Evaluating the Vestibular System
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Instructor:
Dr. Rosen, Dr. Watson
Location:
Online
Evaluation & Correction of the Vestibular System: Enhance Neurological Function and Postural Stability Through Targeted Chiropractic Protocols

The vestibular system is a cornerstone of balance, coordination, and spatial awareness—yet it’s often overlooked in traditional chiropractic evaluations. Dysfunction in this system can manifest as poor posture, delayed motor development, sensory integration challenges, and chronic instability in both children and adults.

In this focused online training, you’ll learn how to assess and correct imbalances in the vestibular system using gentle, effective chiropractic and cranial protocols. This course gives you practical, neurologically-based tools to identify dysfunction and restore healthy communication between the inner ear, brain, and spine.

Whether you’re working with pediatric neurodevelopment, adult balance issues, or chronic postural challenges, this class will give you the skills to make a profound difference in your patients’ lives.

What You’ll Learn

  • The anatomy and function of the vestibular system and its role in postural regulation
  • How to evaluate vestibular integrity through neurological testing and clinical observation
  • Chiropractic and cranial adjusting protocols that support vestibular balance and sensory integration
  • How vestibular dysfunction affects spinal stability, motor control, and coordination
  • Techniques to address compensatory patterns in the cervical spine, cranium, and dural system

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?

  • Vestibular imbalances are often at the root of developmental delays, learning difficulties, and balance disorders
  • These protocols offer chiropractors a safe, effective way to influence deep neurological systems
  • Restoring vestibular function supports better posture, movement, attention, and overall nervous system regulation

Who Is This Course For?

Chiropractors who want to:

  • Expand their neurological and cranial adjusting skill set
  • Address root-cause imbalances in patients with sensory, motor, or postural challenges
  • Support developmental milestones and balance issues with confidence and clarity
  • Deliver more comprehensive, results-driven care in family and pediatric practices

By adding vestibular assessment and correction to your clinical toolbox, you’ll unlock a new level of care—one that addresses foundational neurological patterns and helps patients achieve greater function, stability, and wellness.

Course Contents

14 Modules | 14 CTAs
Class 1 – The Vestibular System: Balance Class 2 – The Vestibular System: Forward Head Posture and TMJ Joint Class 3 – The Vestibular System: Posterior Weight Bearing and Anterior Boot Mechanism and Postural Considerations Class 4 – The Vestibular System: Processing Class 5 – The Role of CSF Class 6 – Understanding the Cranium: The Dural Meningeal System Class 7 – Spinal and Cranial Protocols for Vestibular Imbalances Class 8 – Examination of the Vestibular System: Standing Vestibular Class 9 – Seated Exam: Visual Acuity and Eye-Hand Coordination Class 10 – Upper Cervical Evaluation: Atlas and Axis, Occipital Sideslip/Compression and Cranial Nerve Evaluation Class 11 – Demonstration of Vestibular Examination Class 12 – Atlas/Axis Dural Restriction Exam: Addressing Anterior Atlas Subluxation and Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction Class 13 – Cranial Corrections: Occipital Flexion/Extension and CSF Balancing Techniques Class 14 – Cranial Corrections: Sphenoid and Temporal Corrections

Meet the Instructors

Dr. Martin Rosen, DC, CSCP, CSPP & Dr. Nancy Watson, DC, CSP

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

  • Dr. Amanda Engels

    I took this program to learn more so we can better serve our patients.

    This program is very thorough & gets to a deeper level of understanding. It gives you practical applications and it’s also interactive.

    This course has helped remind me of things I had forgotten in regards to the vestibular system, & all the things that impact the vestibular system. I also know how to test for discrepancies within the vestibular system.

    Thank you so much for pouring into us!

  • Dr. Jodi Spurback

    I took this program to gain a better understanding of how to interpret and correct issues of the vestibular system.

    This program was a good review of the anatomy, the function of the vestibular system and its direct connection to upper cervical subluxation, and assessment of the impairments of the vestibular system.

    I am more aware of findings with patients that are to a greater level of just spinal impairment.

    I have not been great at assessing occipital findings so I used the occipital notch test a few times in the last week to assess occiput. It definitely helped me make a different subluxation diagnosis. Excited to implement more findings.

  • Brooke Lee, DC

    I took this program for more valuable information, a better understanding of the nervous system and how the body communicates with the external environment and allows for adaptation in that environment. I also wanted to add more to my physical exams and evaluation of my patients.

    I still want more information from you about everything! Because of all of your knowledge, experience and expertise. As far as this class went, it helped to solidify some information I already had and I really was able to focus on creating a better physical examination.

    I am still working on applying this information into my practice. I am hoping to create a much better picture of the subluxation patterns and neurological deficits of my patients and a better guide to show for improvements.

    I loved the information about the exercises. That was great. The physical exam is my biggest take away.

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