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Before the First Move: Pre-Treatment Screening and Contraindication Protocols - Chiropractic Continuing Education, 2 Hours

Before the First Move: Pre-Treatment Screening and Contraindication Protocols - Chiropractic Continuing Education, 2 Hours

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Approved for 2 Hours

Here's How Simple It Is:

  1. Read the material online
  2. Complete the quiz online
  3. Get your certificate and earn credits towards your license renewal
  4. ABetterChiro.com automatically reports your completions to PACE and your state board (if applicable) within 5 days

Course Outcome

≥93% of participants will improve their ability to identify patient risk factors and apply structured screening protocols to reduce preventable adverse events.

Course Objectives

After completing this course, the participant will be able to:

  • Identify absolute and relative contraindications to spinal manipulation and determine when treatment should be modified or deferred.
  • Recognize common cognitive errors that can lead to missed contraindications during screening.
  • Apply screening considerations for higher-risk populations, including older adults and patients with complex medical histories.
  • Use clear and consistent documentation, including screening forms and informed consent, to support safe and compliant care.

    Who Should Enroll?

    • Licensed Chiropractors: Practitioners who want to strengthen pre-treatment screening and meet current standards for medical error prevention.
    • Chiropractic Practice Managers and Compliance Officers: Professionals responsible for clinical protocols, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance.

    Course Codes (if applicable): 

    • Approved for: AK, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL (Pending), GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PR, RI, SC, SD, TN, UT, VA, VI, VT, WA, WY
    • PACE/CE Broker: 1368706
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    • Fully Accredited and Trusted by Boards.

      A Better Chiro is administered by Life Chiropractic College West and provides both CCE-accredited and FCLB PACE-approved continuing chiropractic education. We are also approved by all state boards that accept online continuing education.

    • Instant Certificates. Zero Stress.

      Complete the online quiz at your own pace and instantly receive your official certificate in a fast, secure, and hassle free process. You will have unlimited attempts to score 8 out of 10, allowing you to learn without pressure. Our courses are designed to make continuing education simple, supportive, and empowering at every step of the way.

    • Ongoing Support. Always Here for You.

      Your enrolled courses and certificates stay available throughout your entire renewal cycle. Pause, resume, and revisit materials whenever you need. Facing an audit? We’ve got your back with fast support and direct delivery of official documentation.