Vision, Mission, and Guiding Principles for SCUHS

CP0103 – Chiropractic Procedures I: Spinal Assessment and Associated Procedures (CP I)
Units: 3
This introductory lecture and laboratory course is a hands-on course in chiropractic procedures designed to
develop one's skills to touch, feel, identify and assess the bony and soft tissue structures of the axial skeleton.
Students will analyze the structural and functional relationships of the musculoskeletal system through static
and motion palpation, postural analyses and specified movement pattern and muscle length and strength
assessments, focusing on the body's core. Students will decipher indications and contraindications to
mobilization procedures and apply specified mobilization procedures focusing on treatment of the spine and
ribs. The skills learned in this course are necessary components in the development of chiropractic
assessment and adjustive skills.
Restrictions: DC program only
CP0204 – Chiropractic Procedures II: Extremity Assessment and Associated Procedures (CP II)
Units: 3
This introductory level lecture and laboratory course is designed to develop one’s skills to palpate and assess
the bony and soft tissue structures of the upper and lower extremities. Students will analyze the structural
relationships between the static and dynamic musculoskeletal system with an emphasis on surface anatomy,
joint assessment procedures, mobilization procedures and movement pattern assessments. The skills learned
in this course are necessary components in the development of chiropractic assessment and adjusting skills.
Prerequisites: CP0103,
Corequisites: AE0201, EB0201
Restrictions: DC program only
CP0312 – Chiropractic Procedures III: Soft Tissue and Mobilization (CP III)
Units: 3.5
This laboratory and lecture course focuses on soft tissue management procedures, which are complementary
to the chiropractic adjustment. Some of the therapeutic techniques that are explored include post-isometric
relaxation, post-contraction stretch, reciprocal inhibition, transverse cross friction massage, and trigger point
pressure release. Specialized mobilization techniques are presented and practiced. Emphasis in lab is placed
on skills development and application of treatment procedures. The lecture series focuses on the history and
scientific basis for the soft tissue techniques that are taught.
Prerequisites: CP0103, CP0204, SP0101, SB0101, EB0201
Restrictions: DC program only
CP0412 – Chiropractic Procedures IV: Pelvis and Lumbar Procedures (CP IV)
Units: 3.5
This lecture and laboratory course is designed to train the student in the evaluation and treatment of
abnormal articular relationships of the pelvis and lumbar spine. Long and short lever diversified techniques
are emphasized. Postural and visual analysis, motion palpation, functional muscle testing, and applied
biomechanics are correlated to provide the student with a comprehensive and integrated approach to low
back and pelvis analysis. Side posture, supine, prone and seated techniques are presented. Pelvic blocking and
soft tissue procedures are taught as complimentary to adjustive techniques. Clinical application and case
management of selected significant conditions affecting the low back are presented.
Prerequisites: CP0103, CP0204, CP0312
Restrictions: DC program only
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