IRAPS: The International Research
and Philosophy Symposium
Philosophical, Theoretical and Practical Considerations of Vertebral Subluxation
Correction takes center stage at Sherman College October 9-10, 2010,
for the seventh annual International Research and Philosophy Symposium (IRAPS),
which is presented on Sherman’s campus in South Carolina.
IRAPS recap of 2008
Fall Lyceum -
IRAPS recap of 2007 Fall Lyceum
2009: A Conference on Advances in Chiropractic
Science and Philosophy
Sherman College hosted its 6th annual International Research and Philosophy
Symposium on campus, October 17th-18th, 2009. This symposium (IRAPS) gives
the chiropractic field a venue to present their philosophy and research to their
peers and engage in thoughtful, and oft time, evocative and spirited discussion.
This year’s theme “Advances in Chiropractic Philosophy and Research” brought
together chiropractors from around the country, many first-time attendees.
2009 Award Recipients
Philosophy
Award
Jack VanDervort, D.C.
“Constructive Forces & Destructive Forces: The Evolution/Decline
of Vertebral Subluxation Correction in Chiropractic.”
Research Award
Matthew McCoy, D. C.
“The Use of Objective Measures of the Biomechanical and Neurological Components
of Vertebral Subluxation to Develop a Composite Measure of Spinal Health.”
Honorable Mention
Bridgette Bowler, D.C. ('88)
"A Model for Reframing Chiropractic Care"
Bill Decken, D.C. ('86)
"A Chiropractic Ethic"
KeyNote Speakers
Jeffrey
L. Kasser, Ph.D. addressed a “demarcation problem” existing between science
and pseudo science, and feels there is a lack of necessary and sufficient conditions
for doing science. Therefore any attack by a “scientific” community against
a “pseudo scientific” community would not be fair. The real line of demarcation
should be made between good science and bad science. Chiropractic has obviously
found itself in the midst of these discussions with regards to our critics.
Mechanistic science can assist us in learning how the body works, so while it
is not the entire chiropractic message, neither should it be thrown out. Dr
Kasser offered many helpful insights to Chiropractic researchers and philosophic
thinkers as we seek to advance the understanding and communication of chiropractic’s
neurological influence.
Jeffrey
L. Kasser is Instructor of Philosophy at Colorado State University.
He received his B.A. from Rice University and his M.A. and Ph.D. from the
University of Michigan at Ann Arbor. As a graduate student, Dr. Kasser taught
Philosophy of Science to Ph.D. students in Michigan's School of Nursing. He
was the first recipient of the John Dewey Award for Excellence in Undergraduate
Education given by the Department of Philosophy at Michigan. While completing
his dissertation, Dr. Kasser taught at Wesleyan University. He then moved on
to Colby College, where he helped direct the Integrated Studies Program and
received the Charles Bassett Teaching Award in 2003.
Bob Blanks, Ph.D.reminded IRAPS attendees that chiropractic
costs decrease when the DC is a part of the health care team, and not a last
resort for any particular problem. He made a strong case for chiropractors getting
involved in clinical level research, joining with others of similar technique
or philosophy to research how DC’s as part of a family’s health care team helps
to keep costs down and improve quality of life at the same time. This data can
lead to formulation of guidelines which educational and regulatory leaders may
require chiropractic to follow.
Bob Blanks, Ph.D., received his doctorate in physiology from
the University of California, Los Angles. Dr. Blanks has a distinguished 27-year
career in basic science and clinical research. He has authored numerous peer-reviewed
manuscripts, book chapters and abstracts. Dr. Blanks has received many awards
for his work in research and academics and was previously named Researcher
of the Year by the World Chiropractic Alliance.
Comments on the weekend
Patrick
Van Quaethem, D.C.
"Fabulous week-end. Bill Decken and Sherman College need to be congratulated
for putting together another great CHIROPRACTIC event. The strength of discussion
and caliber of speakers they continue to put together is inspiring."
"Thank you Missy this is one heck of an outstanding event - will be
back next year!"
"I was so happy to be well received and now I am invigorated to continue
sharing my way of keeping chiropracTIC affordable and effective. Thanks.
Llooking forward to working with you for next year's presentation."
"It was fantastic and with so many first time attendees, it was also
eye-opening for them."
