06/27/2023 7 – 9 PM CT Pediatrics 314: Pearls for the Practicing Chiropractor

Topic: Pediatrics 314: Pearls for the Practicing Chiropractor

Credit Hours: 2

Instructor: Michael Hall, DC, FIACN

Description: The pediatric population is a fascinating and rewarding demographic for the practicing chiropractor. However, prenatal, perinatal, newborn, infant, toddler, preschool, and school age stages all have their particular challenges. This online chiropractic CE presentation will highlight some of the most interesting and influential aspects of chiropractic pediatric care that are essential to the practicing chiropractor.

Outline:

Defining the pediatric demographic stages of development
Milestones – necessity or formality
Tone assessment
Observation and decision making
Management considerations plagiocephaly, facial symmetry and mouth breathing
Head hold, posture, and gait
 Learning Outcomes:

Review pediatric stages and developmental milestones
Analyze the assessment of postural and axial tone
Develop skills to improve patient outcomes in the pediatric population