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Thru The Chapters
by fowlerchiro
Thru The Chapters is a one year Journey thru the text, Gonstead Chiropractic Science and Art by Roger Herbst. This text is the basic primer for anyone intent on learning the foundational concepts of Gonstead Chiropractic. This is a 52 week program designed to teach you fundamental concepts supported by Science, informed by Philosophy, and applied as Art. The 52 week format makes it so you can jump in anywhere and complete the journey from wherever you begin.
Episodes
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Purple: Week 25
In today's episode, we will begin Chapter 10 and our discussion of the Lower Cervicals (C2-C7). We will begin by discussing the unique aspects of the biomechanics and assessment of this important area, along with whiplash as a unique form of injury.
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Week 12: The Mechanism of Vertebral Subluxation Part II
In today's episode, we will conclude our discussion on the mechanism of vertebral subluxation. This gives us the foundational knowledge to know what we are looking for and how to know when we have found it. For additional information on this topic, you can check out our sister podcast called,...
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Week 11: The Mechanism of Vertebral Subluxation
In today's episode, we will begin Chapter 5 and a discussion of the vertebral subluxation. This chapter will explain the disc model as understood by Dr Gonstead. We will discuss the working of the intervertebral disc as well as the 6 stages of disc degeneration.
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Purple: Week 24 - Scoliosis
In today's episode, we will cover all of chapter 9 on the topic of scoliosis. We will discuss the information we need to know for diagnostic purposes as well as the treatment approach that is most consistent with the Gonstead methodology.
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Week 10: Lumbosacral Misalignments
In today's episode, we will review the rules for determining misalignment of the sacrum at the SI joint. We will then turn our attention to determining misalignments of the sacrum at the lumbosacral joint. This will include the important topic of distinguishing between a base posterior sacrum and…
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Week 9: Sacral Misalignments
In today's episode, we will talk about what goes wrong when the sacrum is responsible for causing SI joint dysfunction. We will look at the biomechanics as well as the x-ray assessment of the sacrum to determine how we should be adjusting the joint in order to restore proper function.
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Week 8: Actual Deficiency
In today's episode, we will be looking at femur head heights and using the measured deficiency to determine/calculate the actual deficiency. This is an important consideration when determining when you should and when you should not prescribe a heel lift.
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Purple: Week 23
In today's episode, we will finish Chapter 8 on the Thoracic Spine. This will include a brief discussion of somatovisceral and viscerosomatic reflexes followed by a discussion on examination procedures, followed by a description of proper adjustment positioning.
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Week 7: Femur Height Changes
In this episode, we will discuss the relationship between femur head height and pelvic position. We will begin by briefly discussing the current research on this topic before we dive into the text itself. The aim of this lesson is to understand clinical utility.
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Purple: Week 22
In today's episode, we will begin Chapter 8 and our discussion of the Thoracic spine. This will include a discussion about the unique aspects of the Thoracic spine and how it differs from both the Lumbar and Cervical spine.
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Week 6: Compound Ilium Misalignments
In today's episode, we will be looking at the compound Ilium misalignments. This includes the expected radiographic findings based on projection distortion. It also includes an understanding of the underlying biomechanics that drives compensation in these instances.
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Week 5: The In/Ex Ilium misalignment
In this episode, we will discuss the Ilium's movement around the Y-axis. This is known as an IN or EX Ilium misalignment. This movement can be quite destructive to the joints of the low back and hip. Today, we will analyze how we can determine to what extent this issue may be affecting our patient.
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Purple Week 21: Lumbar Corrections & the Knee Chest Table
In today's episode, we will finish up the last few side posture adjustments and then turn our attention to lumbar corrections on the knee chest table.
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Thru the Chapters: Week 4 - PI Ilium Misalignments
In today's episode, we will discuss the PI Ilium misalignment as it appears on the film. We will also take a second look at some of the concepts from last week that apply to both misalignments. It is important to remember that we are discussing misalignments and not subluxations (at this point).
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Purple: Week 20 - AP Lumbar Radiography and Adjustments
In today's episode, we will begin by discussing AP radiography of the Lumbar spine and conclude by discussing the exact procedure for correcting certain listings in the lumbar spine.
