Chiropractic Terminology

This course was originally presented by Phylllis Frase-Charrette on January 8, 2019 and sponsored by ChiroHealth USA. A solid foundation in chiropractic terminology is an essential skill for all chiropractic assistants. After all, your ability to communicate and assist your doctor hinges on your ability to speak and understand the lingo. This session will provide a fundamental grasp of commonly used medical terms, abbreviations, and acronyms used in the chiropractic office.This course was originally presented by Phylllis Frase-Charrette and the Illinois Chiropractic Society on January 8, 2019 and sponsored by ChiroHealth USA. This course has been shared with permission. Due to this course being from Illinois Chiropractic Society, CCA Member discounts do not apply.

• •Identify and correctly interpret common medical and chiropractic abbreviations and acronyms used in clinical practice
• •Define essential chiropractic terminology related to patient assessment, treatment, and documentation
• •Demonstrate proper use of anatomical and pathological terms in chiropractic settings
• •Apply foundational medical terminology to improve communication with chiropractors and healthcare team members
• •Enhance ability to accurately document patient information and treatment plans using appropriate terminology
• •Build confidence in understanding clinical discussions and patient communications