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In-Person SOT® Three Categories Seminar
The Three Categories form the foundation of Sacro Occipital Technique®. Yet truly understanding the system requires more than memorizing indicators or block placements. It requires learning how to recognize the patient’s predominant distortion pattern, determine where that pattern begins, and decide what should be addressed first.
If you want to deepen their understanding of Dr. Major Bertrand DeJarnette’s work and become more confident applying the Three Category system in daily practice this seminar is for you.
In this 12-hour, 2-day seminar Drs. Rosen and Watson will guide you through the evaluation, clinical reasoning, and hands-on procedures used to identify and address Category I, Category II, and Category III patterns. The seminar draws from DeJarnette’s category system and emphasizes locating the primary subluxation pattern rather than simply treating the patient’s presenting symptoms.
Skills You Will Learn
You will explore the clinical purpose and neurological significance of each category:
Category I: Learn how sacral-occipital reciprocal motion, upper cervical function, the dural meningeal system, and cerebrospinal fluid mechanics relate to the Category I complex.
Category II: Examine the ligamentous weight-bearing portion of the sacroiliac joint and the global structural, muscular, fascial, proprioceptive, cranial, and TMJ compensations associated with Category II.
Category III: Develop a clearer understanding of chronic pain, disc involvement, nerve-root and dural-sleeve traction, antalgic presentations, muscular guarding, and the clinical precautions required when caring for more complex patients.
Resources Provided
✓ Hands-on training from Dr. Rosen and PPI team
✓ Evaluation & technique presentations
✓ Practical demonstrations
✓ Practice with Calls to Action (CTA)
✓ Connect with Like-minded Practitioners
✓ In-depth Q&As with Instructors
✓ Interactive private Facebook group
✓ Available Select Dates and Locations
✓ Earn Continuing Education Credits ($50/seminar): See pre-approved states below.
Hands-On Learning
This seminar is designed to move beyond theory. You will have the opportunity to:
- Practice examination procedures
- Compare findings with other participants
- Refine palpation and indicator interpretation
- Review block placement
- Work through ascending and descending patterns
- Ask questions about difficult or confusing cases
- Receive direct feedback from Dr. Rosen
Why This Seminar Matters
The strength of SOT® lies in its ability to help the chiropractor move beyond symptoms and identify the patient’s predominant pattern of dysfunction.
When you understand the Three Categories more deeply, you become better prepared to answer the questions that matter most:
- What is the primary pattern?
- Where is it beginning?
- What is compensatory?
- What should be corrected first?
- Which indicators should guide the adjustment?
- How do I know when the procedure has been effective?
- What should I reassess before doing anything else?
This seminar is designed to help you leave with a more organized system of analysis, greater confidence in your hands, and a clearer understanding of how to apply SOT® with purpose.
Program Schedule
AUG 10, 2026
Online Course Starts
NOV 14, 2026
Seminar Day 1 (9AM – 6PM) : Comprehensive Pediatric Spinal and Adjusting Protocols and Pediatric Cranial Exam and Cranial Adjusting Protocols
NOV 15, 2026
Seminar Day 2 (9AM – 6PM) : Comprehensive Pediatric Spinal and Adjusting Protocols and Pediatric Cranial Exam and Cranial Adjusting Protocols
NOV 16, 2026
Online Course Continues
Mar 13, 2027
Seminar Day 1 (9AM – 6PM) : Comprehensive Pediatric Cranial Adjusting Protocols and Common Conditions in the Pediatric Practice
Mar 14, 2027
Seminar Day 2 (9AM – 6PM) : Comprehensive Pediatric Cranial Adjusting Protocols and Common Conditions in the Pediatric Practice
Locations: Nov 14-15, 2026
Franklin Marriott Cool Springs
700 Cool Springs Blvd
Franklin, TN 37067
(615) 261-6100
Franklin Marriott Cool Springs
700 Cool Springs Blvd
Franklin, TN 37067
(615) 261-6100
Locations:
Franklin Marriott Cool Springs
700 Cool Springs Blvd
Franklin, TN 37067
(615) 261-6100
Franklin Marriott Cool Springs
