An overview of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) including autism rates, signs, symptoms, causes, gender differences, conventional medical approaches, prognosis, and aspects of autistic culture. The presentation will include an overview of the underlying health challenges, dysfunctions, and comorbid conditions of ASD, useful lab tests for this patient population, and step-by-step customizable support protocols used at my center, as well as helpful templates for making treatment plans, and other resources. Autism cases from my practice will be included. No adjusting techniques will be discussed or demonstrated.
- Attendees will participate in a review of the definition of, basic facts, statistics, genetics, language, symbols and myths about autism spectrum disorder
- Attendees will participate in a review of the comorbid health challenges on the autism spectrum, helpful lab tests, and support protocols for the autism patient.
- Attendees will become familiar with a new patient questionnaire and a suggestions/treatment plan template for ASD, and simple changes to make the office more suitable for autistic patients.
- Attendees will participate in a review of risk reduction tips for working with the autistic population.
Instructor: Janet Lintala, DC
STUDENT COST: $20.00
Sponsored by NCMIC
Participants will earn a 5% discount on 3 years of malpractice insurance through NCMIC by taking this course.
PACE Approved States: AK, KS, ME, MO, ND, SD, TN
No Prior Approval States: CO, CT, DC, DE, ID, IL, IA, IN, MA, MD, MI, MT, NE, NH, NJ, OH, OR, RI, SC, UT, VA, VT, WA, WY
Attendees are advised to check with their boards to ensure this is in accordance with state rules and regulations.
“Approval of this course is not an acknowledgement or ruling by the Board that the methods taught in this course are recognized and approved by the Board as the appropriate practice of chiropractic as defined in 331.010, RSMo.”