APRIL 10-11, 2025 | INGLESIDE HOTEL, PEWAUKEE
Step Up to the Plate
AT SPRING CONVENTION
The WCA is bringing you the chiropractic profession’s brightest minds for a convention dedicated to exploring the essential role chiropractors have in preparing, enhancing, and healing athletes, while optimizing their performance
Join the team and gain insights on topics including concussions, imaging, cupping, flossing, pickleball mishaps, and nutrition for peak performance! Additionally, while you’re at convention, you can fulfill the new requirement of two hours of Professional Boundaries Training for DCs for the 2025-26 biennium
CONVENTION STATS DATES TO REMEMBER WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
January16,2025
Registration Opens
March10,2025
Early Bird Registration Closes
March11-April4,2025
Standard Registration Rates Apply
DCs/Health Care Professionals
Exercise Rehab-Certified CTs Staff actively working with patients with a special interest in the topics
DCs must ensure their staff have adequate training in any therapeutic modality
THURSDAY, APRIL 10 4 CE
APRIL 10-11, 2025 | INGLESIDE HOTEL,
Join Us in Pewaukee
AT THE INGLESIDE HOTEL
Bring your team to Pewaukee for quality educational programming at this premier hotel, waterpark and event venue that offers contemporary Lake Country hospitality!
ROOM BLOCK DISCOUNT
Hotel Reservation Deadline: Monday, March 10
A block of rooms has been set aside for WCA attendees at a discounted rate of $109 per night from April 10 through April 12 Note: The resort fee is waived for WCA Spring Convention attendees
How to Book Your Room
Reserve Your Room Online Call 262-547-0201. Be sure to mention the WCA Spring Convention.
Make it a Weekend!
Extend your convention package by adding a Friday night stay to your visitand enjoy the discounted room rate
Springs Waterpark
Bring the family and check out Milwaukee's most popular indoor waterpark! Please note that waterpark passes are not included in the room block rate, but can be added for an additional fee.
Agenda at a Glance
THURSDAY, APRIL 10
THURSDAY, APRIL 10 4 CE DC/CT/CRT
Professional Boundaries in Chiropractic
Wilder will share valuable insights on sexual misconduct, risk management, and establishing professional boundaries in clinical practice This course is designed to comply with the Wisconsin Chiropractic Board of Examiners’ new rule Chir 5 01 (1) (i), requiring Wisconsin DCs to complete two continuing education hours on professional boundaries every licensing biennium.
Presented by Jeffrey M. Wilder, DC, DABCO, FICC
BREAK OUT SESSION OPTION 1:
Delivering Quality Outcomes in Upper and Lower Extremity Conditions: Overview, Case Studies and Hands-on Workshop for Sports Injuries and Athletic Performance
Dr. Kirk will address key topics, including the differential diagnosis of common upper and lower extremity disorders, qualitative functional assessments, therapeutic exercise, care progression, and advanced extremity rehabilitation with a focus on core and trunk stability The workshop will also include hands-on evaluation and treatment strategies Participants will gain insights into specific treatment approaches, coding fundamentals, and the delegation of tasks to an exercise rehab-certified chiropractic technician
Presented by Eric Kirk, DC, DACO
BREAK OUT SESSION OPTION 2:
Diagnostic Imaging Case Studies of SportsRelated Injuries
Our 2 hours will be spent reviewing sport- related cases from clinical practice, both spine and extremities, using radiographs and MR to determine the injury and repercussions for the clinician and patient. This will be a case-based presentation of sports injuries The emphasis will be on the diagnostic imaging work-up and findings along with discussion of clinical/patient management considerations
Presented by Michelle Mick, DC, DACBR
Sponsored by Rayus, a WCA Corporate Partner
FRIDAY, APRIL 11 8
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI): The Impact of Nutrition, Stress, & Infection on Cognitive Health
This discussion will explore how both athletes and nonathletes experience Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and concussions, extending beyond neurological symptoms We will cover strategies for managing stress, identifying triggers, and treating common infections Case studies and research-based nutritional recommendations will be shared for application in your practice
Presented by Cindy Howard, DC, DACBN, DABCI
Sponsored by Protocol for Life, a WCA Corporate Partner
Have You Been Flossing?
In this session, we will introduce participants to two soft tissue therapies: cupping and soft tissue flossing After a brief overview of the mechanisms behind each technique, along with their potential clinical applications, attendees will have plenty of time for hands-on practice with the tools Each attendee will leave with a starter pack to implement cupping and flossing in their clinic.
Presented by Jacob Stoffel, DC
Pickleball: Your Go-To Guide for Injuries & Rehab
As pickleball skyrockets in popularity, so do the injurie ! In this exciting course, we will dive into the practical details of how swinging that paddle can lead to injuries We will chat about biomechanics, strategies of play, and then roll up our sleeves! Get ready to learn manual therapies, adjustments, soft tissue mobilization and BFR, taping tricks, and rehab exercises that will have your patients back on the court in no time!
Presented by Jeffrey Sergent, DC
Nutrition for Injury Prevention, Performance and Recovery
While acute inflammation is our body’s natural response to protect and repair, chronic inflammation has no therapeutic benefit and creates a cascade of dysfunction, impedes performance, and inhibits recovery This seminar will provide the clinician methods to address the underlying causes of inflamma nutrient reserve depletion, mitochondrial derailment, an gastrointestinal imbalances Explore the diagnostics, strategies, and protocols with Dr Bergman for next day implementation to help your patients better achieve their health goals
Presented by Scott Bergman, DC
Sponsored by WCA Corporate Partner Nutri Dyn
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