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Chiropractic Students: Your Video Essay Submission Wanted

swikler — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 19:34:26 +0000

“What is the future of NUCCA?” We want your perspective.

NUCCA wants the perspective of chiropractic students. No writing required. Just simply email your videos to the address below, and your video will be judged by a panel of practicing NUCCA doctors for its content.

Make it as fancy or as simple as you want. Or as long or as short as you want.

Scholarships to the FALL NUCCA CONFERENCE will be given away to one student from each chiropractic school who submits a video.

Send your submission to: drstan@myamazingspine.com

and do it no later than September 24, 2010.

Contestants must be sure to include their name, address, school, anticipated graduation date and phone number in the email.

Videos will be uploaded to a NUCCA YouTube page for viewing and judging. Good luck!

Neurology of the Upper Cervical Spine: NUCCA Conference Preview

swikler — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 18:46:34 +0000

The amount of information we now hold about neurology has virtually exploded over recent years.

Dr. Heidi Grant

We have learned more about the human nervous system over the past 5 years than over the past 50.

Join Dr. Heidi Grant, MSc(A), DC, DACNB, FACFN in a review of the brain stem, both of its anatomy and neurology. We will also discuss the neurological pathways responsible for the changes seen with blood pressure, and we will explore the clinical relevance to NUCCA, including myths and fallacies.

Neurology is often seen as a heavy subject, but we will use a novel, fun approach to learn neurological principles and have a greater appreciation for how the NUCCA correction impacts the human body. Please bring coloured pencils/pens and paper, and be prepared to draw!

Interfacing with the Dentist in Clinical Practice: NUCCA Conference Preview

swikler — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 15:29:39 +0000

Dr. Jeffrey Scholten

Join Dr. Jeffrey Scholten (Vice-President of NUCCA) and your colleagues with experience in this area, as they provide and facilitate discussion designed to offer critical information to better integrate your practice with dental practices. Many dentist are searching for upper cervical chiropractors who they can work with to provide patients with better and more complete care.

To be successful in integrating properly, the chiropractor needs to have an understanding of what occurs during patient care in a dental office.

Take advantage of this opportunity by attending this informative and popular class!

Upper Cervical Fusion Announces Agenda

swikler — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 20:05:32 +0000

The Upper Cervical Council has just published the agenda for the Upper Cervical Fusion Conference taking place in San Jose, California in the fall of 2010.

Please visit the Upper Cervical Fusion website to see the agenda and to register.

Why Teach and Research? The Consistent Mission of NUCCA

swikler — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 18:30:40 +0000

Who appreciates NUCCA Research and Conferences? It can’t be said any better than as it was said as far back as 1973, in the first issue of the Upper Cervical Monograph:

If you are interested in all aspects of the Atlas Subluxation Complex then we’ll see you at the next NUCCA conference in Atlanta!

Upcoming Events for Chiropractic Students

swikler — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 03:01:54 +0000

In case you missed it there are a number of NUCCA related events for chiropractic students listed in the current newsletter.

They are listed here for your convenience. For more information please see the contact information included.

July 9th Life Chiropractic College West Seminar Hayward, CA An all school event entitled Seminar is being held at Life Chiropractic College West offering a range of chiropractic workshops. Call 510/780-4500 for information.

July 9th, 10th – Taking Care of People San Mateo Foster City, CA Dr. Robert Brooks will be presenting his popular weekend seminar entitled Taking Care of People as part of the Life West Seminar event. For registration and details: healing@brooksspinalcare.com

July 23rd, 24th Lyceum – A Gathering of Light Castro, CA Dr. Jack Stockwell and Dr. Robert Brooks will be presenting a program at the Castro Valley Masonic Center sponsored by the Delta Sigma Chi fraternity entitled “Lyceum – A Gathering of Light.” For tickets and details: www.dscnu.com

September 23rd – 25th – Fusion San Jose, CA Fusion: An Overview of Five Upper Cervical Perspectives, a unique first time conference. Register at http://uppercervicalfusion.com

October 13th -16th – NUCCA Fall Conference Atlanta, GA
Join us for an innovative academic program, job fair, wine and cheese event and special guest speaker Paul Chek.

NUCCA and Paul Chek: Posture Brings Us Together!

DrZWard — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 21:39:23 +0000

From its inception NUCCA has been interested in the global health effects of the Atlas Subluxation, especially the role the upper cervical spine plays in postural distortion. One of the organization’s first research projects was to see if a reliable measurement of postural distortion could be devised with the patient in a standing position. This led to the creation and patenting of the Anatometer, the Anatometer II, and the Anatometer, Jr. Significantly, NUCCA has found that improved balance in the upper cervical spine is reflected in improved balance in standing body posture as measured by pelvic height and pelvic rotation, and an improvement in a right or left spinal list, if one is present.

Said simply a good adjustment would lead to better posture, and less body distortion.

The NUCCA evaluation of posture often offers a critical point of intersection between the NUCCA doctor and other providers, including orthopedists, physical therapists, movement therapists, athletic trainers, and massage therapists. The Atlas Subluxation Complex has clinical significance not just for the chiropractor, but for anyone concerned with human well being, and excellence in human performance.

