National College of Naprapathic Medicine

National College of Naprapathic Medicine

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Health Care

Naprapathic Medicine is a system of healthcare that employs manual medicine, nutritional counseling and therapeutic modalities, specializing in the treatment of pain caused by connective tissue disorders.

• Naprapathic Manual Medicine. Hands-on (gentle) connective tissue manipulation (CTM) to the spine, joints and articulations of the body.
• Nutritional Counseling. Recommendations for dietary changes and food supplementation (as through the use of herbs, vitamins and minerals) to assist the body in achieving optimal health.
• Therapeutic Modalities. The use of the effective properties of physical measures of heat, cold, light, water, radiant energy, electricity, sound, air and assistive devices for the purpose of preventing, correcting or alleviating a physical disability. Modalities include ultrasound, electro-stimulation and low-level laser therapy (LLLT, also known as "cold laser therapy").

Connective Tissue Disorders

Connective tissue supports the spinal column and all joints and articulations of the body. Connective tissue disorders are characterized by abnormal rigid and/or contracted (strained) ligaments, tendons and muscles. These disorders interfere with nerve conduction and the circulation of blood and lymph. This can result in pain and inflammation to the affected area of the body. Causes of connective tissue disorders can include traumatic injury (car accidents, sports injuries, falls, etc.), repetitive motion syndrome (RMS, such as work-related computer or machine use), heavy lifting and improper posture.

Did you know that it is estimated that 90% of all adults will suffer back pain and 60% will suffer neck pain at some point in their lives, not to mention all the other connective tissue injuries in other areas of the body that occur? There is a growing market of people that can benefit from naprapathic medicine.

Some of the common connective tissue disorders that have been successfully treated by naprapathic medicine include:

• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Headaches
• Knee strains
• Lower back pain
• Neck pain
• Pain in the extremities
• Fibromyalgia
• Sciatica
• Shoulder pain
• Tennis elbow

Accreditation

The National College of Naprapathic Medicine is chartered by the State of Illinois and recognized by the Illinois Board of Higher Education to grant a Doctor of Naprapathy (D.N.) degree. Graduates of the College are eligible to take the Naprapathic Medicine examination for licensure in the States of Illinois and New Mexico.

Financial Assistance

The National College of Naprapathic Medicine is pleased to announce the Private Student Loan Program (PSLP). This in-house loan program can help finance your education for less than any other lender – including federally-backed loan programs. In addition, veterans of the U.S. Armed Services are eligible for benefits under both the Post 911 and Montgomery G.I. Bills.

Program Details

Semester Start Dates:

• Winter Semester - January 4, 2010
• Spring Semester - March 29, 2010
• Summer Semester - July 6, 2010
• Fall Semester - September 27, 2010

Applicants must have a minimum of 60 hours of college coursework (associate's degree or the equivalent) to apply. Students have the option of following any of the three programs outlined below:

• Accelerated Program - Three calendar years. Two academic years of 5 classes per term plus a one-year internship.
• Full-Time Program - Four calendar years. Three academic years of 3-4 classes per term plus a one-year internship.
• Student-at-Large - For those interested in exploring the field of Naprapathic Medicine at their own pace, or who are not ready to commit to a formal Doctor of Naprapathy program.

Have It the Way You Want It

Most graduates want to be their own bosses, so they start their own practice or a group practice with other naprapaths. There are also holistic practices that include a number of disciplines in the practice such as chiropractors, massage therapists, naprapaths and physical therapists. Some naprapaths have M.D.s employed while others are employed by M.D.s. In addition, there are naprapathic practices that employ other naprapaths.

This is a great time to become a doctor of naprapathic medicine. The market for manual medicine and nutritional counseling is growing at a very rapid rate. Please contact the National College of Naprapathic Medicine for more information.

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