Education Sessions

Learn From the Best

Earn CE credit from industry-leading presenters at ACA Engage 2025. The line-up for Engage 2025 offers an unmatched education program featuring high-quality, innovative presentations.

Friday, Jan. 24 | 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. | Executive Room

Rehab and Conditioning for Older Adults (1 CE) 

Presenter: Morgan Price, DC 

Presentation Summary: This one-hour course discusses the importance of movement and exercise for older patients from the perspective of flexibility, balance, strength, floor recovery, bone density, muscle composition, ADL independence, fall prevention, and quality of life maintenance that you, as a chiropractor, are well-positioned to program. The course also reviews how to effectively program rehab and conditioning for older adult patients. As our patients age, conversations surrounding the importance of bone, joint, and muscle health are much different than conversations with younger patients. Every year we age, it is more challenging to maintain muscle mass, bone density, and walking capacity if we are not actively training to do so. Older adults have a vast variety of “starting lines” and “finish lines” for exercise pursuits, and many can tolerate advice beyond the generalized stretching they are usually prescribed. This course will discuss resources available for movement and exercise support for our patients as well as common barriers (lumbar spinal stenosis with neurogenic claudication, joint replacements, fall risk, etc.) and how to navigate them. The course will review how to reverse engineer functional goal setting and how to incrementally progress. We will discuss ongoing initiatives such as the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s STEADI Algorithm, the American Public Health Association’s 2023 Fall Prevention Initiative, and any updates from the Clinical Compass Best Practice Guideline. Takeaways from the course include easy to implement, low-tech rehab programming examples and foundational knowledge that every practitioner should know.

Friday, Jan. 24 | 9:15 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. | Executive Room

Hypermobility Conditions in the Busy Chiropractic Practice (1 CE)

Presenter: Brendan McCann, DC 

Presentation Summary: Everyone with a connective tissue disorder should have an informed chiropractor on their team. Recognizing the most common hypermobility conditions, such as Ehlers Danlos syndrome, can improve treatment outcomes and support a bulletproof treatment plan. This is a large and underserved patient group, and recognition can have a significant impact on patients’ lives. In this session, we will talk through how to quickly screen for hypermobility conditions, when to evaluate further, and how to work with patients to modify treatment for excellent responses.

Friday, Jan. 24 | 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. | Executive Room

Chiropractic Leadership in Musculoskeletal Medicine, Driving Change in Hospital Networks (1 CE)

Presenter: Paul Duffy, DC 

Presentation Summary: In 2024, practicing chiropractic in a hospital system is becoming a viable practice alternative. Chiropractors are serving in small interdisciplinary groups, community hospitals, large hospital networks, and university-based research hospitals. Pathways to integrating chiropractic into medical settings are being established and followed as the “glass walls” to inclusion are being shattered. This presentation will go beyond the didactic “how to start” and explore the inclusion of chiropractic care as the standard of care in hospital networks. The ideas shared will be applicable to the soon-to-be new graduate as well as the seasoned practicing chiropractor. Attendees will be able to leave with the tools to develop and communicate a just cause, a mission, a vision, and a leadership mindset that will focus on the infinite versus finite end game. Attendees will be able to clearly state the values of chiropractic care to hospital network decision-makers and policymakers and will leave the presentation with a vision of the possibilities of where chiropractic can be in the future of health care.

Friday, Jan. 24 | 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Executive Room

Longevity: Biohacks for Optimal Aging (1 CE)

Presenter: Kimberly Besuden, DC, CFMP

Sponsored by: Standard Process

Presentation Summary: Support healthy aging and discover how nutritional deficiencies can negatively impact the endocrine system and accelerate aging. During this session, participants will dive deeply into how to combat these deficiencies with natural solutions. Participants will learn how whole food supplementation and specific dietary choices can promote a healthy lifespan, optimize the aging process, and enhance patients’ overall well-being. They will gain the tools and knowledge necessary to maximize their patients’ health outcomes and minimize several of the challenges of the aging process.

