


Foundations of Autonomic Neuroanatomy and Neurochemistry
Advanced diagnostic and rehabilitation strategies for autonomic nervous system disorders in clinical practice
Comprehensive training in dysautonomia diagnosis and rehabilitation. Learn autonomic system examination, testing protocols, and integrated treatment approaches.
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Course Description
Complex autonomic cases challenge even experienced clinicians. Patients present with orthostatic intolerance, gastroparesis, or temperature dysregulation, often misdiagnosed for years. This course transforms clinical uncertainty into diagnostic confidence through systematic autonomic evaluation and evidence-based rehabilitation protocols. Master autonomic anatomy, pathophysiology, specialized testing procedures, and integrated treatment strategies that restore patient function and quality of life.
What you’ll learn:
• Master anatomical organization of sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems
• Diagnose autonomic neuropathy through comprehensive clinical examination techniques
• Interpret specialized autonomic testing including QSART and cardiovascular reflexes
• Develop rehabilitation protocols for orthostatic intolerance and gastroparesis
• Apply integrated treatment approaches for complex dysautonomia presentations
More About This Course
Autonomic nervous system disorders affect millions globally, presenting with symptoms ranging from orthostatic hypotension and postural tachycardia syndrome to gastroparesis and thermoregulatory dysfunction. These complex conditions often remain undiagnosed or mismanaged, leaving patients with debilitating symptoms and diminished quality of life. Healthcare providers frequently encounter autonomic symptoms but lack comprehensive training in systematic evaluation and evidence-based treatment approaches.
This advanced 25-hour course provides clinicians with essential knowledge and practical skills for diagnosing and managing dysautonomia across diverse patient populations. Participants gain expertise in autonomic nervous system anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology of autonomic disorders, clinical examination techniques, specialized autonomic testing protocols, and integrated rehabilitation strategies.
Dr. Nathan Keiser presents a systematic approach to autonomic dysfunction, combining foundational neuroscience with practical clinical applications. The curriculum covers sympathetic and parasympathetic pathways, visceral afferent systems, central autonomic networks, and their clinical significance in conditions such as postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, neurogenic orthostatic hypotension, and autoimmune autonomic neuropathy.
This course is designed for licensed healthcare providers seeking advanced training in autonomic medicine, including physicians, chiropractors, physical therapists, and other clinicians managing patients with complex autonomic symptoms. The Carrick Institute's evidence-based approach ensures participants develop competencies that translate directly to improved patient outcomes and enhanced clinical practice capabilities.
Components
Educational Syllabus
- Autonomic System Anatomy and Physiology
- Comprehensive review of sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system organization, including peripheral pathways, central control mechanisms, and functional integration with visceral afferent systems.
- Autonomic System Pathology and Diagnosis
- Systematic approach to autonomic dysfunction pathophysiology, including diabetic autonomic neuropathy, autoimmune autonomic ganglionopathy, and postinfectious autonomic syndromes.
- Autonomic System Clinical Examination
- Detailed examination protocols for autonomic assessment, including cardiovascular, sudomotor, gastrointestinal, and thermoregulatory function evaluation techniques.
- Autonomic System Special Testing and Diagnosis
- Advanced autonomic testing interpretation including quantitative sudomotor axon reflex testing, heart rate variability, Valsalva maneuver, and tilt table protocols.
- Autonomic Integrated Rehabilitation
- Evidence-based rehabilitation strategies for orthostatic intolerance, gastroparesis, and complex autonomic disorders using multimodal treatment approaches.
- Grand Rounds Case Studies
- Clinical case presentations demonstrating diagnostic reasoning and treatment planning for complex dysautonomia presentations in diverse patient populations.
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Foundations of Autonomic Neuroanatomy and Neurochemistry
Comprehensive training in dysautonomia diagnosis and rehabilitation. Learn autonomic system examination, testing protocols, and integrated treatment approaches.
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