BS2.11 The Somatosensory Neuroplastic effects of Chiropractic Care

Basic Science Level 2

This class covers the known sensory neuroplastic effects of chiropractic care and reviews the literature relevant to joint cavitation.

Learning Outcomes

  • Explain somatosensory evoked potentials and how they are used to measure sensory changes in the brain
  • Explain what the research shows regarding somatosensory processing following chiropractic care
  • Understand and appropriately communicate the research on chiropractic care and the prefrontal cortex
  • Explain what joint cavitation is and what it means for the outcomes of care