Decompression Summit Certification 2024
By: National University of Health Sciences

Course Description

Decompression Summit 2024 - CE Session Outlines


Managing Disc Conditions with Non-Surgical Axial Spinal Decompression (Part 1)
Dr. Tim Burkhart & Dr. Kourosh (Koko) Peterhansl

Description:

● Introductions: Who are we?

● Intervertebral Disc Physiology

● Etiology of Disc Dysfunction

● Current Spinal Decompression Research

● Minimum Effective Treatment Plan Requirements

● Best Practices for the Spinal Decompression Provider

● Clinical Testimonial (Orthopedic Surgeon Kourosh Peterhansl, MD)

● Clinical Lessons: Pharma, or Surgery versus the Conservative Alternative


Managing Disc Conditions with Non-Surgical Axial Spinal Decompression (Part 2)
Dr. Tim Burkhart

10:15am-12:00pm

Description:

● Decompression Technology Advancements

● “Why” Non-surgical Spinal Decompression

● The Biomechanical Effects of Decompression

● The Indications for Treatment

● The Contraindications for Treatment

● Hands on “Patient Capture”


Optimizing Your Decompression Protocol
Dr. Kyle Pankonin

1:20pm-3:00pm

Description:

The lecture will teach adjuncts to spinal decompression that creates a comprehensive protocol to take on the most challenging spine conditions.

Part 1: Class IV – MLS laser therapy.

Part 2: Custom orthotics – Foot Levelers

Part 3: Nutrition – anti-inflammatory diet and targeted supplementation.

Part 4: Rehabilitation

Part 5: Shockwave therapy – Piezowave

Part 6: Putting it all together.


Managing Disc Conditions with Non-Surgical Axial Spinal Decompression (Part 3)
Dr. Tim Burkhart

Description:

● Decompression Treatment Implementation in a Specialized Practice

● Initial Evaluation, Medical History and Care Plan Development

● Implementation of Proper Documentation for the Decompression Provider

● Follow-up Evaluation, Documenting and Assessing Decompression Therapy Outcomes

● Pitfalls of the Busy Spinal Decompression Practice

● Case Studies (from Dr. Burkhart's 40 years of experience with patient care to deepen your understanding of spinal decompression protocols)

● Q & A


Course Details

  • Decompression Summit Certification 2024
  • By:    National University of Health Sciences
  • Instructor:    Tim Burkhart, DC; Kyle Pankonin, DC; Kourosh (Koko) Peterhansl, MD
  • Total CE Hours:    8.0
  • Course Format:     Live In Person Seminar
  • Course Start:    09/14/2024   08:00am
  • Course End:    09/15/2024   12:00pm
  • Time Zone:    Eastern
  • Location State:    Texas
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  • Course Categories:     DC Continuing Education
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