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Thru the Chapters: Week 3 - AS Ilium Misalignments
In today's episode, we will discuss the AS Ilium misalignment. This includes the predictable changes in pelvic imaging that accompany this misalignment as well as the relationship between the sacrum and the ilium.
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Thru the Chapters: Week 2 - Introduction
In today's episode, we will go through the introduction of the book. This section sets the foundation and the basis for understanding everything that will come after it. This includes an understanding of the foundation principle, the disc basis of subluxation, and the basics of taking a proper...
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Purple: Week 19
In today's episode, we will be discussing the evaluation of the lumbar spine along with some common conditions that affect this area. We will also discuss some important adjusting considerations for a few different conditions to ensure maximum patient comfort and efficacy.
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Thru The Chapters: Week 1
In today's episode, we will be going through the Preface of the book. This means that we will be setting a strict foundation for understanding what we are learning and how it should be applied.
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Purple: Week 18
In this episode, we will continue to look at the lumbar spine by looking at some of the conditions that are possible in this area, as well as some of the diagnostic procedures that can help us in our assessment of the area.
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Doctor: Week 7
In this episode, we will conclude the book by looking at some random thoughts that will contribute to your image and growth as a doctor. This is intended to help you to complete the package and to know all of the ingredients for becoming the doctor, doctor.
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Purple: Week 17
In this episode, we will begin the chapter on the lumbar spine. This will begin with a discussion of the unique aspects of the lumbar spine and how we much consider this uniqueness in both the assessment and the correction.
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Doctor: Week 6
In this episode, we will discuss the doctor's office. What image do you want to present and what should the doctor's office look like as a representation of who they are?
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Doctor: Week 5
In today's episode, we will discuss how chiropractic works in a variety of cases, as well as how to best communicate with patients in these unique environments.
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Purple: Week 16
In today's episode, we will conclude the chapter on the pelvis by talking about the sacrum and the coccyx. We will discuss the three joint complex of the sacrum and how the joints influence one another.
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Doctor: Week 4
In Chapter 4, we will discuss "the joys of motoring". This is an important lesson for any doctor to learn if they hope to practice for a long time.
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Doctor: Week 3
In the third chapter, we will be talking about Pain. We see people in acute pain as well as chronic pain, and we must recognize that different stages of pain require different approaches. This chapter will help us to understand the role we play in each scenario. skool.com/kinnectiontraining
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Purple: Week 15
In today's episode, we will conclude the adjustments of the pelvis by looking at the AS, ASIn, and ASEx. We will look at the proper technique for performing these adjustments on all of the different tables. skool.com/kinnectiontraining
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Doctor: Week 2
In today's episode we will talk about how the doctor should speak to the patient. What you say and how you say it are crucial to determining how the patient will view you and whether or not they will see you as the doctor.
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Purple: week 14
In today's episode, we will discuss the spinal examination process. We will then begin a detailed discussion of pelvis listings and the proper procedure for creating a proper adjustment. The goal is to accurately assess the listing and then apply a correction that is only appropriate for that...
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Doctor: Chapter 1
In today's episode, we will begin the book "Who's the Doctor, Doctor". In this chapter, we will explore what the patients expect a doctor to be and how we should conform to that image.
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Purple: Week 14 - Basic Anatomy and Biomechanics of the Pelvis
In today's episode, we will begin Chapter 6 on the Pelvis by looking at the basic elements that make up the Pelvis. This includes the joint structure and anatomy, but it also includes the biomechanics of motion to understand the normal motion of the joint.
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Week 42: Extremity Corrections
In today's episode, we conclude our journey through the Chapters by discussing extremity corrections. This will include elbow, wrist, feet, and even the TMJ. The book concludes by demonstrating the importance of non-spinal subluxations and their corrections.
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Purple: Week 13 - Stress Radiographs
In today's episode we will conclude our discussion of Chapter 5 by talking about Stress Radiographs. Stress Radiographs are not mentioned in the Chapters book, so this is a great way to learn about this additional tool that can be of tremendous value in your assessment of the patient.
