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Clinical Neuroscience Program Master of Neuroscience Program

The breadth of material regarding a specific knowledge area module will be presented each month and will include a review of the literature relevant to the module. The depth of material regarding the knowledge area module will be presented and will include a review of the literature relevant to Chiropractic Practice. The application of the knowledge area module to chiropractic practice will be presented and chiropractic techniques utilizing and affecting the knowledge area module will be demonstrated and applied.

The generalizations and breadth of information regarding the knowledge area module will be contrasted with the depth of mechanisms appropriate to chiropractic. A variety of chiropractic techniques will be explored with a direction to explanation of methodology. The depth of information regarding chiropractic relevance of the knowledge area module will be formatted and direction towards the application of this depth will be accomplished via the utilization of patient examination and treatment videos.

Candidates will be divided into clinical groups at each knowledge area module and will utilize the information regarding the breadth and depth of the material to ascertain the longitudinal level of neurological lesions and to develop treatment plans which are appropriate to the individuality of the patient and his/her nervous system. The breadth, depth and application of the knowledge area module will also be developed.

Clinical Neurology will be explored and the breadth, depth and application of clinical applications will be associated with practicums and contact technique groups for each knowledge area module.

Upon completion of a knowledge area module candidates should be able to demonstrate a representative knowledge of the breadth of the literature representative of the subject material presented. They should also be able to have a representative knowledge of the depth of clinical neurology which is applicable to Chiropractic practice and the clinical foundations of human function. They should be able to link their breadth and depth of knowledge of the subject material to an application based understanding of neurophysiology with particular emphasis on clinical entities.

Our candidates are taught to be competent in their own self assessments. They learn to apply this knowledge to their general practices and social responsibilities and must comment on the personal directions and methods they will utilize to increase their ability to obtain/maintain an applicable knowledge of each module. As partners in learning, our candidates must also comment on the directions and methods they would like Carrick Institute to utilize to increase personal abilities to obtain/maintain an applicable knowledge of the module.

Eligibility for Enrollment

Students enrolled in a doctoral program of study in a health care discipline may attend all modules and receive academic credit for all work completed. Tuition for doctoral students in the Graduate program in Neurology is the same as for all other candidates, though students have the option to defer payment for part of their tuition.

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  Course Descriptions
 
Note: 800-series courses are 15-hour, two-day seminars held in the U.S. 900-series courses are 25-hour, three-day courses held in Europe, Asia, or Australia

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801 / 901 - Neuron Theory & Receptor Activation:
Advanced components of neuronal structure and activity will be reviewed with emphasis on the relationship between environmental potentials and their effects on the central nervous system. Clinical applications of the breadth and depth of information will be emphasized.

802 / 902 - Neuromuscular Applications:
Emphasis will be placed on the structure and function of the motor system in relationship to receptor activation. The relationship between brain/muscle spindle sensitivity/gain and muscle tone will be explored. Methodology concerning brain based activation of the neuromuscular system will be presented.

803 / 903 - Peripheral Nervous System:
Structure and function of the peripheral nervous system will be reviewed with emphasis on the clinical syndromes most commonly associated with lesions in the system. The central consequences of such lesions will be discussed in relationship to neuronal function thus developing new methodologies of diagnosis and treatment.

804 / 904 - Spinal Cord:
Detailed review of the structure and function of the spinal cord with emphasis on clinical syndromes. Also to be presented is structured methodology to differentiate between various clinical syndromes directly and or indirectly involving the spinal cord. Applications in the treatment of the spinal cord injured patient will be explored.

805 / 905 - Reflexogenic Systems:
Review of the structure and function of spinal cord reflexes from monosynaptic to cross cord reflexes. Clinical applications will we emphasized in relationship to the use of modalities in the treatment of central and peripheral based disorders of muscle tone.

806 / 906 - Autonomic Nervous System:
Emphasis will be placed on the structure and function of the ANS in relationship to respiratory, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, and genitourinary function and pathology. Autonomic concomitants associated with central and peripheral lesions will be reviewed. Clinical methodology involving diagnosis and treatment of neurological dysfunction of the ANS will be reviewed.

