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Neurology 215: Dopamine - Beyond Pleasure | CCEDseminars

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A simplified clinical graphic of the brain's dopamine pathways, highlighting the Nigrostriatal pathway (motor) and Mesocortical pathway (executive function) with bold arrows to emphasize movement coordination over simple reward.
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 Continuing Ed Online: Neurology 215 – Dopamine Dynamics – Move beyond the "pleasure molecule" myth. This 2-hour advanced course explores dopamine’s critical role in motor control, executive function, and systemic health. State Board & PACE approved and facilitated by Texas Chiropractic College.

Dopamine: It’s Not Just for Pleasure

Join Dr. Michael Hall, DC, FIACN, for an in-depth exploration of the multifaceted roles of dopamine. While established in addiction and reward pathways, dopamine is equally vital to movement coordination (Parkinson's) and cardiovascular health. Learn how chiropractic adjustments may influence the prefrontal cortex and dopamine regulation, providing a new neurological perspective for your practice.

What You'll Learn

  • Neurophysiological Review: Refreshing the fundamental functions and pathways of dopamine in the CNS.
  • The Motor Connection: Understanding the dopamine-movement link and its clinical implications for motor coordination.
  • The Prefrontal Cortex: Critiquing research that connects chiropractic adjustments to cortical dopamine regulation.
  • Gender & Systemic Effects: Discussing how dopamine interactions vary by gender and impact the "Head and the Heart."
  • Clinical Application: Leveraging emerging dopamine research to enhance holistic patient management strategies.

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 neurotransmitter dynamics into implementable clinical skills. His teaching empowers chiropractors to better manage conditions ranging from motor disorders to cognitive health.

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,