Autism – Part 1

Autism – Part 1
WILLIAM F. HUBER, D. C., D. A. C. A. N., M. S. (R)
WHuber@stlcc.edu
4 hours of Diagnosis $60.00 $49.00

Autism Overview

   What is Autism?   Is there any place for Chiropractic in the treatment, improvement or alteration of patients with this diagnosis?  Over the last few decades, the incidence of a diagnosis of Autism, or Autism Spectrum Disorders have increased dramatically – in fact, the dramatic increase between 1960 and 2000 was expected to plateau, but just the opposite is occurring – the incidence rate continues to accelerate!  How are these diagnoses made, and if present, what contributes to these? Is there any place for Chiropractic in the management of these patients? – the answer is Yes!

     In this series, learn what Autism is, how it is diagnosed, and how these patients can be impacted by Chiropractic treatment, as well as the mechanisms of how/when/why this type of treatment can be so critical for patients.  From a Chiropractic standpoint, learn the research and details of how genetics, gender, environment, diet, etc., are related to this condition, and what can be done therapeutically to assist in treatment with these patients.  Also, learn the signs and symptoms for the diagnosis of Autism, the related neuroanatomy of the disorder, and what may be done to maximize function of patients and why Chiropractic can be an indispensable tool.  Gain the knowledge to be confident in the application of Chiropractic techniques so that the greatest number of patients can benefit from the special role of Chiropractic in the health care system.

Autism Part 1 Hourly Overview

Hour 1 – Defining Autism, and parameters utilized for diagnosis.  This hour also includes the common “Core Cognitive Deficits” found in Autism – specifically, the finding of “Deficits in Joint Attention” seen in Autism patients and how this relates to Chiropractic. 

Hour 2 – Continuation of the Core Cognitive Deficits seen in Autism, as well as an overview of known potential contributing factors to the development and diagnosis of Autism – examples include genetic predisposition, parental age, medications, environment and other factors.

Hour 3 – This hour demonstrates the known research on the involvement of the cerebellum and how this may represent a causative agent in Autism Spectrum Disorders.  Included also are the targets of cerebellar output and how these are associated with the diagnosis of Autism, and potential mechanisms of how Chiropractic would benefit these patients.

Hour 4 – This hour demonstrates the concept of imbalances of Cerebellar based Excitation/Inhibition seen in Autism Disorders, and how these are related to activation of the cerebellum and the connections to higher brain centers that function in cognition, affect and executive functions.

Approved For Continuing Education Credit in Illinois, Kansas, and Missouri.
PACE courses are accepted for Continuing Education Credit by The State Boards of Alaska, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and Wyoming. The State Board of Colorado does not pre-approve courses, but this class meets the criteria set forth by their respective boards.