Occlusion
Clinical Exam
Joint and muscles
with Frank Spear – $139
This DVD focuses on joint and muscle examination and how to identify patients that would be “high risk” for successful treatment. Dr. Spear demonstrates how to perform a five- to ten-minute clinical exam, and what to look and listen for throughout the procedure.
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