MPI Pregnant & Pediatric Patients

This comprehensive MPI lecture and hands-on workshop prepares chiropractors to confidently and safely treat pregnant, postpartum, and pediatric patients. Participants will gain clinical insight into the unique biomechanical challenges of pregnancy, including postural compensation patterns and hormonal influences on spinal stability. The workshop covers practical assessment techniques, evidence-based adjustment modifications, and positioning strategies for expectant and new mothers. Additionally, attendees will learn specialized pediatric examination and treatment protocols, including developmental milestones, common pediatric complaints, and age-appropriate techniques. Through interactive demonstrations and case-based learning, participants will develop the skills and confidence necessary to expand their practice into these specialized patient populations.

• -Identify anatomical and postural changes during pregnancy and their chiropractic implications
• -Apply evidence-based assessment and treatment protocols for pregnant patients across all trimesters
• -Recognize contraindications and modify techniques safely for pregnant and postpartum populations
• -Evaluate pediatric patients using age-appropriate assessment methods and establish baseline function
• -Develop effective treatment plans addressing common pediatric conditions (colic, torticollis, developmental delays)
• -Understand the physiological differences in pediatric spinal structures and how they affect treatment approach
• -Communicate effectively with parents/guardians regarding treatment goals and expected outcomes