Class 4 Laser Therapy Science and Physiology
Tuition: $79
Hours: 4
Instructor
Course Description
This four-hour distant based course will cover topics of interest to Doctors of Chiropractic implementing class 4 laser therapy.
This class consists mainly of videos. There are four parts that are about 52 minutes each.
Evaluation
The content of this course is provided through online videos and reading material in which the learner’s participation (time) is actively tracked and logged. A minimum of four hours is required. There will be at least three questions for every hour of the class. The learner must receive a score of 80% of the total possible points and log at least four hours to receive credit for the course. Learners not achieving the pass rate will be directed to additional study by the instructor and allowed to re-take the examination.
No textbooks required. Computer and Internet service required for completion of this course. Funding sources and potential conflicts of interest statement: No funds were received, underwritten or subsidized by any vendors of any goods including supplies or services for this course.
Outline
Hour One:
Science and Physiology
Hour Two:
Safety and Risk Management
Hour Three:
Photobiomodulation – A Review of Studies
Hour Four:
Pain Management and Neuropathy
Objectives
- Define the term “photobiomodulation”.
- Apply concepts of laser therapy regarding inflammation and acute
- Utilize proper laser therapy dosages for various conditions.
- Understand the rules for establishment of the Laser Safety Officer (LSO).
- Define and properly use terms relevant to laser
- Describe proper and improper use of laser safety
- Discuss adverse treatment
- List chromophores involved in the mechanism of action
- Interpret and relate conclusions from laser therapy
- Apply study conclusions to clinical practice
- Name the primary cause of peripheral neuropathy in the US
- Distinguish symptoms of peripheral
- Describe physiological effects of
- Interpret and explain chromophore absorption by various laser
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Disclaimer
All opinions, viewpoints and recommendations contained in this presentation represent those of the author alone and do not represent the opinions, viewpoints, or recommendations of any organization with which the author may be affiliated, including, without limitation, the the ACBSP. This work is intended to provide current and accurate information about the subjects covered and is designed to help doctors of chiropractic to maintain their professional expertise. This publication and accompanying program are offered with the understanding that neither the speakers nor sponsoring organizations are rendering any therapeutic or other professional services. Individuals using this publication or orally conveyed information in dealing with a patient's care should also fully research original and current sources of authority.