Department of Technique and Analysis

		Hours	Units
TECH-080	Upper Cervical Systems	44	4
TECH-082	Chiropractic Biophysics	33	3
TECH-116	Palpation I (lab)	20	1
TECH-123	Exam Procedures (with lab)	31	2
TECH-124	Palpation II (lab)	31	2
TECH-129	Motion Palpation	20	1
TECH-130	Diversified Technique I (with lab)	52	3
TECH-211	Gonstead A (with lab)	52	3.5
TECH-216	Biomechanics of the Spine	55	5
TECH-222	Gonstead B (with lab)	52	3.5
TECH-233	Toggle (with lab)	31	2
TECH-238	Diversified Technique II (with lab)	20	1
TECH-325	Integrated Drop-Table Techniques (with lab)	31	2
TECH-333	Diagnosis and Management of Spinal Disorders	55	5
TECH-336	Extremity Adjusting (with lab)	31	2
TECH-339	Extremity Soft tissue Management	33	3
TECH-432	Clinical Case Management	33	3
TECHNIQUE	ELECTIVES:
TECH-090	Activator (with lab)	33	2.5
TECH-092	SOT II (lab)	22	1
TECH-094	Activator II	22	1
TECH-098	B.E.S.T.	33	2.5
TECH-180	NUCCA Advanced	33	3
TECH-181	Blair Advanced	33	3
TECH-182	Biophysics Advanced	33	3
TECH-183	Knee Chest Advanced	33	3
TECH-184	A O Advanced	33	3
TECH-417	SOT I (with lab)	33	2.5

TECH-082 Chiropractic Biophysics

Chiropractic Biophysics (CBP) is a full spine and pelvis corrective / rehabilitative procedures having a firm foundation in the sciences of mechanics and physics.  CBP Technique integrates Drop Table, Diversified, Toggle, Instrument-assisted Postural MIRROR IMAGE adjusting, MIRROR IMAGE Exercises and MIRROR IMAGE Traction to RESTORE NORMAL SPINAL MECHANICS.  Analytical procedures include visualization, postural analysis and x-ray analysis.

TECH-116 Palpation I                                       1 unit, 20 hours
In this course the student learns to identify bony landmarks, count vertebrae, and locate each vertebrae of the spine. The student also begins to develop awareness and skills in the areas of the doctor-patient relationship, communication, and ergonomics.

TECH-123 Exam Procedures (with lab)(not offered this semester)                                                                                                2 units, 31 hours
This course is an introduction to chiropractic examination, including the location of spinal landmarks, postural analysis, and motion palpation. The concepts of patient management and basic x-ray studies are introduced.
Prerequisite: TECH-116

TECH-124 Palpation II (with lab)                                             2unit, 31 hours
This course is an introduction to the use of palpation, both static and motion, in obtaining a listing. Several named systems are introduced from the perspectives of techniques taught at Life West. Emphasis is placed on the upper cervical complex. Prerequisite: TECH-116

TECH-129 Motion Palpation                                           1 unit, 20 hours
This course is an introduction to end-play motion palpation as a system to analyze joint integrity. Major emphasis is on the spinal articulations. Extremity joint motion is also introduced. Prerequisites: TECH-123

TECH-130 Diversified Technique I (with lab)              3 units, 52 hours
This is a survey course of Diversified techniques, including moves for adjusting the following areas: cervical, thoracic, lumbar, and pelvic.
Prerequisites: TECH-129, CPP-118

TECH-211 Gonstead A (with lab)                                3.5 units, 52 hours
This course represents the initial exposure to the Gonstead Technique. Specifically, the course will cover location, correction, and management of pelvic, sacral, coccyx and lumbar subluxations. All of the Gonstead system will be utilized including visualization, palpation, instrumentation, x-ray analysis, adjustive procedures, and patient management.
Prerequisite: TECH-130

TECH-216 Biomechanics of the Spine                        5 units, 55 hours

This course focuses on the spine and how it works as a functional biomechanical unit. The individual joints of the spine are studied, as well as basic principles of biomechanics and kinesiology.

Prerequisite: CPP-118

TECH-222 Gonstead B (with lab)                                3.5 units, 52 hours

 (not offered for SP08 term)
This course is a continuation of Gonstead Technique with an emphasis on practical application of knee-chest table and cervical chair adjusting. The student chiropractor will learn to demonstrate competency in all aspects of the Gonstead procedure and analysis. Prerequisites: TECH-216

TECH-233 Toggle (with lab)                                           2 units, 31 hours
This course introduces the biomechanics, instrumentation, and x-ray analysis of the upper cervical region along with the Upper Cervical Specific Adjustment Technique (Toggle- Recoil). Palpation and leg check skills are further developed for the upper cervical region. The philosophical context of the specific atlas subluxation complex is explored. Prerequisites: TECH-129, TECH-216

TECH-238 Diversified II (with lab)                               1 unit, 20 hours
This course develops hands-on skills in Full Spine General Diversified Techniques. Emphasis will be on actual patient adjusting, incorporating previously learned methods. Special attention will be given to the introduction of Diversified Cervical Chair moves and side posture lumbar and pelvic moves. Prerequisites: TECH-129, TECH-130

TECH-325 Integrated Drop-Table Techniques (with lab)

