the department with two divisions which service the athletic and rehabilitative needs of the St. Louis area.

Upper Extremity Adjusting

You will learn normal joint mechanics and the most common subluxation patterns of each articulation. The corrections will be demonstrated and then each Doctor will workshop the taught techniques. These techniques are time proven and constantly being refined to provide the most effective correction possible. Dr McClure's Techniques can be applied Monday morning in the office with results being achieved immediately.

Dr. Dan McClure is one of ProSport's premier instructors, whose extremity experience ranges over 25 years, including work with elite and Olympic-level athletes as well as "weekend warriors." His state of the art techniques are constantly being refined, so you will learn time proven techniques as well as cutting edge techniques in the process of development. This level of commitment and experience, along with his passion for excellence in applying chiropractic extremity techniques is what makes him the best in his field.

Functional and Kinetic Treatment with Rehab, Provocation and Motion (FAKTR)

You will learn one of the quickest, easiest way to treat soft tissue/fascia related sports injuries and non-sports related injuries. Dr. Hyde will teach you how to use the FAKTR concepts with manual or instrument assisted techniques. Use what you already know to help get your athletes back to training on the competition rapidly.

Dr. Thomas Hyde was the chiropractic consultant for the Miami Dolphins from 1990 through 1997. He has traveled all over the US and many countries teaching treatment of athletic injuries and soft tissue injuries. He just completed the second edition of Conservative Management of Sports Injuries. Dr. Hyde served as president and executive director of the ACA Sports Council for eight years and served as the secretary general for the Federation International de Chiropratique du Sport (FICS). He is currently the liaison between FICS and the World Olympians Association, serves on the FCER Board and is an advisor to the ACA Sports Council.

Lower Extremity Adjusting

What you'll learn:
-The concept of "The Noisy Joint"
-Simple adjusting protocols to address the most common subluxation patterns in the feet, knees, hips, wrists, elbows, and shoulders
-How to get great results on knees

Dr. Charrette lectures nationally on chiropractic biomechanics and orthopedics. He is a frequent guest speaker at nine chiropractic colleges and has taught over thirteen hundred seminars worldwide on extremity adjusting, biomechanics, and spinal adjusting techniques. His seminars emphasize a practical, hands-on approach. Dr. Charrette is a former all-American swimmer who has authored a book on extremity adjusting and also produced an instructional video series. His articles have appeared in several leading chiropractic journals, including The American Chiropractor and Success Express.

How to be a Laser Expert in a Performance Driven Clinical Practice

If you are not not using laser in your practice you are not getting maximum results. Learn how to effect the body by improving areas of greatest neurological impact to sports performance and overall health. Examination and correction of gait, brain balance and TMJ.

For the past 9 years Dr. Jerome has lectured internationally to doctors of all medical disciplines on integrative healthcare, rehabilitation, clinical nutrition, chiropractic and the use of cold laser therapy for neurological programming, healing enhancement and human performance. His laser and integrative protocols have helped other doctors enhance their treatment skills. Dr. Rerucha has been involved with numerous athletic programs developing strength and conditioning systems for football, basketball, volleyball, golf, tennis, track and field and numerous competitive strength competitions. Competing on national and international levels as a powerlifter for 14 years, he won a world title in 1999. Recently, he has been providing care for members of the USA World Powerlifting Team, USA Olympic Weightlifting Team and competitive Mixed Martial Arts. His performance based nutrition, laser and chiropractic protocols have helped patients and elite athletes maximize their physiological goals.

Kinesio Taping® Method - Intermediate and Advanced Techniques

Learn intermediate and advanced techniques of the Kinesio Taping® Method and expand your clinical treatment protocols with this revolutionary rehabilitation technique. This class will provide you with the protocols and some hands on experience, allowing you the opportunity to see how valuable this technique can be in your practice.

Dr. Lease is a renowned instructor of the Kinesio Taping Method®, teaching Basic Introduction and Certified Kinesio Taping Practitioner workshops throughout the United States. Dr. Lease pioneered InMotion Chiropractic "The Mobile Clinic!" in the Greater Bay Area to serve the growing needs of "on-site" services in the workplace. He is a Certified Fitness Trainer, a Credentialed Practitioner of Active Release Techniques, and has served as an IRONDOC, bringing chiropractic care to athletes from around the world at the IRONMAN world championships in Kona, Hawaii.