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Neurology 214: Depression and Exercise | CCEDseminars

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A simplified clinical diagram illustrating the neurological pathways triggered by exercise, showing the release of BDNF and neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin to modulate depression, optimized for high legibility as a small thumbnail.
Online Course Format:  Online
Course Tuition:   $40.00
Credit Hours ( CE ):  2
Contributor:  Michael Hall, DC, FIACN
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Online Chiropractic CE Course Description & Course Details

Chiropractic CEU Online: Neurology 214 – Depression and Exercise – Harness the power of movement as medicine. This 2-hour advanced course provides a neurological perspective on how exercise protocols can fundamentally alter the brain chemistry of patients battling depression. State Board & PACE approved and facilitated by Texas Chiropractic College.

Movement as Medicine: The Neurological Link Between Exercise and Depression

Join Dr. Michael Hall, DC, FIACN, for a critical investigation into the systemic influence of exercise on mental health. This course bridges the gap between physical rehab and cognitive stability, offering sound, science-backed recommendations for frequency, intensity, and type of exercise. Learn to critique clinical measures effectively and provide life-changing advice to your patients within the chiropractic scope of practice.

What You'll Learn

  • Neuro-Chemical Shift: How specific exercises trigger neurotransmitter releases to combat depressive states.
  • Aerobic vs. Anaerobic: Analyzing the brain health implications and recovery profiles of different movement styles.
  • Play vs. Therapy: Differentiating between recreational activity and targeted therapeutic movement.
  • Clinical Prescriptions: Formulating recommendations for time, frequency, and intensity based on scientific appraisal.
  • The Poly-Pharmacy Landscape: Understanding current pharmaceutical trends in the U.S. and the limitations of a medication-only approach.

Instructor: Michael Hall, DC, FIACN

Dr. Michael Hall is a premier authority in functional neurology. As a Fellow of the International Academy of Clinical Neurology (FIACN), he specializes in distilling complex neurological data into practical, implementable clinical skills. His teaching helps chiropractors stay at the forefront of holistic, brain-based patient management.

Course Details

  • Credit Hours: 2
  • Format: Recorded Online Class (Available 24/7)
  • Includes: PDF Course Notes & Handouts
  • Immediate Certificates: Available immediately upon completion.

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This online chiropractic course is accredited in the following states:

Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Florida, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oregon, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wyoming,

This online chiropractic course is accredited in the following Canadian Provinces:

British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Yukon,

This online chiropractic course is accredited in the following regions outside the United States & Canada:

Argentina, Australia, Bahamas, Belgium, Bolivia, Cayman Islands, Chili, Columbia, Costa Rica, Cyprus, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Fiji, Finland, Germany, Greece, Guam, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, Iran, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Jordan, Korea, Lebanon, Libya, Liechtenstein, Malaysia, Mexico, Nambia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Northern Ireland, Norway, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Saint Kitts & Nevis, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Trinidad & Tobago, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Venezuela, Virgin Island, Zimbabwe,