Chiropractic Imaging: Advanced Radiographic Safety and Techniques in Chiropractic - Chiropractic Continuing Education, Imaging/Radiology, 6 Credits

Certified for 6 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

Course Outcome

≥92% of participants will have increased knowledge of today's advanced imaging modalities used in chiropractic practice.

Course Objectives

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

• Summarize advanced radiation safety principles and best practices to minimize patient and practitioner exposure to ionizing radiation during radiographic procedures.
  
• Discuss advanced imaging modalities used in chiropractic practice, such as digital radiography, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and ultrasound, and understand their indications, contraindications, and comparative advantages.
• Identify advanced radiographic positioning techniques for imaging the spine, extremities, and other anatomical regions commonly assessed in chiropractic practice, ensuring optimal visualization of relevant anatomical structures and pathologies.
• Navigate radiographic image quality and recognizing common artifacts, errors, and limitations that may affect diagnostic accuracy, and refine your skills in radiographic interpretation and diagnosis.

Who Should Enroll?

• Chiropractors: Licensed chiropractors seeking to enhance their expertise in radiographic imaging techniques, safety protocols, and interpretation skills to optimize patient diagnosis, treatment planning, and clinical outcomes.
  Chiropractic Students: Chiropractic students interested in gaining advanced knowledge and practical experience in radiographic imaging techniques, preparing for clinical practice and licensure examinations that include radiology components.
  

Course Codes (if applicable): 

• Approved for: AK AZ AR CO CT DC DE FL GA HI ID IL IN IA KS KY LA ME MD MA MI MN MS MO MT NE NV NH NJ NY NC ND OH OK OR PA RI SC SD TN UT VT VA WA WV WI WY
  
• CE Broker (FL, MI, GA, NH, NC, SC, TN): 20-1218760