Friday, Jan. 24 | 4:15 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. | Executive Room

Missing Links of Chiropractic Medicine & Longevity (1 CE) 

Presenter: Matt Burnett, DC, CCSMS

Sponsored by: Legacy Lyfe

Presentation Summary: This session will elucidate the scientific intricacies of epigenetics and cellular biology. With support from preventative testing, Dr. Burnett will shed light on utilizing cellular markers for disease prevention. He will discuss the possibility of achieving a lower biological age than one’s chronological age and provide practical guidance on attaining this through various forms of preventative diagnostics such as PEMF and red-light therapy. Dr. Burnett will also provide insights into the positive impact on his business, including heightened popularity among patients seeking these specialized treatment options.

 

Saturday, Jan. 25 | 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. | Executive Room

Update on The VA Community Care Network: What Practicing DCs Need to Know (1 CE) 

Presenters: David Paris, DC, MS, DACRB  

Presentation Summary: This presentation will provide an overview of the current policies, trends, and recent developments within the Veterans Affairs (VA) Chiropractic and Community Care programs. Attendees will gain insights into how chiropractic care is evolving within the VA system, along with the key initiatives that are shaping its integration into veteran health care. The presentation will also focus on the clinical considerations for effective case management within these programs. We will explore best practices for managing cases in alignment with VA standards, addressing specific challenges that chiropractors may encounter when treating veteran populations. Attendees will leave with a comprehensive understanding of both the administrative and clinical aspects of providing chiropractic care in the VA and community care settings, ensuring they are equipped to deliver optimal care to veterans.

All online sessions will launch on Jan. 21 on LearnACA. 

Social Determinants of Health in the Chiropractic Setting (1 CE) 

Presented by: Alli Totzke-Hitzeroth, DC, MPP

Presentation Summary: Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) play a crucial role in patient outcomes, making it essential to screen for them in the chiropractic setting and to inform broader health policy. However, the challenge lies in effectively utilizing this information once it’s gathered. In this session, we will explore the concept of SDOH, practical approaches to screening, and the evolving policy language surrounding SDOH. 

Attendees will also examine how the American Chiropractic Association (ACA) remains relevant in addressing SDOH through its guidelines and ongoing advocacy efforts. At the end of the session, attendees will have a deeper understanding of how to incorporate SDOH into practice and how it impacts patient care and policy development. 

Radiology Error (1 CE) 

Presented by: Cliff Tao, DC, DACBR

Presentation Summary: This presentation will cover the various types of radiology errors that can occur in clinical practice, along with proven strategies to minimize them. Through real-life case study examples, we will explore common mistakes, implications, and practical approaches to improving accuracy in radiologic interpretation. Attendees will leave with actionable insights to enhance their diagnostic skills and reduce the likelihood of errors in their own practice. 

Systems-Based Rehabilitation in Chiropractic (1 CE) 

Presented by: Todd E. Riddle, DC, CCSP, RKT, CSCS, ICSC, FAKTR 

Presentation Summary: A system is “a set of principles or procedures according to which something is done; an organized framework or method.” A system can provide a level of certainty or a standard operating procedure in respect to how to assess a patient and proceed with treatment based on evidence-informed findings; but it does not imply that everyone will receive the same treatment or even have the same goals or outcomes. In health care, a well-designed system informs and guides care, regardless of who is seeking treatment from a chiropractor. Further, a system may involve a variety of different assessment tools, treatment techniques, exercises, equipment, etc. It guides clinical decision-making based on good information as opposed to a treatment plan based on trial and error. 

Taking the Lead in Empowering Chiropractors in Scoliosis Management (1 CE) 

Presented by: Jeb McAviney, BsC, Mchiro, MPainMed, FCBP 

Presentation Summary: Scoliosis can affect up to 5% of children, 32% of older adults, and 68% of the geriatric population. Despite its prevalence, managing scoliosis remains a challenge for many practitioners. For chiropractors, accurate diagnosis and effective management skills are crucial, as they are ideally positioned to take a leading role in the ongoing detection and care of patients with scoliosis. This one-hour session is designed to update your clinical knowledge with the latest evidence-based practices for diagnosing and managing scoliosis. Dr. McAviney will explore topics including the prevalence and impact of scoliosis across different age groups, challenges in screening and assessment, modern approaches in scoliosis rehabilitation and bracing, the role of chiropractors in patient-centered care, and case co-management strategies for optimal outcomes. This session will also clarify the chiropractor’s role within the broader healthcare community, emphasizing when chiropractic management is appropriate and when collaboration and co-management are necessary. Attend this session to enhance your expertise in scoliosis management, learn how to make informed decisions that positively impact patient outcomes, and establish yourself as a key contributor to the multidisciplinary management of scoliosis.

