Case Studies & Clinical Pearls 204: Thorax Conditions & Clinical Pearls | CCEDseminars

Case Studies & Clinical Pearls 204: Thoracic Conditions – Bridge the gap between academic theory and Monday morning practice. Master advanced clinical reasoning for complex thoracic spine and rib conditions through real-world scenarios drawn from 39 years of clinical experience. Facilitated by Texas Chiropractic College & PACE approved for CE credit.

What You'll Learn

• Execute the Clinical Audit Process (CAP) for the mid-back: Use thoracic mobility and rib excursion tests to provide objective proof of progress and document medical necessity.
• Identify "The Great Mimics": Differentiate between costotransverse joint dysfunction and visceral referral patterns (cardiac/gallbladder) using high-speed diagnostic sequences.
• Analyze Postural Syndromes: Isolate the clinical markers of Upper Crossed Syndrome and its impact on cervical and shoulder kinetic chain function.
• Implement trench-tested protocols for rib subluxations and thoracic disc pathologies refined across thousands of patient encounters.

Course Topics

• Diagnostic Precision: Differentiating mechanical thoracic pain from systemic or visceral conditions in under 60 seconds.
• Integrative Management: Synergizing thoracic adjustments with postural rehabilitation, therapeutic taping, and clinical nutrition for inflammation.
• Documentation Pearls: Strategies for establishing medical necessity in thoracic cases to support compliant reimbursement.

Course Details

• Format: Online Video & Handouts
• CE Hours: 2 (Texas TBCE & 40+ States)
• Duration: Approx. 2 hours
• Access: 1 year, self-paced
• Certificate: Immediate upon completion
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Instructor: Monte Horne, DC – Facilitated by Texas Chiropractic College. Dr. Horne has delivered CE to over 12,000 chiropractors worldwide. With 39+ years of experience, he brings courtroom-tested documentation standards and real-world clinical logic to every module.

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