ICA Council
on Chiropractic Philosophy
Diplomate Graduation
The second class of Diplomates in Philosophical Chiropractic
Standards (DPhCS) graduated at Sherman College of Chiropractic, October 17 in
conjunction with the IRAPS conference held at the college. This graduation ceremony
marked the pinnacle of their achievement after completing 320 hours of post
graduate philosophical study in "philosophical chiropractic standards." The
new graduates commenced their new status as "Philosophers of Chiropractic" by
taking the DPhCS oath with past DPhCS members in attendance standing behind
them, reaffirming their own pledge with a hand on the new graduates shoulder.
This gesture was symbolic of the continuity and synergy of the program, to deliver
Chiropractic Philosophy "unsullied, to this and future generations." Congratulations
to all on this most distinguished accomplishment.
2009 Graduates
Terry James Van Dervort, A.C.P.
Beth Risser, D.C., L.C.P.
Masahiko Matsushita, D.C., L.C.P.
James Milliron, D.C., L.C.P.
Harold “Skip George, D.C., L.C.P.
W. John Cox, D.C., L.C..P
Starting second from left to right, bottom row: George, Matsushita, Risser,
Van Dervort
Abstracts and Presentations
Brigette Bowler, D.C.
Robert Blanks, PhD
Teaching and evaluating professionalism: A dynamic model rooted in the science,
art and philosophy of the discipline.
Brigette Bowler DC
A Model for Reframing Chiropractic Care
Russell, Decken, Sinnott
Eric G. Russell, DC, DPhCS
Karl and Thomas’ Excellent Adventure:
The Philosophy of Science and its implications for the Chiropractic Profession.
William M. Decken, DC, LCP
A Chiropractic Ethic
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Rob Sinnott, DC, LCP, DPhCSThe Application of Chiropractic
Philosophy to a Post-diagnostic Model for Consideration in Clinical Adaptation,
Education & Research
Consideration of Altering the Position on the Theoretical
Afferent Nerve of Chiropractic Philosophy to the Afferent Nerve of Interoceptive
Function.
Gary DiBennetto & John Hart
Gary DiBenedetto, DC, DACAN, LCP, DPhCS
Physical Changes of
the Eye due to Pysiological Adaptations associated with Upper Cervical Subluxations
John Hart, D.C., ACP
A Comparison of Two Methods of Analysis for the Presence of the Neurological
Component: A Case Report
Mental Impulse and Nerve Impulse
Curtis Fedorchuk D.C
Clinical Outcome in a Case of Fibromyalgia
Through Utilization of Chiropractic Care, Specifically Clinical Biomechanics
of Posture: A Retrospective Case Study.
Do
Decreased Health Scores Correlate to High Surface Electromyography Readings
of the Spine
Jeff Kasser, PhD Answers Questions from other presenters
and students
Chiropractic and the Philosophy of Science
Hamed Kian, BS, MS, DC
Chiropractic Care of Pediatric Patients: A Comprehensive Review of All Empirical
Literature
Christie Kwon, MS3
- A Retrospective, Longitudinal Outcomes Study of Pregnant Women Undergoing
Subluxation Based Chiropractic Care
The Van Dervort Brothers: Terry & JackMatthew McCoy, D.C., M.P.H.
- Intra-examiner and Inter-examiner Reproducibility of Paraspinal Thermography
- The Use of Objective Measures of the Biomechanical and Neurological Components
of Vertebral Subluxation to Develop a Composite Measure of Spinal Health
Terry J. Van Dervort, DC, ACP, DPhCS
- The Ideal Case: The Future of Chiropractic
Jack VanDervort DC, DPhCS
- Constructive Forces & Destructive Forces: The Evolution/Decline of Vertebral
Subluxation Correction in Chiropractic.
Patrick VanQuaethem, DC, DACS, LCP, DPhCS (with wife, daughter-in-law
and son, Taylor, current student)
Innate Intelligence and the Vertebral Subluxation
Complex; the Sixth Component
John Schwartzbauer, D.C. presents
The Service to the Profession Award 2009
from Lyceum 09
to Rob Sinnott, D.C.
Continuing education requirements are mandated by state regulating boards.
State Boards are continuously updating their CE requirements so please contact
your Board for specific requirement details and specific questions. For board
contact information and for more information on what is required in your state,
please visit the FCLB website at http://directory.fclb.org/.
For more information, contact
Missy Sandor, Director of Continuing Education
Sherman College of Straight Chiropractic
P.O. Box 1452 / Spartanburg, SC 29304
(800) 849-8771 or (864) 578-8770, ext. 229
E-mail: msandor@sherman.edu.