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Week 41: Extremity Adjustments - The Knee
In this episode, we will begin our discussion of extremity adjustments. We will do this by discussing the knee joint, which includes adjustments of the femur, tibia, and fibula.
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Purple: Week 12 - Clinical Radiography
In today's episode, we will be looking at the proper technique for analyzing the radiographs. The biomechanical evaluation of standing radiographs is unique to chiropractic and provides the information necessary to make a specific adjustment.
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Week 40: Infant Adjustments
In this brief chapter, we will be discussing the proper technique for adjusting the infant. This includes modifications of the regular adjustment to accommodate the infant body.
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Week 39: Occipital Corrections
In today's episode, we will be looking at Occipital Corrections for the PS and AS Occiput. It is essential to understand the 3 dimensional nature of these misalignments to know how to correct them properly.
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Purple: Week 11
In today's episode we will begin Chapter 5 and a discussion of full spine Radiography. Full spine x-rays are not only essential to the Gonstead work, but for any chiropractor who would attempt to address the biomechanics component of the Vertebral Subluxation Complex. As we begin, we will discuss...
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Week 38: Upper Cervical Corrections
In today's episode, we will begin by talking about an important adjusting concept that is often ignored and leads to a lot of confusion. We will then discuss Atlas corrections in both the seated position and on the knee chest table.
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Week 37: Lower Cervical Corrections in the Chair
In today's episode, we will be discussing the proper technique for adjusting lower cervical subluxations in the cervical chair. This includes both doctor and patient positioning to create a proper correction.
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Purple: Week 10
In today's episode, we will complete the chapter by looking at Instrumentation and X-ray as we look to integrate several different findings to produce a coherent picture of the VSC and its ultimate location. This will conclude the chapter on spinal evaluation.
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Week 36: Lower Cervical Adjustments on the Knee Chest Table
In today's episode, we will begin the chapter on lower cervical corrections by discussing adjustments on the knee chest table, which can also apply to the HiLo table as well. These adjustments are intended to be very precise, so we will look at how to do them with precision.
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Week 35: Mid and Upper Thoracic Corrections
In today's episode, we will be discussing corrections of the mid and upper thoracic vertebra on the knee chest table. It is important to understand the proper technique in order to create a correction and not merely a cavitation.
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Purple: Wk 9
In today's episode, we will conclude our discussion on palpation. This includes positioning as well as technique for proper assimilation of information.
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Week 34: Lower Thoracic Corrections
In today's episode, we will begin Chapter 16 on Thoracic Corrections. We will be covering adjustments on the knee chest table as well as the lower thoracic spine exclusively.
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Purple: Week 8 - Clinical Examination
In today's episode, we will look at the elements of a clinical examination and how we should put the information together to determine what is in the best interest of the patient. This is not about choosing one method of diagnosis, but it is about compiling data into a complete clinical picture.
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Week 33: Lumbar Corrections on the Knee Chest Table
In today's episode, we talk exclusively about corrections on the knee chest table. This includes proper patient set up and relaxation, as well as doctor stance and technique. This is an important table for all Gonstead Chiropractors to use on a daily basis and it begins with a proper…
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Purple: Week 7
In today's episode, we will finish our discussion of the Vertebral Subluxation Complex and how we can think about it scientifically. We will conclude the chapter by discussing different proposed mechanisms for how the VSC can contribute to lower health and adaptability.
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Week 32: Lumbar Corrections on the Pelvic Bench
In today's episode, we will begin discussing Lumbar Corrections. We will do this by discussing how we make these corrections on the pelvic bench. Next week, we will discuss the same corrections on the knee chest table.
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Thru The Chapters is a one year Journey thru the text, Gonstead Chiropractic Science and Art by Roger Herbst. This text is the basic primer for anyone intent on learning the foundational concepts of Gonstead Chiropractic. This is a 52 week program designed to teach you fundamental concepts supported by Science, informed by Philosophy, and applied as Art. The 52 week format makes it so you can jump in anywhere and complete the journey from wherever you begin.
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fowlerchiro
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