IRAPS 2007 – November 2-4, 2007


Theme: The Science and Philosophy of the Mental Impulse
The quest to expand knowledge about vertebral subluxation is philosophically inspired and scientifically pursued. The central theme, vertebral subluxation, shapes the questions whose answers ultimately add to the body of relevant knowledge. Engagement in relevant research is essential if the body of knowledge is to increase. Of profound interest is the mental impulse because the primary chiropractic concern is interference to the transmission of mental impulse. The primary objective of IRAPS 2007 is to seek new insight into this concept. Papers are invited that relate to scientific inquiry, as well as topics that address methods of presenting the concept of mental impulse to patients and the broader public community.

Possible subtopics include the following:

• Possible methods for assessment of transmission of
  the mental impulse
• Outcomes — as evidence for reduction of mental
  impulse interference
• Philosophic models
• Scientific models - viewing mental impulse in the
  context of autonomic function.
• Practitioner viewpoint — how mental impulse is viewed
  by the doctor in practice and how he or she discusses
  it with patients
• Documentation — what the literature reveals about
  mental impulse

Presentation
Presenters are asked to supply a current vita showing educational and other scholarly accomplishments. Twenty minutes are allocated for each presentation. During this time, the presenter will relate relevant information culminating in an interpretation. A ten-minute period will be allocated for questions from the floor.

Schedule
November 2
Registration/ Check-in
12:30pm -1:30pm
1:30pm - 6:30pm

November 3
8:00am - 1:00pm
1:45pm - 6:00pm and 7:30pm - 9:00pm (panel discussion)

November 4
9:00am - 12:00pm

Cash Award
A $250 cash award will be granted to one philosophy and one scientific paper.

Questions?
Contact Missy Sandor, Director of Continuing Education, by e-mailing msandor@sherman.edu or by calling 800-849-8771, ext. 229.

Overheard at IRAPS 2006...

“What I appreciated most about this weekend was the fact that chiropractors and students were willing to share ideas and engage in meaningful conversations, spirited debate and the pursuit of truth. It was a weekend full of respect for one another and a reminder of the fact that our profession – and ourselves – are continually in the process of adaptation.”
– Gwendolyn Gardner, D.C., Penn Straight ’88

“I truly enjoyed being able to listen to speakers that were not chiropractors yet were still well versed on our principles and philosophy. I appreciated their ability to address those principles and philosophies from an outsider’s viewpoint.”
– Gary Trout, D.C.

“As a student, what I liked most about this weekend was the opportunity to stay inspired about chiropractic. I was able to rise above, momentarily, from the pressure of academics.”
– Michele Horvath, Sherman student