Clinical Management of Exertional Rhabdomyolysis for the Chiropractic Physician

Recorded On: 01/27/2024

This presentation will explore research, causes, case studies and treatment related to rhabdomyolysis, a common and potentially fatal condition encountered by athletic trainers, coaches, primary care physicians and sports medicine physicians.

Upon completion of this presentation, learners should be able to:

Define exertional rhabdomyolysis (ER).
Explain the clinical presentation of exertional rhabdomyolysis.
Identify key laboratory testing components associated with the diagnosis of exertional rhabdomyolysis.
Apply the knowledge learned to provide treatment and management of patients with exertional rhabdomyolysis.

1 CE Credit in PACE accepted states

PACE ID: 01272410

James F. Geisleman, Jr. DC, MS, DACBN, CCSP

James F. Geiselman, Jr. DC, MS, DACBN, CCSP, ICSC, CNC, CES, NREMT, is an associate professor of Allied Health at Graceland University (GU) in Lamoni, Iowa. He is also the co-owner of the Iowa Performance Institute, where he works as a chiropractic physician focusing on functional health and nutrition. He began his career in health care as a paramedic before continuing his education and earning his Doctor of Chiropractic degree in 2015. He also graduated summa cum laude with his Master of Science in Nutrition and Human Performance degree in 2017. 

At Graceland University, Dr. Geiselman teaches courses within the Division of Health and Movement Science, particularly within the Allied Health major. He helps to prepare students interested in pursuing careers in physical therapy, chiropractic, athletic training, teaching, coaching, strength and conditioning, and more.

Dr. Geiselman has postgraduate training and certifications in nutrition and sports medicine and enjoys volunteering his time with student athletes at Graceland. He’s earned his Diplomate from the American Clinical Board of Nutrition (DACBN), is a Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician (CCSP), and holds his International Certificate in Sports Chiropractic (ICSC). 

He serves on numerous university committees and national organizations. He is the GU faculty athletic representative to the NAIA Heart of America Athletic Conference, Heart Awards Committee, Graceland University Men’s Wrestling Faculty Mentor, secretary/treasurer for the American Chiropractic Association Council on Nutrition, associate editor for the journal Nutritional Foundations, and the co-host of the “Nutrition on a Mission” podcast.