807 / 907 - Cerebellar Cortices:
Review of the major afferent and efferent projections of the cerebellum as well as the central/peripheral consequences of cerebellar pathology. The relationship of labyrinthine integration to occular movement will be discussed in detail with emphasis on its clinical application.

807 B - Spinal Cord and Cerebellum:
Designed to enhance clinical skills in analysis, treatment protocols and rehab, this module addresses the anatomy functional neurophysiology between the spinal cord and cerebellum with the major emphasis placed on the cerebellum.

808 / 908 - The Brain & Its Environment:
Review of the internal and supportive structures of the brain with emphasis placed on the major afferent and efferent projections associated with brain activity. Lesions of the supportive structures of brain and the clinical methodology used in determining brain vascular integrity will be discussed. Applications specific to brain based treatments will be explored in detail.

808 B: Brain:
The module explores the anatomical and neurofunctional structures of the human brain. Laced with clinical information, this module is filled with analytical gems and adjusting applications to enhance the patients probability toward a higher quality of life.

809 / 909 - Cranial Nerves:
Complete review of the structure and function of the cranial nerves with emphasis on their clinical syndromes. Applications and procedures specific to this area of the nervous system will be covered in detail both didactically and practically.

810 / 910 - Lobes of the Brain:
Review the basic functions and structures associated with the frontal, parietal, temporal and occipital lobes. Methodology involving the use of optokinetic stimulations and other brain based diagnostics and therapeutics will be reviewed.

811 / 911 - Neurological Diagnosis:
Presentation of a structured format in approaching the neurological examination. Emphasis will be placed on reviewing the most common syndromes one may encounter during the practical portion of the exam as well as methodology to understand and apply non Cartesian logic.

812 / 912 - Sensory Systems:
The major sensory pathways will be discussed specific to their structure and function. Central processing of sensory information will be reviewed in relationship to thalamic and cortical integration. Disorders of the sensorium will be reviewed and methodology introduced to aid in differentiating these disorders from central and peripheral origins. Applications specific to the treatment of the sensorium will be explored.

813 / 913 - Pain:
Pain generating mechanisms will be reviewed from the receptor to central processing. Central mechanisms for pain inhibition and facilitation will be reviewed with emphasis placed on the clinical syndromes associated with pain integration. Methodology specific to chiropractic modalities will be reviewed as well.

814 / 914 - Head & Face Pain:
The most common syndromes involving head pain from migraines to trigeminal neuralgia will be reviewed. Afferent pain pathways from the face will be reviewed in regards to their structure and function. Applications specific to the facial pain sufferer will be presented.

815 / 915 - Motor Systems:
Discussion of the structure and function of the major volitional and non volitional motor pathways. Function of the basal ganglia, cerebral cortex, cerebellum, brainstem and spinal cord will be discussed in relationship to the human motor system. Applications specific to the diagnosis and treatment of both central and peripheral pathology will be covered.

816 - Peripheral Nerve Disorders and Neurophysiologic Testing:
A review of Peripheral nerve injury, entrapment, and diseases will illustrate peripheral nerve dysfunction. The neurophysiologic testing of peripheral nerves including nerve conduction velocity, late responses, and needle electromyography. Case studies will help the learner correlate the neurophysiologic testing with the nerve dysfunction. This is not a technical module on how to do the procedures. This is reserved for the Electrodiagnosis Specialty Modules with the on-line modules.

817 / 917 - Neurological Imaging:
Presentation of a comprehensive inventory of diagnostic imaging specific to the neurological system. Methodology of interpretation of testing and practical applications complimentary to the neurological examination.

818 / 918 - Clinical Applications I:
First module in six part series: Presentation of applications specific to the disorders of the human nervous system. The candidate will learn how to apply advanced applications specific to all areas of the nervous system studied in the Graduate School Program of Clinical Neurology. These advanced modules will be based upon practicums and patient based paradigms.

819 / 919 - Clinical Applications II:
Second module in six part series: Presentation of applications specific to the disorders of the human nervous system. The candidate will learn how to apply advanced applications specific to all areas of the nervous system studied in the Graduate School Program of Clinical Neurology. These advanced modules will be based upon practicums and patient based paradigms.