ACA Engage 2025 will feature a mixture of formats to suit different learning styles and an opportunity to earn up to 11 CE credits, including:

  • 5 pre-recorded sessions, to be launched on Jan. 21, 2025, on Learn ACA for viewing at your own pace. Pre-recorded sessions will be available for viewing until midnight EST, on Feb. 9, 2025. Up to 4 CE credits are available in applicable states upon completion of these sessions.
  • 7 in-person education sessions on Jan. 24 – 25, 2025, with an opportunity to engage with speakers. Up to 7 CE credits available are available for attendance to on-site education sessions.

Doctors may earn up to 11 CE credits for attending both pre-recorded and in-person sessions.

ACA is an approved provider through the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards’ Providers of Approved Continuing Education (PACE) program.  ACA Engage 2025 educational sessions meet PACE Criteria for Quality Continuing Education.

To earn CE credits for Engage 2025, you must do the following:

For pre-recorded sessions. 

  • You must view them in their entirety, and then pass the quiz with 80% accuracy to earn CE credit by midnight EST, Feb. 9, 2025.  

Please note: Engage 2025 education sessions are not eligible for CE credit in Arizona and Louisiana because these states do not accept online education.  

For in-person sessions.

  • Attend the sessions in their entirety.
  • Obtain a stamp on your attendance card upon entering and exiting the session.
  • Return the completed CE attendance card upon conclusion of the conference.

PACE CE Reporting and Certificates

  • ACA is a PACE approved provider of continuing education credits and an approved provider in several states under state regulations. Attendees who participate in Engage 2025 education courses in-person and online, and who are licensed in these states will be sent CE certificates directly from ACA within 30 days of completing the course.  (Check with your state licensing board to learn what restrictions/limitations on CE credits they may have.)

CE Reporting and Certificates in Other States*

  • ACA collaborates with the University of Bridgeport to obtain CE credit approval in Michigan, Mississippi and Wisconsin.
  • The University of Bridgeport will send certificates of completion to participants upon completion of all sessions, including pre-recorded sessions for states where this is applicable.
  • Certificates will be sent 4-6 weeks following the conference to participants in the relevant states.
  • Please check back for updates on the states or jurisdictions which ACA will apply for approval.

States or Jurisdictions that Accept ACA Engage 2025 Continuing Education Credits:

  • Alaska
  • Arizona (in-person only)
  • Colorado
  • Connecticut
  • Delaware
  • District of Columbia
  • Georgia
  • Idaho
  • Illinois
  • Indiana
  • Iowa
  • Kansas
  • Maine
  • Maryland
  • Massachusetts
  • Michigan*
  • Minnesota
  • Mississippi
  • Missouri
  • Montana
  • Nebraska
  • Nevada
  • New Hampshire
  • New Jersey
  • New York
  • North Carolina
  • North Dakota
  • Ohio
  • Oregon
  • Rhode Island
  • South Carolina
  • South Dakota
  • Tennessee
  • Utah
  • Vermont
  • Virginia
  • Washington
  • Wisconsin
  • Wyoming
  • Puerto Rico
  • Virgin Islands
  • Nova Scotia

States or Jurisdictions that DO NOT ACCEPT ACA Engage 2025 CE Credits:

  • Alabama
  • Arkansas
  • California
  • Hawaii
  • Kentucky
  • Louisiana
  • New Mexico
  • Nevada
  • Oklahoma
  • Pennsylvania
  • Texas
  • West Virginia

Thank you for your interest in ACA Engage 2025 and its educational offerings. Contact us at [email protected] with questions about ACA education or CE.

It is the responsibility of each participating doctor to be aware of CE rules and requirements of the state(s) in which he/she is licensed, including acceptable topics for CE and license-renewal credit. Check with your state licensing board for the most current CE information and requirements for your state-related to seminars, webinars or on-demand learning.