700 Cool Springs Blvd
Franklin, TN 37067
(615) 261-6100
Online Course Contents
21 Modules | 21 CTAs
Class 1 – Nervous System Development – Part 1
Class 2 – Nervous System Development – Part 2
Class 3 – Influences on Development – Subluxation
Class 4 – Dural Meningeal System
Class 5 – Cranium and Dural Membranes
Class 6 – Cranial Bone Motion and CSF
Class 7 – Reprogramming the CNS
Class 8 – The Infant Spinal Case History
Class 9 – Spinal Exam Protocols and Demonstration
Class 10 – Anatomy and Physiology of Cranium
Class 11 – Cranial Exam Anatomy
Class 12 – Cranial Visual Analysis
Class 13 – Cranial Examination Protocols and Demonstration
Class 14 – Practice Management Blueprint
Class 15 – Confrontational Tolerance
Class 16 – Your Practice Triad
Class 17 – Making a Change
Class 18 – How to Make a Positive Change
Class 19 – Practice Development Tools
Class 20 – Office Procedures
Class 21 – Intensive Adjustment Protocols
Seminar Contents
15 Topics | 2 Seminars
Evaluation and Adjusting Protocols for the Pediatric Spine
Complete Spinal Examination Protocols
Determining the Primary Subluxation
Ascending or Descending, Meningeal or Structural
Specific Indicators to Determine Subluxation and Listings
Specific Adjusting Protocols for All Areas of the Spine
Tonal and Structural Techniques
Evaluation for the Pediatric Cranium
Specific CSF Balancing and Movement Adjustments
Symptom Specific Techniques to Use in Your Daily Practice
Evaluation and Adjusting Protocols for the Pediatric Cranium
Sphenobasilar Motion and Correction of Distortion Patterns
Specific Cranial Bone Imbalances/Subluxations (Correct Occipital, Temporal, Frontal, Parietal and Other Cranial Bone Distortions)
Correcting Palate Imbalances
Condition Specific Protocols: Vagus Nerve Involvement, Tongue-tie, Plagiocephaly, Pediatric TMJ issues (Nursing, Latching, and Swallowing Issues), Abnormal Palate Development, Digestive Issues, Allergies
Continuing Education Credits
Below are currently pre-approved states for continuing education credits. For other states, notify [email protected] 90 days prior to seminar Date.
CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ (DC Only), OH, OR, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WV, WY, Puerto Rico, Canadian Provinces (except AB, NS & SK)
Meet the Instructors
As early as first quarter in chiropractic school they were attracted to each other’s commitment to chiropractic and the pursuit of excellence. Their combined 80 years of personal and clinical and teaching experience, in delivering the chiropractic adjustment is unparalleled in the chiropractic profession. Their international outreach through teaching, writing and lecturing has been a driving force in their personal and professional careers since their first seminar taught together as students, in 1979.
Their years of experience have taught them what works and what does not work to create a successful practice and lifestyle. The more competent and comprehensive your expertise you will find that more patients will seek your services and your practice will grow exponentially.
Feedback from Our Students
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Jeanette Goodwill, DC
“My goal in taking this series was to have certainty in knowing what to look for, what to adjust, and how to communicate that with the parents and Dr. Rosen’s SOT® Pediatric seminar provides just that. The information is so in-depth and hands on that you will leave with more certainty, connection, confidence, and better communication. Taken this course has increased the referrals in my pediatric practice, so if you’re on the fence about taking the series, just do it. The knowledge and hands on experience will take your practice to the next level.”
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John Caruso, DC
“If you see kids, (or don’t see kids yet), been in pediatrics for 3 months or 30 years, taking Dr Martin Rosen’s in-person seminars or seminar series is a no-brainer. The technical proficiency, clinical excellence and conviction to check, adjust and recheck kiddos is unlike anything we have in the profession today. If you’re on the fence, just jump in. The future of our children depends on it.”
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