820 / 920 - Clinical Applications III:
Third module in six part series: Presentation of applications specific to the disorders of the human nervous system. The candidate will learn how to apply advanced applications specific to all areas of the nervous system studied in the Graduate School Program of Clinical Neurology. These advanced modules will be based upon practicums and patient based paradigms.

821 / 921 - Clinical Applications IV:
Fourth module in six part series: Presentation of applications specific to the disorders of the human nervous system. The candidate will learn how to apply advanced applications specific to all areas of the nervous system studied in the Graduate School Program of Clinical Neurology. These advanced modules will be based upon practicums and patient based paradigms.

822 / 922 - Clinical Applications V:
Fifth module in six part series: Presentation of applications specific to the disorders of the human nervous system. The candidate will learn how to apply advanced applications specific to all areas of the nervous system studied in the Graduate School Program of Clinical Neurology. These advanced modules will be based upon practicums and patient based paradigms.

823 / 923 - Clinical Applications VI:
Sixth module in six part series: Presentation of applications specific to the disorders of the human nervous system. The candidate will learn how to apply advanced applications specific to all areas of the nervous system studied in the Graduate School Program of Clinical Neurology. These advanced modules will be based upon practicums and patient based paradigms.

824 / 924 - Chiropractic Adjusting Techniques for Chiropractors:
This program of study is central to the hands on adjusting of joints without the use of instrumentation or anesthesia. Our program is designed to promote maximum skill acquisition in adjusting by the Chiropractor. The participant will be immersed in practical application learning scenarios based upon a neurological model of health care.

825 / 925 - Clinical Neurology for the Practicing Chiropractor - Part I
This program focusses on some practical and effective ways of applying Neurology for the practicing Chiropractor.

825 B - Basic Concepts in Neurology:
An investigation into the anatomy, functional neurophysiology, clinical analysis and adjusting protocols pertaining to receptors, axons, synaptic excitation/ inhibition, neurons, the spinal cord and its reflexogenic pathways.

826 / 926 - Clinical Neurology for the Practicing Chiropractor - Part II
This program focusses on some practical and effective ways of applying Neurology for the practicing Chiropractor.

928 - Vertigo:
The Diagnosis and Treatment of Vertigo utilizing non pharmaceutical and non surgical approaches. This is a 3 day 30 credit hour program being held only at the University of Connecticut Health Center on April 25-27, 2003 and instructed personally by Frederick Carrick, DC, PhD, DACAN, DABCN, DACNB, FACCN. The Vertigo symposium is a program of study which includes advanced practicums and applications. Places for this symposium will be limited. This is the only program featuring Prof Carrick to be held on this subject.

829 / 929 - Grand Rounds:
Patients with the most difficult neurological syndromes are examined and treated by Prof Carrick in Grand Rounds.

830 / 930 - Diagnosis and Treatment of ADHD, Learning Disablities and Behavioral Disorders:
Part I
ADHD, ADD, ADHD, LD, TDD, OCD, Autism, Tourettes, ABA, NDT including the breadth, depth and applications central to these disorders.

831 / 931 - Diagnosis and Treatment of ADHD, Learning Disablities and Behavioral Disorders:
Part II
ADHD, ADD, ADHD, LD, TDD, OCD, Autism, Tourettes, ABA, NDT including the breadth, depth and applications central to these disorders.

832 / 932 - Neurological Examination and Diagnosis For the Practicing Chiropractor:
This two-day immersion program in neurological diagnosis and examination procedures has been designed specifically for the practicing chiropractor with little background in chiropractic neurology. Though specifically designed for those practitioners with little background in chiropractic neurology the program has also been designed to facilitate better examination and diagnostic abilities of practitioners at any level of previous study in the field.

934 - Human Brain Dissection Course:
Prof. Carrick leads a functional Human Brain Dissection. Candidates that are accepted for this symposium will participate in a 3 day functional exploration of the human brain. Candidates should be prepared for an advanced practicum on the subject. Participants will be assigned to small group dissection. This program will be limited in attendance - Priority will be given to Neurology Diplomates.

