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Systems Pathology

About Course

Systems Pathology is a vital branch of clinical science that examines how diseases affect the body’s organ systems. For chiropractic professionals, a strong foundation in systems pathology is essential to understanding the underlying mechanisms of dysfunction and how they relate to musculoskeletal health, nervous system interference, and overall wellness.

This course explores pathological processes within each major body system — including the skeletal, muscular, nervous, cardiovascular, respiratory, and gastrointestinal systems — with an emphasis on clinical relevance to chiropractic care. Students will learn to recognize signs and symptoms of systemic disease, interpret diagnostic findings, and understand how structural imbalances or subluxations may relate to broader systemic conditions.

By integrating systems pathology with chiropractic philosophy, students will develop a holistic understanding of health and disease, preparing them to deliver informed, responsible, and patient-centered care.

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What Will You Learn?

  • How diseases affect specific organ systems of the body
  • The underlying mechanisms and causes (etiology) of common pathological conditions
  • Signs, symptoms, and clinical features of system-based disorders
  • The relationship between structural dysfunctions and systemic health
  • How to interpret basic diagnostic and pathological findings
  • The role of inflammation, degeneration, infection, and trauma in system pathology
  • How to integrate pathological knowledge into chiropractic assessment and patient care

Course Content

Month 1-2: Introduction to Pathology
Basic pathology concepts Cellular pathology and systemic diseases

  • Basic pathology concepts
  • Cellular pathology and systemic diseases

Month 3: Musculoskeletal Pathology
Overview of bone, joint, and muscle-related conditions Focus on spinal health and common musculoskeletal disorders

Month 4: Cardiovascular & Respiratory Pathology
Cardiovascular diseases: atherosclerosis, hypertension Respiratory disorders: asthma, COPD

Month 5: Gastrointestinal Pathology
Gastrointestinal diseases: gastritis, ulcers, IBD

Gastrointestinal diseases: gastritis, ulcers, IBD

Month 6: Neurological Pathology
Neurological conditions: stroke, neuropathies Relation to spinal health and chiropractic care

Month 7: Endocrine, Metabolic & Immune System Pathology
Disorders: diabetes, thyroid, immune-related conditions Link between hormonal imbalances and musculoskeletal health

Month 8-9: Integrative Case Studies
Case studies integrating various pathological conditions Application in chiropractic settings

Month 10: Clinical Application & Review
Practical application sessions Comprehensive review of course materials

Month 11-12: Final Assessments
Assessments, quizzes, and/or a final exam

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7 years ago
Great clarity in explanations and thoroughly enjoyed the course. I had been working out for quite a while, but a few little things we might miss out from a diet perspective are covered well in detail here.
Especially loved how you structured the entire focus area of dieting into most important ones to lesser ones.

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