Perhaps one of the most well-known non-chiropractic practitioners to acknowledge the importance of the upper cervical spine is Paul Chek, founder of the C.H.E.K. (Corrective Holistic Exercise Kinesiology) Institute. Paul is licensed as a Holistic Health Practitioner (California) and is a Certified Neuromuscular Therapist and Clinical Exercise Specialist (ACE). His unique approach of examining the body as a unified system when approaching health and performance issues has earned him audiences across the world. Paul has this to say about NUCCA and human performance:

“For those of you wanting to facilitate a complete recovery of any patient, friend, relative, or even yourself, I strongly suggest an evaluation by a NUCCA doctor. Until you have a fully functional upper cervical spine, your rehabilitation program is far from complete!”

~ Paul Chek, MSS, HHP NMT – Founder, C.H.E.K Institute

NUCCA is proud to welcome Paul Chek, MSS, HHP, NMT as our keynote speaker at the Fall 2010 NUCCA Conference.

swikler — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 22:47:14 +0000

*PRACTICE INNOVATION 2010* *February 26^th 4:00 pm to 10:30 pm* *February 27^th 9:00 am to 9:00 pm*
FRIDAY	ROOM 1	INSTRUCTOR	ROOM 2	INSTRUCTOR
3:00-4:00 PM	*REGISTRATION*
4:00-4:20 PM	*INTRODUCTION*
4:30-5:20 PM	More $ Less Time	Dr. Devin Luzod	Creating the Practice of your Dreams	Dr. Robert Brooks
5:30-6:20 PM	The Vertex – A Geometric Approach	Dr. Russell Friedman	Pro Training For Adjusting & Communicating	Dr. Jeremy Barone
6:30-7:20 PM	Taking Care of People	Dr. Robert Brooks	100 New Patients In 100 Days	Dr. Ed McCullough
7:30-8:20 PM	Excellence In Practice	Dr. Marshall Dickholtz, Jr.	Mindset & Daily Rituals Of A Champion	Dr. Justin Brown
8:30-10:30 PM	*STEVE HOFFMAN – PRACTICE COACH – PATIENT EDUCATION*
SATURDAY	ROOM 1	INSTRUCTOR	ROOM 2	INSTRUCTOR
9:00-9:50 AM	Nutrition & The ASC	Dr. Jack Stockwell	Team Building A Superstar Office Staff	Dr. Larry Arbeitman
10:00-10:50 AM	Building Relationships Practitioner Referrals	Dr. Jeffrey Scholten	3-D Biomechanics (10:00-11:50am)	Dr. Russell Friedman
11:00-11:50 AM	Pro Training for Adjusting & Communicating	Dr. Jeremy Barone	3-D Biomechanics (10:00-11:50am)	Dr. Russell Friedman
12:00-12:50 PM	Marketing & Branding	Dr. Kerry Johnson	Light Up Your Marketing: Presentations For The Office	Dr. Terry McCoskey
1:00-2:30 PM	*LUNCH*
2:30-3:50 PM	Million Dollar Cash Practice	Dr. George Gertner	Radio That Works	Dr. Jack Stockwell
4:00-4:50 PM	Marketing In Your Pajamas -$50K IN Zero Out	Dr. Russell Friedman	Team Building A Superstar Office Staff	Dr. Larry Arbeitman
5:00-5:50 PM	Marketing & Branding	Dr. Kerry Johnson	Levering the Spine: Correcting Resistant Pathways and C/A (Pre-Requisite: 3-D Biomechanics)	Dr. Russell Friedman
6:00-6:50 PM	Max Corrections	Dr. Marshall Dickholtz, Jr.	Taking Care Of People	Dr. Robert Brooks
7:00-7:50 PM	100 New Patients In 100 Days	Dr. Ed McCullough	Building Relationships Practitioner Referrals	Dr. Jeffrey Scholten
8:00-9:00 PM	Light Up Your Marketing: Presentations For The Office	Dr. Terry McCoskey	More $ Less Time	Dr. Devin Luzod

Canadian Complimentary & Alernative Medicine Policy Conference

swikler — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 21:46:59 +0000

The Complementary and Alternative Medicine Policy in Canada: A Better Approach Conference will be held on September 26th, 2009 at the Four Seasons Hotel in Vancouver, BC. The presentations and panel discussions at the conference are intended to provide insight into the regulation of natural health products and CAM practitioners. The conference will also discuss how the structure of health care insurance in Canada might be better structured to allow for greater freedom in the choice of health care services and providers for Canadians. The registration deadline is September 21st, 2009.

Pilot Leg Check Reliability Study

swikler — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 16:30:57 +0000

This past weekend a pilot study for a Supine Leg Check (SLC) Training Course was conducted at Life Chiropractic College West (LCCW), instructed by Dr. Michael Zabelin. This course is based on requirements for the SLC NIH proposal. The intra-inter examiner reliability results will be submitted for the ACC/RAC Conference in March 2010. If accepted, a 2,000 word manuscript will be published in Journal of Chiropractic Education (peer reviewed, Pub Med). As a follow-up, in October, a large scale SLC reliability study will be conducted at LCCW.