940 - Vestibular Rehabilitation Part I:
Part one of onsite portion of a 125 Credit Hour certificate program in Vestibular Rehabilitation. The program is a combination of on site and online learning which prepares the clinician to be able to serve the needs of individuals suffering from vertigo and related disorders. The diagnostics and applications specific to the treatment of vestibulo-ocular and brain based consequences of vertigo are central to this program.

941 - Vestibular Rehabilitation Part II:
Part two of onsite portion of a 125 Credit Hour certificate program in Vestibular Rehabilitation. The program is a combination of on site and online learning which prepares the clinician to be able to serve the needs of individuals suffering from vertigo and related disorders. The diagnostics and applications specific to the treatment of vestibulo-ocular and brain based consequences of vertigo are central to this program.

942 - Vestibular Rehabilitation Part III:
Part three of onsite portion of a 125 Credit Hour certificate program in Vestibular Rehabilitation. The program is a combination of on site and online learning which prepares the clinician to be able to serve the needs of individuals suffering from vertigo and related disorders. The diagnostics and applications specific to the treatment of vestibulo-ocular and brain based consequences of vertigo are central to this program.

961 - Principle of Nerve Conduction Studies:
In this module the breadth depth and application of upper and lower extremity nerve conduction studies will be discussed in detail. This module will include the understanding, performance and interpretation of motor and sensory nerve conduction studies, F and H waves and various techniques used in nerve conduction studies. There will be lecture and detailed practicums that will give the learner a chance to develop confidence, gain experience and learn to trouble shoot in regards to technique. During the process there will be discussion on various peripheral nerve pathologies, causes, treatments and classifications of nerve injury. Learning to differentially diagnose will be emphasized throughout the module. Learners should be prepared to administer a controlled electrical impulse to other learners as well as receive a controlled electrical impulse themselves while performing nerve conduction studies during the modules prepared practicums.

962 - Principles of Electromyography
In this module the breadth, depth and application of electromyography of the upper and lower extremities as well as paraspinal studies will be discussed in detail. This module will include the understanding, performance and interpretation of electromyography as well as aspects of safety, needle disposal, waveform morphology and appropriate needle insertion techniques as well as muscle identification and activation. There will be lecture and detailed practicums that will give the learner a chance to develop confidence, gain experience and learn to trouble shoot in regards to technique and performance. During the process of the module there will be discussion on various aspects of muscle disease and pathologies that are demonstrated with electromyography. Learning to differentially diagnose will be emphasized throughout the module. Learners should be prepared to insert sterile pin electrodes into other learners and to be inserted themselves during the process of the modules prepared practicums.

963 - Principles of Evoked Potential Studies:
In this module the breadth, depth and application will be discussed in regards to various evoked potential studies including upper and lower extremity somatosensory studies as well as brainstem and auditory evoked potential studies. This module will include the understanding, performance and interpretation of the aforementioned evoked potential studies. There will be lecture and detailed practicums that will give the learner a chance to develop confidence, gain experience and learn to trouble shoot in regards to technique and testing procedures. Over the course of the module there will be discussion over various pathologies and diseases that can be observed and demonstrated with evoked potential testing. Learning to differentially diagnose will be emphasized throughout the module. Learners should be prepared to administer a controlled electrical impulse and receive a controlled electrical impulse during practicums.

964 - Advanced Electrodiagnositic hands on practicum:
This knowledge area is specific to the performance of electrodiagnostic studies. Learners will be exposed to various combinations of studies in a practical application based module that will facilitate application. This course will delineate individual participant weaknesses in application and assist in development of techniques to improve clinical abilities.

965 - Advanced Electrodiagnostic case studies:
This module will promote clinical applications through Case Study Metholodology. Learners will be exposed to differential diagnostic criterion addressing the following example cases DDX from carpal tunnel, SOL, Ddx MS, ALS, Cervial Myelopathy

966 - Clinical Electrodiagnosis Applications and Electrodiagnosis Board Review:
A comprehensive review and practicum specific to all areas of Electrodiagnosis.

767 (25 hour online course) - Advanced principles of Electrodiagnosis:
This online module will include greater breadth, depth and understanding of physiology, and topics related to nerve conduction studies including evoked potentials as well as electromyography. This course will be used to give greater academic detail whereas the regular modules will be used to emphasize the hands on, practicum experience.

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