Welcome to the "Complete" Thompson Technique, Minardi Integrated Systems. 

Dr. John Minardi has revolutionized this classic technique by creating an intensive, scientific and practical three weekend certification course like no one else has ever done. We have added the word "Complete", because our goal is not to simply teach the classic Thompson Technique. In contrast, our goal is to expand all drop piece work by creating Minardi Integrated Systems.

Over fifty years ago, the original Thompson Technique was first unveiled by Dr. J. Clay Thompson. This three part series will encompass all elements of the original technique and expand the teaching where Clay could not, due to the science limitations of his era. Since 1998, Dr. Minardi has researched and discovered the biomechanical and neurological rationale of each analysis and adjustment taught, in order to understand  not only "how" to perform the technique, but to also understand "why" the analysis and adjustments are performed. This research also uncovered several gaps in information that the original technique did not cover. 

To remedy this, several new aspects have been incorporated by Dr. Minardi, filling in any gaps that may have existed in the classic technique. These include new protocols, new subluxation patterns and new adjustments to improve drop piece work overall. This innovative Minardi Integrated Systems-Thompson Technique Program explains each step in depth, using the latest research in the fields of biomechanics and neurology for greater understanding.

Our material is presented over three weekends in a workshop format. A unique interactive workbook is utilized. The first weekend (Module I) covers the full spine analysis and adjustments used in the classic Thompson Technique, several modified adjustments and the addtional Neurology, Biomechanics and Research that has been incorporated by Dr. Minardi. This ensures that the doctor not only understands how to perform the classic protocol, but also understands the reasons why, based in science. These were added to advance the overall body of work, and to increase the scientific certainty of the practicing doctor.

Module II focuses on advanced problems and adjustments of the spine that should be utilized when the Module 1 protocols have been exhausted. A few of these procedures were created by Dr. Thompson, but the majority were incorporated by Dr. Minardi or the instructors that Dr. Minardi studied with. These procedures have been added to the original work with the intension of filling in any gaps that may have existed in the classic technique, and to advance overall drop piece work. 

Module III focuses on Dr. Minardi's work and study in the fields of pregnancy, pediatrics and extremities. Emphasis is placed on differences in protocols and adjustments throughtout pregnancy and childhood. Extremity protocols and adjustments are covered with specific emphaisis on how they tie in with original spinal problems discussed in Module 1 and 2.  These fields were added to further advance and complete the overall body of drop piece work. There is an optional written and practical exam held on the Sunday of the Module III weekend.

The Seminar Series prides itself with intensive hands-on participation, ensuring the doctor will be able to confidently use the material in an office setting immediately. Those familiar with Classic Thompson will learn more than they ever thought possible. Those new to the technique will be taken from step one and accelerated at a comfortable pace to learn all material presented in Minardi Integrated Systems.

Please visit www.thompsonchiropractictechnique.com for more details