My takeaways:
1. A better understanding of the cranial system and how the different cranial bones, sutures and surrounding structures influence one another.
2. The importance of being specific with our contacts, strength and adjustments. Small differences in contact points, direction and tension can make a difference, especially when working with babies and children.
3. The relationship between the dural meningeal system, sacrum and cranium. I really enjoyed learning more about how these structures are connected and why it’s important to consider the spine and pelvis when assessing cranial dysfunction, rather than looking at the cranium in isolation.

Professionally, it has definitely given me more confidence when assessing and working with cranial patterns, particularly in my pediatric patients. I’ve been incorporating cranial work into my practice for some time, but this course helped me understand the techniques in greater depth and be more specific with my assessments and contacts. Personally, it reminded me how much more there is to learn, even in an area that I’m already familiar with. I enjoy working with babies

One technique I’ve started incorporating more is the TMJ assessment, particularly observing whether there is any jaw deviation at rest or during opening. I’ve been applying the frontal and temporal adjustments where indicated and have noticed improvements in jaw movement and symmetry in some of my patients. Another area I found particularly useful was the palate work. I’ve learned intraoral and palate techniques from other courses before, but Dr. Rosen’s explanation of the different contact points within the palate and how they relate to different cranial patterns gave me a much better understanding of what I was assessing and correcting. I’ve since incorporated some of these techniques into my pediatric care and have observed improvements in some babies who initially presented with latching difficulties, reflux and gagging.

Yes, definitely! I would especially recommend it to chiropractors who are interested in pediatric and cranial work, or those who have already had some exposure to cranial adjusting and would like to deepen their understanding. There is quite a lot of information to take in and a lot to learn so I’m glad the course is spread out over a year for us to learn! It’s a really valuable course for anyone looking to become more confident and specific with their cranial work.

I really appreciate the amount of knowledge and clinical experience that Dr. Rosen and Dr. Watson have shared throughout the program, especially the doctor sharing session apart from just the classes available.

Three great takeaways from this course: 1. Clearer, More Structured Paediatric Assessment Framework 2. An excellent system for evaluating infants and children through: refined cranial, spinal, and dural tension assessment 3. A great understanding of segmental motion, tone, and developmental movement patterns.

This course has greatly enhanced my skills and confidence in assessing and treating infants. I now have a clearer framework for identifying tension patterns and applying gentle, effective techniques. Personally, it has fueled the “why” in terms of my passion for paediatric care.

During a follow-up with a 3-month-old infant presenting with frequent arching, irritability, and mild feeding difficulties (often associated with reflux-related tension). The palate arch was very narrow which caused latching issues. I applied a gentle occipital cranial release as taught in the SOT course to balancing cranial motion. Also did a Sphenoid Flexion Release via Pterygoid Contact Outcome: Within a few sessions, the infant was noticeably calmer neck and head posture improved tolerance of feeding positions, reduced arching and easier settling for sleep Parents reported the baby was more comfortable and content, and feeding sessions were smoother, less arching noted and generally the family was all round so relieved.

Yes, it is a great way to learn new adjustment skills, up-skill and improve pediatric care for the community. Improves networking with other health care professionals.