The Pain Neuromatrix: Implications for the Chiropractic Profession

Recorded On: 01/26/2024

The Pain Neuromatrix was first introduced by Ronald Melzack in the late 1960’s. Since then, there has been a plethora of research on the brain’s involvement in chronic pain. This presentation explores the pain neuromatrix from a chiropractic point and why chiropractors should be aware of its existence.

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

Explain what the pain neuromatrix is.
Discuss how the pain neuromatrix influences chronic pain.
Describe how chiropractic treatment can positively influence the pain neuromatrix.

1 CE Credit

PACE ID: 0126244

Adam Klotzek, DC, DACNB, FACFN, FICC

Dr. Klotzek is a graduate of Logan University and holds a diplomate in Chiropractic Neurology granted by the American Board of Chiropractic Neurology. He also holds fellowship status granted by the American College of Functional Neurology in functional neurology, vestibular rehabilitation, and brain injury and rehabilitation.

He is an accomplished clinician with over 25 years of private practice experience and an accomplished worldwide lecturer, giving hundreds of lectures on various topics in neurology. With his background, Dr. Klotzek has become an accomplished educational program developer and has written numerous educational programs, including a 300-hour postdoctoral program in neurology and numerous other programs, including topics on pain management, whiplash management, brain-based adjusting, and vestibular rehabilitation.

Outside work, he likes to play guitar, enjoy jazz music, have in-depth conversations with friends, travel, and spend time with his family and two nephews.