Mastering the Extremities and Spine the Wong Way

This course is designed to teach Chiropractors evaluation and adjusting techniques for all regions of the spine and extremities. Discussion of anatomy, common clinical conditions, and discernible patterns of subluxation in all body regions spans the 12 hours. Starting at the feet, the class works its' way up through the lower extremity, the pelvis, the spine, shoulders, ribs, upper extremity, neck, and jaw. The importance of the feet for whole-body stability is one of the core concepts of the class. When the arches of the feet have problems being too flat or too high, the body undergoes stress patterns, and a multitude of clinical ailments throughout the body may result. This class teaches the student how to analyze the patient, look for subluxation patterns, treat them and help their patients with home and lifestyle care. It involves hands-on examination/evaluation, modeling adjusting techniques, usage of physiotherapy modalities (i.e. cold laser, etc.), elastic taping protocols, and exercise procedures for all appropriate regions of the body. We also cover usage and marketing of ancillary products (custom orthotics, pillows, etc.) that are helpful for our patients and our practice.

• •Perform comprehensive biomechanical evaluations of the foot and ankle to identify structural abnormalities (pes planus, pes cavus) and assess their systemic effects on spinal alignment and posture
• •Demonstrate proper palpation, analysis, and adjustment techniques for all spinal regions (cervical, thoracic, lumbar) and identify subluxation patterns using the Wong methodology
• •Evaluate and treat upper and lower extremity joints using hands-on techniques, including shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, knee, and temporomandibular joint adjustments
• •Apply evidence-based physiotherapy modalities (cold laser therapy, therapeutic taping protocols) and prescribe targeted exercises for patient self-care and functional restoration
• •Develop patient education strategies addressing postural stress patterns and lifestyle modifications to support long-term outcomes
• •Integrate ancillary products (custom orthotics, therapeutic pillows) into clinical practice with appropriate patient fitting and practice marketing techniques