2 units, 31 hours
Several major methods utilizing specific drop table adjusting are explored, with emphasis on Thompson, Harrison Biophysics, Pierce-Stillwagon, Diversified, and others. Implications of the Derefield leg check are addressed. Prerequisite: TECH-130

TECH-333 Diagnosis and Management of Spinal Disorders       

                                                                                              5 units, 55 hours

This course will address the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management of orthopedic spinal disorders. The course begins with the review of the clinical histology and pathophysiology of skin, muscle, connective tissue, and nerves. The orthopedic examination will be reviewed, and radiographic manifestations of soft tissue disorders will be discussed. The information from history, physical examination, and radiographic examinations will be integrated to arrive at a diagnosis. Treatment methods designed to rationally alter the involved pathophysiological process will be discussed.

Prerequisite: DIAG-226, DIAG-239, DIAG-317

TECH-336 Extremity Adjusting (with lab)                     2 units, 31 hours
This course covers various aspects of extremity adjusting with an emphasis on short lever adjusting and the Gonstead system of analysis. Supportive case management and follow- up procedures are included.
Prerequisites: TECH-222, DIAG-327

TECH-339 Extremity Soft tissue Management           3 units, 33 hours

This course is designed to further the student's understanding of the analysis, diagnosis, and treatment of soft tissue injuries of the extremities. Emphasis is placed on the student's understanding of the mechanism of injury and the patient's pathophysiological state upon presentation. This will assure specifically designed treatment and rehabilitation programs. Special attention is directed toward specific sports injuries.

Prerequisite: DIAG-327

TECH-432 Case Management Field Perspective      3 units, 33 hours

This course offers students the opportunity to synthesize information from the series of diagnosis courses offered throughout the curriculum and to develop their individual approach to case management. Students will present their chiropractic clinic cases to a panel of expert practitioners for analysis and discussion. Field doctors will present cases from their practices to provide a variety of perspectives and approaches on common conditions seen in the chiropractic office. Prerequisites:

DIAG-409, DIAG-416, ACS-335, DIAG 412, DIAG-426, DIAG-331

TECHNIQUE ELECTIVES
There are 8 technique electives available to students enrolled in sophomore, junior, and senior classes. Completion of one technique elective is a graduation requirement. The student may take 2 electives free of additional cost and other techniques may be taken as space permits. Electives are offered on a rotating schedule. Prerequisites: TECH-129, TECH-130 plus additional courses as noted.

TECH-080 Upper Cervical Systems                           4 units, 44 hours

This course is an introduction to the use of various upper cervical techniques in chiropractic practice.

TECH-090 Activator (with lab)                                      2.5 units, 33 hours
This is a basic comprehensive introduction to the Activator Method of adjusting the full spine using the handheld Activator instrument. The leg check as the means of analysis is covered in depth.

Prerequisite: CPP-234

TECH-092 SOT II (with lab) (not offered for SP08 term)         

                                                                                                  1 unit, 22 hours
This course is a continuation and expansion of the introductory SOT course. The course will focus on expanding the student's understanding and skills in diagnosing and managing categories I, II, and III.
Prerequisite: TECH-417

TECH-094 Activator II (not offered for SP08 term)                                                                                                                1 unit, 22 hours
This course is designed to present advanced technique protocols for total spinal and pelvic areas. Instruction includes a total low force, non-invasive extremity adjusting technique. Prerequisite: TECH-090

TECH-098 B.E.S.T.                                                        2.5 units, 33 hours
This course introduces the student to the Bio-Energetic Syncronization Technique. The student will learn a variety of tests to evaluate the patient's sensory system and soft tissue aimed at re-balancing the nervous system.

TECH-180 NUCCA Advanced                                        3 units, 33 hours

A hands-on class where students will learn all aspects

 of applying NUCCA in patient care. Xray, analysis, biomechanics, adjusting, headpiece, leg check, Anatometer, and patient care protocols will be covered. .

TECH-181 Blair Advanced   (not offered for SP08 term)                                                                                                                    3 units, 33 hours

This course will cover the theory of Asymmetry of the cervical spine, Atlas and Axis motion and misalignment.

TECH-182 Biophysics Advanced                                3 units, 33 hours

This course integrates Drop Table, Diversified Toggle, Instrument Assisted Postural Mirror Image adjusting, exercises and traction to restore normal spinal mechanics.

TECH-183 Knee Chest Advanced                                   2.5 units, 30 hours
This course offers instruction on the application of the Knee Chest Upper
Cervical Specific adjustment in a clinical setting. This is an elective course which will cover the history, rationale, analysis and the correction utilized in the technique. Specific topics covered include thermography, biomechanical xray analysis, andKnee Chest Upper Cervical adjustment.

TECH-184 Atlas Orthogonal Advanced                             3 units, 33 hours

A hands-on class where students will learn all aspects of applying Atlas Orthogonality in patient care. Xray positioning, Xray analysis, scanning palpation, leg check, and atlas orthogonal adjusting procedures will be covered. .

TECH-417 SOT I (with lab)                                            2.5 units, 33 hours
This course consists of the analysis and diagnosis of spinal musculoskeletal disorders according to the Sacro-Occipital Technique, and covers the categorization of subluxations and their specific correction.