Vagus Nerve Evaluation and Correction Protocols
Master the Vagus Nerve: Evaluation and Correction Protocols for the Chiropractic Practice
The vagus nerve plays a vital role in autonomic nervous system regulation, affecting everything from digestion and immune response to heart rate, mood, and inflammation. Misalignments or tension patterns in the upper cervical spine, cranium, and dural system can interfere with vagal tone—contributing to a host of symptoms in both pediatric and adult populations.
In this on-demand online training, you’ll learn how to identify and correct vagus nerve imbalances using specific chiropractic techniques. This course offers a step-by-step breakdown of the neurological anatomy and physiology of the vagus nerve and outlines the practical, hands-on protocols to address its involvement.
Whether you’re caring for newborns with latching issues, children with gut-brain axis imbalances, or adults experiencing chronic fatigue, digestive disorders, or anxiety-related symptoms—this class will give you the clinical tools you need to confidently assess and support vagus nerve function.
What You’ll Learn
- The anatomical and physiological pathways of the vagus nerve and its impact on systemic health
- How to evaluate for vagus nerve involvement through observable signs and palpation indicators
- Specific adjustment protocols to reduce interference along the vagus nerve pathway, including occipital, cervical, cranial, and soft tissue corrections
- Strategies to restore parasympathetic tone and improve autonomic balance
Resources Provided
- Video class modules
- Evaluation & technique presentations
- Practical demonstrations
- Calls to action (CTAs)
- Complete PDF workbooks
- Full transcriptions of video classes
- Email access to Dr. Rosen & Dr. Watson
Why Take This Course?
- Improve patient outcomes in cases involving digestive issues, immune dysregulation, anxiety, sleep problems, and developmental challenges
- Expand your chiropractic skill set with neurological assessment and correction protocols
- Support whole-body wellness by addressing one of the most powerful regulatory nerves in the body
Who Is This Course For?
Chiropractors who want to:
- Go beyond symptom-based care and dive into neurology-based chiropractic approaches
- Enhance their effectiveness with pediatric, family, and wellness-based practice members
- Gain confidence in assessing and adjusting the vagus nerve safely and effectively
This course is ideal for both beginner and advanced chiropractors looking to sharpen their skills and deliver deeper, more lasting results.
Course Contents
10 Modules | 10 CTAs
Class 1 – Anatomy and Physiology of Vagus
Class 2 – Jugular Foramen
Class 3 – Evaluation and Correction of Vagus Nerve Involvement
Class 4 – CMRT Demonstration
Class 5 – Atlas Dural Meningeal Restriction
Class 6 – Atlas Correction
Class 7 – Temporal and Occipital Corrections
Class 8 – Demonstration on Older Child
Class 9 – Demonstration of Vagus Nerve Evaluation
Class 10 – Review
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 Similar Courses
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Louise Fisher, DC
I loved learning about the vagus nerve points in the abdomen. I love how you discussed the atlas involvement as separate sides as it hasn’t fused and I loved watching it done on a child, older child and adult.
I perform vagus adjustments on most patients now and always check for tender points in the hands etc. I am much more conscious about vagal involvement and feel this course bridged a huge gap in my skill set so thank you!
I would recommend this course. It is straight forward, easy to digest videos and short videos, which for a mum is essential!
Have done several courses now and always find them amazing so thank you!
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Norri Collier, DC
I decided to take this course because the vagus nerve has received a lot of attention in social media. So I thought it would be good to study the vagus nerve again and the adjusting techniques specific to influencing the vagus nerve.
My 3 take away would be:
1. Identifying occipital side slip versus compression.
2. Using the indicators to show the patient how patient how clearing the occiput and Atlas clears the indicators.
3. Familiarizing myself with the track of the Vagus nerve and relating it to adjusting procedures.I was struck by the clearing of most indicators with the proper adjustment of Atlas occiput. One patient comes to mind that had developed a cough that was uncontrollable and happened only when he was sitting. I used these procedures and his cough has not returned.
I was reluctant to take an online program… This was my first time taking a serious course online. I found the presentations to be concise, well prepared and organized. I appreciated being able to listen to them multiple times as they were packed with information.
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Sara Panarello, DC
1. Dr. Rosen has a wealth of knowledge and experience, and he is able to convey that to the listener with ease. 2. Even if you don’t practice SOT, the information is easily applied/modified to your practice. 3. They are always very attentive. If you have questions/comments, they are always quick to respond.
Having the awareness of the impact that the vagus nerve has on the body means that I am assessing each patient a little differently.
Applied to a 70-year-old man who has a history of chronic migraines and chronic GI/allergy issues. Intent was just to see if it could help ease some of his symptoms (wasn’t expecting much). Ran through protocols and had to adjust anterior atlas, occipital compression, work on psoas and the 3 indicators. When he came back, he noted that he was able to sleep through the night very soundly after being adjusted this way (he was very pleased as this was very significant to him).
Yes, I would recommend this program. It can be done at a slower pace. Access to the videos allows you to stop and review areas multiple times.
I am thankful to the Rosens for their commitment to the chiropractic profession.
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