Thru The Chapters
Thru The Chapters is a one year Journey thru the text, Gonstead Chiropractic Science and Art by Roger Herbst. This text is the basic primer for anyone intent on learning the foundational concepts of Gonstead Chiropractic. This is a 52 week program designed to teach you fundamental concepts supported by Science, informed by Philosophy, and applied as Art. The 52 week format makes it so you can jump in anywhere and complete the journey from wherever you begin.
Episodes

4 days ago
4 days ago
42 min
In today's episode, we will begin Chapter 8 and our discussion of the Thoracic spine. This will include a discussion about the unique aspects of the Thoracic spine and how it differs from both the Lumbar and Cervical spine.

6 days ago
6 days ago
27 min
In today's episode, we will be looking at the compound Ilium misalignments. This includes the expected radiographic findings based on projection distortion. It also includes an understanding of the underlying biomechanics that drives compensation in these instances.

Aug 20, 2026
Aug 20, 2026
18 min
In this episode, we will discuss the Ilium's movement around the Y-axis. This is known as an IN or EX Ilium misalignment. This movement can be quite destructive to the joints of the low back and hip. Today, we will analyze how we can determine to what extent this issue may be affecting our patient.

Aug 1, 2026
Aug 1, 2026
44 min
In today's episode, we will finish up the last few side posture adjustments and then turn our attention to lumbar corrections on the knee chest table.

Jul 31, 2026
Jul 31, 2026
29 min
In today's episode, we will discuss the PI Ilium misalignment as it appears on the film. We will also take a second look at some of the concepts from last week that apply to both misalignments. It is important to remember that we are discussing misalignments and not subluxations (at this point).

Jul 24, 2026
Jul 24, 2026
40 min
In today's episode, we will begin by discussing AP radiography of the Lumbar spine and conclude by discussing the exact procedure for correcting certain listings in the lumbar spine.

Jul 23, 2026
Jul 23, 2026
36 min
In today's episode, we will discuss the AS Ilium misalignment. This includes the predictable changes in pelvic imaging that accompany this misalignment as well as the relationship between the sacrum and the ilium.

Jul 14, 2026
Jul 14, 2026
32 min
In today's episode, we will go through the introduction of the book. This section sets the foundation and the basis for understanding everything that will come after it. This includes an understanding of the foundation principle, the disc basis of subluxation, and the basics of taking a proper x-ray.

Jul 10, 2026
Jul 10, 2026
32 min
In today's episode, we will be discussing the evaluation of the lumbar spine along with some common conditions that affect this area. We will also discuss some important adjusting considerations for a few different conditions to ensure maximum patient comfort and efficacy.

Jul 6, 2026
Jul 6, 2026
27 min
In today's episode, we will be going through the Preface of the book. This means that we will be setting a strict foundation for understanding what we are learning and how it should be applied.





