We are excited to let the reader ship of the American Journal of Clinical Chiropractic know that Chiropractic BioPhysics (CBP®) Technique is now offered at several Chiropractic Colleges including a new course that began in January of 2009 at the University of Quebec at Three-Rivers. CBP® Technique has seven elective courses at various Chiropractic Colleges and one core curricula course offered at Life Chiropractic College West. See Table. Below you will find a brief overview of the CBP® course acceptance by the students and general feel offered by several of the instructors.
Dr. Abe Cardwell
Instructor Life Chiropractic College
We had 37 young doctors in the elective this quarter (Jan 09). We are the second largest elective on campus; our size is only restricted by the fact that the Clinic has not yet authorized use of Chiropractic BioPhysics (CBP®) technique. However, good headway is being made. Students are currently allowed to have initial and follow-up radiographs taken by following the appropriate technique/treatment guidelines set forth at the clinic. Response to the CBP® class is very enthusiastic, with near unanimous acceptance by the students of the material presented. Class reviews filled out by the students rank the class #1 in satisfaction, and encourage the administration to include CBP® in core curriculum. Becoming core-curriculum is my ultimate goal, but I understand that this is a slow process with many logistics that need considering. I am proud to be part of opening young doctors’ minds to the science of spinal correction and improved health through CBP® Technique.
Dr. Louise Marcotte
Instructor University of Quebec at Three-Rivers
I had 30 students in my class this time that were 4th and 5th year students. Although 24 hours was very little time for even an overview of CBP®, the course went very well. The comments I got in general was that the students appreciated the very well documented and scientific, as well as concrete and hands on aspects of CBP®. Whether they choose to practice with this technique or not in the future, I am confident that they now understand better the importance of posture for their patients and themselves, and how detrimental spinal subluxation is to their nervous system and therefore general health. I certainly hope that I was able to inspire some of them to take the road less travelled for the good of Human Health and Chiropractic.
Dr. Karri Cardinal-Barr
Instructor Life Chiropractic College West
CBP® became part of the core-curriculum at Life West approximately one year ago. Since then, roughly 30 students per quarter learn the science, philosophy, and art of CBP® I in a core curricula course. Students learn posture analysis, x-ray analysis, basic coupling pattern theory, and mirror image® drop table/instrument adjusting (pelvis to feet, thorax to pelvis, and head to thorax). Those who wish to further their knowledge of CBP® can also take the CBP® II Advanced course as an elective, where they will learn advanced coupling pattern theory, Nasium theory and analysis, short leg theory and analysis, x-ray projection theory, cervical rehabilitation, thoraco-lumbar rehabilitation, Posture Print application, pediatric adjusting, practice skills and case management. The students at LCCW express a deep desire to learn and CBP® challenges their intellect and fulfills an important part of their education.
Dr. Mike Landry
Instructor RMIT, Melbourne, Australia
In Sept 2008 I ran a one hour course on CBP®. It was a brief PowerPoint showing postural patterns and set ups. I discussed the need for traction and how a one size fits all approach does not work. I believe it was well received. Because of a new appointment at RMIT, a Thompson technique was given preference. Approx 40 students out of the 5th year were in attendance. RMIT only has one intake per year of new students with average class size of over 50. The previous year (2007) I also had a practical portion. The challenge was the tables were basic (Gonstead benches) and I had no assistance. I did bring in blocks, adjusting instrument and other postural remodeling equipment for the students to use. I'll be in contact with the school to set up times for later this year. I believe that more of the basic CBP® courses need to be offered to give students and practitioners a start in CBP® and to gain a greater foothold here in Australia.
Lastly, it would be great if CBP® Non-Profit, Inc. could assist us in getting CBP® Technique adjusting equipment to the school this year.
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