Sphenobasilar Mechanism: Assessment & Correction

6 Modules | 6 Weeks
Instructor(s): Dr. Martin Rosen, Dr. Nancy Watson
CEU Hours: 3
Early Registration: October 20th, 2026
Full Registration: December 1st, 2026
Enrollment Deadline: January 4th, 2027
First Class: January 11th, 2027

Unlock the Power of the Sphenobasilar Junction: Assessment and Correction Strategies for Lasting Structural Balance

The sphenobasilar junction (SBJ) plays a central role in cranial motion, dural tension, and neurological function. When this vital cranial-articular relationship is imbalanced, it can contribute to a wide range of symptoms—from headaches and TMJ dysfunction to sensory, postural, and developmental challenges.

In this focused online course, you’ll learn to assess and correct sphenobasilar distortions using precise, gentle chiropractic cranial techniques. The SBJ is often a primary site of restriction and compensation, especially in pediatric cases, but it’s just as critical in adult cranial and spinal dynamics.

This course offers chiropractors a deeper understanding of how to evaluate the SBJ both statically and dynamically, identify related cranial and spinal subluxation patterns, and apply effective corrections that can create global structural changes.

What You’ll Learn

  • A detailed review of the anatomy, biomechanics, and neurology of the sphenobasilar junction
  • Visual and practical training on how to assess motion, balance, and distortion in the SBJ
  • Specific cranial correction protocols that restore balance and reduce dural torque
  • Strategies to address associated structural compensations in the cranium and spine

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?

  • The SBJ influences cranial dural tension, cerebrospinal fluid flow, and overall postural integrity
  • Correcting distortions at this level can lead to dramatic changes in spinal stability, neurological tone, and functional development
  • Understanding and mastering the sphenobasilar junction empowers you to provide more comprehensive, neurologically-focused care

Who Is This Course For?

Chiropractors who want to:

  • Deepen their cranial adjusting skills and integrate advanced cranial work into their daily practice
  • Address root-cause patterns in patients with chronic postural, neurological, or developmental issues
  • Provide care that goes beyond spinal adjusting to support whole-body function and balance

Whether you’re working with infants, children, or adults, the SBJ is a foundational cranial relationship that must be addressed for optimal results. This course will give you the knowledge and tools to do just that—with clarity, precision, and confidence.

Course Contents

6 Modules | 6 CTAs

  1. Module 01 Secondary Respiratory Motion
  2. Module 02 Primary Respiratory Motion
  3. Module 03 Effects of Cranial Motion
  4. Module 04 Evaluation of the Sphenobasilar
  5. Module 05 Correction of Sphenobasilar: Direct Approach
  6. Module 06 Correction of Sphenobasilar: Indirect Approach

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. Lilian Aliberti

    “I decided to take this course knowing the importance of sphenobasilar in the treatment of my patients.

    I used this technique with a 7-month-old baby with facial asymmetry, who had never slept more than 2 hours in a row and had great difficulty eating, and had a lot of gag reflexes. After the corrections I learned in the course, she slept for 4:30 the first night, and the next day she ate without any gags, after a few more sessions the asymmetry disappeared. Her mother said it was a miracle!

    This course is incredible, the way Martin and Nancy explain it is very easy to understand and be able to put it into practice straight away. Learning about the sphenobasilar is very important when you want to work with craniopathy. So, don’t miss this course!

    I’m a fan of this couple and learning from them is addictive. I take all the courses and every time I feel thirsty for more.”

  • Dr. Jeanette Lomori

    “I want to learn more about cranial adjusting to better serve my patients. I used it last week on a four month old.

    I enjoyed being able to go at my own pace and being able to rewind and re-watch and really absorb the material. I am looking forward to using the techniques on my patients! Thank you.”

  • Dr. Andrea Burke

    “I took this course just to continue getting a deeper understanding of the course work that I have been using on my patients.

    I have a 4 month old with severe sphenobasilar torsion and over 2 months of care, his plagiocephaly has gone from a 12 mm difference to a 5mm difference using these techniques.

    This course is great in breaking down a big concept into smaller, understandable content. Highly recommend it! Always a pleasure to learn from you guys!”

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