This course is designed to give the chiropractor and the ACRRT certified chiropractic assistant who performs X-rays a clinical working knowledge of radiation safety, the latest procedures for x-ray examination of the spine and extremities and the PA DEP requirements to produce x-rays in Pennsylvania. Instruction of factors to utilize for protection of the patient and the operator while producing x-rays of the patient will be presented.

The 4-hour presentation will meet the PA DEP requirement for the DC and the ACRRT certified CA to receive the 4-hours of CE every 4 years, in between state inspections, and on those subjects outlined below.

Outline of this course:

Hour 1- Requirements of PA State Board of Chiropractic regarding use of x-ray by DC’s and staff.

              History of X-ray. Basic Principles of X-ray. Film Handling.

              Physics and Equipment. To gain a firm understanding of the physical     

              properties pertaining to production of x-rays for the purposes of diagnostic imaging

Hour 2- Principles and biological effects of Radiation Exposure

                          Methods of Radiation Protection. To obtain a fundamental understanding of

                          radiobiology and radiation safety principles for operator and patient which apply to

                          operation of x-ray imaging devices. CR &DR units will be discussed.