Case Studies & Clinical Pearls 217: Spondylolisthesis Treatment | Dr. Steve Yeomans

Online Chiropractic CE: Case Studies 217 – Spondylolisthesis Management – Navigate the complexities of assessing and managing symptomatic spondylolisthesis. From initial history to discharge planning, this course provides a "trench-tested" framework for identifying instability, determining testing indications, and implementing evidence-informed care. Board & PACE approved and facilitated by Texas Chiropractic College and for CE credit in the US, Canada, and Internationally.

Advanced Clinical Reasoning for Spinal Instability

Spondylolisthesis cases require a delicate balance of mechanical stability and neurological protection. Dr. Steve Yeomans, a Board-Certified Chiropractic Orthopedist, leads this 2-hour specialized session. You will refine your clinical acumen through real-world case studies, learning to make informed decisions regarding imaging, manual therapy modifications, and long-term patient management.

What You'll Learn

• Diagnostic History & Exam: Identifying key historical markers and orthopedic tests that differentiate stable vs. unstable spondylolisthesis.
• Testing & Imaging Indications: When to utilize flexion/extension views and advanced neuro-diagnostic testing.
• Evidence-Informed Treatment: Exploring chiropractic management options, rehabilitative exercises, and activity modification.
• Case Study Analysis: Illustrating various presentations and management pathways for both degenerative and isthmic types.
• Discharge Planning & Outcomes: Establishing quantitative clinical goals that support patient progress and documentation requirements.

Instructor: Steve Yeomans, DC, FACO

Dr. Steve Yeomans is a premier authority in chiropractic orthopedics and a Fellow of the Academy of Chiropractic Orthopedists. Renowned for his expertise in clinical outcomes and orthopedic assessment, he focuses on translating complex pathology into practical, defensible Monday-morning practice strategies.

Course Details

• Credit Hours: 2
• Certificate: immediately available upon course completion
• Format: Recorded Online Class (On-Demand 24/7 access for 1 year)
• Includes: PDF Course Notes, Resources, and Clinical Handouts
• Approval: PACE Approved; Accepted in US, Canada, & Internationally (See Approvals Below)  

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