Last week on the Chiropractor forum, members engaged in discussions about continuing education (CE) and its impact on professional growth. The community shared insights on which CE hours truly enhance practice and debated the effectiveness of different techniques. There was also a focus on refining skills, particularly around precision thrust methods, showcasing the collective desire for continuous improvement and excellence in patient care.
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Which CE hours move the needle
The community is evaluating which continuing education hours are most beneficial for developing practical skills that directly enhance patient outcomes. This discussion is crucial as it helps prioritize learning investments. Read more here
Precision thrust CE recommendations
Members are sharing recommendations for CE courses that focus on precision thrust techniques. This topic is valuable for those looking to refine their manual adjustment skills and elevate their practice. Read more here
Looking forward to seeing more of your thoughts and contributions in the coming week. Keep up the great work!
But for ROI, the CE that paid off most for me was a live SFMA lab tied to documentation — implement NDI/ODI on every neck/back case and run a 10-chart mini-audit the next month (Functional Movement Systems). It’s like sharpening a chisel and the handle at once; if you’re focused on precision thrust, do you pair it with DNS progressions or another system to “measure what you change”?
Skip another technique seminar and do a half-day ‘EHR efficiency + outcomes’ CE — build PSFS and GROC into intake, then template a 30-second progress update so you can re-score at visit 4 without slowing down. I cut charting time about 20% and my medical necessity language tightened up the same week, which was the best ROI on CE hours I had all year, @jturner65.
I’d put a half-day differential diagnosis + imaging appropriateness CE on the list; build a one-page red flag checklist into intake and lean on the ACR Appropriateness Criteria (https://acsearch.acr.org) when deciding on films — it’s saved me more headaches than my traction unit. Bonus: some carriers knock a bit off malpractice for risk‑management hours; anyone getting a discount lately?