12 CE Hours
Logan University
Expanding the Toolbox: Hands-On Workshop in Non-HVLA Chiropractic Techniques
Dr. Michael Fiscella
This immersive weekend workshop is designed for chiropractors seeking to broaden their clinical skill set by incorporating low-force, non-HVLA (high-velocity, low-amplitude) adjusting techniques into their practice. Through hands-on instruction and practical application, participants will explore a variety of evidence-informed approaches such as instrument-assisted adjusting, mobilization, soft tissue techniques, and gentle positional methods.
Non-HVLA techniques offer numerous clinical advantages, particularly for patients who may not tolerate traditional thrust adjustments, including pediatric, geriatric, post-surgical, or chronic pain populations. These methods can improve patient comfort, enhance outcomes, and provide clinicians with a more individualized approach to care.
Participants will leave the seminar with a deeper understanding of the indications, benefits, and application of non-HVLA techniques, along with increased confidence in offering patient-centered care to diverse populations.
By the end of this seminar, participants will be able to:
- Explain and demonstrate a range of non-HVLA soft tissue adjustment techniques including ischemic compression, instrument-assisted soft tissue mobility, positional release, and adjunctive modalities such as laser therapy, cupping, and acupuncture.
- Apply non-HVLA approaches in clinical scenarios involving common orthopedic conditions of the cervical, thoracic, lumbar, and pelvic/hip regions through hands-on practice and case-based learning.
Saturday, February 21, 2026
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (1 hour lunch)
Sunday, February 22, 2026
8:00 AM - Noon
PACE Approved States: AK, KS, ME, MO, ND, SD, TN
No Prior Approval (NPA) 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.
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- Chiropractor
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Michael J. Fiscella, DC, DABCO, FACO
Brief Bio : Dr. Michael J. Fiscella earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology from St. Bonaventure University in 1973. He earned his Doctor of Chiropractic at Logan College of Chiropractic in 1977. During his time at Logan College, he found a keen interest in Dr. Ray Nimmo’s non-thrusting adjustments (Receptor Tonus Technique), Dr. Russel Gibbons' specialized ENT (Endo-Nasal Technique) and Dr. Royal Lee’s unique “Whole Food supplement” concepts (Standard Process). Upon graduation, he had the honor of mentoring under Dr. Kenneth E. Yochum of the Wilmington Clinic in St. Louis, MO and presently continues a private practice at the clinic. After graduation, he achieved the following certifications: Certified ENT instructor since 1977, Certified Receptor Tonus Technique (Nimmo) instructor since 1978. In addition, he maintains his board-certified diplomate status in Chiropractic Orthopedics since 1988, as well as certified levels of Acupuncture Meridian Therapy since 1998, Graston technique since 2006 and Cupping/Dry Needling since 2018. He has been an adjunct-professor for the Post Graduate Department of Logan Chiropractic University since 1978. Throughout the decades of his career as a treating practitioner, he has taught dozens of 12-hour weekend seminars in continuing education for our profession in his areas of expertise. |
Date:
02/21/26 09:00 AM - 02/22/26 12:00 PM
CE Hours
12.00
Fee
$240.00