Chiropractic Management for POTS & Dysautonomia

As more patients recover from COVID-19 with some patients developing forms of Long Covid, there is greater awareness on the detrimental effects that viral infections can have on the autonomic nervous system. Patients and medical professionals are becoming more aware of postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) and other forms of dysautonomia, leading to increased diagnosis and more patients seeking care. This one-hour course will provide an overview of recognizing patients with different forms of autonomic dysfunction and how chiropractors may play a role in these disorders.This essential one-hour course equips chiropractors with the knowledge to identify and understand various forms of autonomic dysfunction, particularly POTS, which is increasingly prevalent. By understanding the chiropractic role in managing these complex conditions, practitioners can expand their scope of care, offer much-needed support to a growing patient population, and enhance their clinical practice with relevant, up-to-date information on post-viral syndromes and dysautonomia.

• •Define postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) and differentiate between various forms of dysautonomia
• •Identify clinical presentations and diagnostic criteria for autonomic dysfunction in chiropractic patient populations
• •Explain the pathophysiological mechanisms linking viral infections, including COVID-19 and Long COVID, to autonomic nervous system dysfunction
• •Evaluate the chiropractic scope of care in managing patients with POTS and dysautonomia, including appropriate referral criteria
• •Apply practical assessment and management strategies to support patients with autonomic dysfunction in clinical practice
• •Recognize red flags and contraindications that require medical consultation or referral