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IRAPS logoIRAPS: The International Research
and Philosophy Symposium

Call for IRAPS 2010 Abstracts
Deadline April 30, 2010

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.


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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

Matt McCoyJack Van Dervort

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.”


Brigette BowlerBill Decken DCHonorable Mention

Bridgette Bowler, D.C. ('88)
"A Model for Reframing Chiropractic Care"

Bill Decken, D.C. ('86)
"A Chiropractic Ethic"


KeyNote Speakers

kasserJeffrey 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.
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
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

ICSThe 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

Diplomate Oath
Starting second from left to right, bottom row: George, Matsushita, Risser, Van Dervort


Abstracts and Presentations

Brigette Bowler
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

 

 

Decken, Sinnott, Russell
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

  • 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 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

 

Dr. Kasser answers more questions.

Jeff Kasser, PhD Answers Questions from other presenters and students
Chiropractic and the Philosophy of Science

Hame Kian

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
The Van Dervort Brothers: Terry & Jack

Matthew 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.

 

 

The Patrick Van Quathem Family

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

rob Sinnott and Jon Shcwartzbauer

John Schwartzbauer, D.C. presents
The Service to the Profession Award 2009 from Lyceum 09
to Rob Sinnott, D.C.

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