Werking On Extremities

A specific approach to extremity care created by Dr. Mark Werking based on the work of Dr. Gonstead

Using the Gonstead method as a foundation, the late Dr. Werking developed his unique approach to treating extremity conditions that improves patient results with less pain and a faster recovery period. He developed an x-ray marking system that parallels what Dr. Gonstead did with the spine.

Level 1: Pro Hands-On Extremity Care Training and Certification

X-ray Analysis

    • Digital X-ray Protocols

    • X-ray Analysis and Listings

    • Care Plan Development

Lower Extremities

    • Ankle/Foot Palpation and Adjusting

    • Bunion Protocol

    • Knee Palpation and Adjusting

    • Case Management

Upper Extremities

    • Shoulder Palpation and Adjusting

    • Elbow Palpation and Adjusting

    • Wrist Palpation and Adjusting

    • TMJ/Nasal Palpation and Adjusting

    • Case Management

Level 2: Advanced Training on Extremity Conditions and Case Management

Common Conditions

  • Ankle/Foot

    • Bunion

    • Bunionette

    • Anterior Distal Tibia/High Ankle Sprain

    • Turf Toe/Hammer Toe

    The Knee

    • Patella dislocation

    • OsGood Schlatter

    • Bakers Cyst

    Shoulder Complex

    • Backpackers Palsy

    • Swimmers Shoulder

    • A/C Separation

    The Elbow

    • Tennis

    • Golfers

    • Cubital Tunnel Test

    • Radial Tunnel Test

    • Little Leaguers

    • Baseball Elbow

    • Javelin throwers elbow

    Wrist/Hand

    • Carpal Tunnel

Case Management

Rehab Protocols

Level 3: Pediatric Extremity Care

By Attending Our Seminar, You May Earn Up To 14 Approved Hours For Level 1 Training and Up to 8 Hours For Level 2 Training of the 300-hour Requirement To Take The GCSS Diplomate Test

Become an Extremity Pro;

Get Certified.

Dr. Bobby Fano, DC, is the lead instructor for the hands-on portion of the Werking on Extremities Certification program. Dr. Bobby Fano, DC, is a Gonstead Diplomate with the GCSS, holds a Master in Science from Life University Sports Science Institute with a focus on sports injury management, is a former GCSS board member, and was co-organizer of the re-birth of the Gonstead Extravaganza at Life University in 2008. Dr. Fano was certified by Dr. Werking in 2008 and, in 2009, completed the advanced extremity seminar with him at his clinic in Peoria, Illinois. With over 16 years of experience in treating extremity conditions, the Werking on Extremities way, serving over 10,000 patients with 150,000 Gonstead adjustments delivered, seeing 300-400 patients per week for over a decade. Dr. Fano over-delivers with his charisma, knowledge, and vast experience in patient care to help you better yourself and bring more value to your chiropractic skills.

Dr. Bobby Fano, DC, not only has a clinical gift that has led to patients traveling miles to seek his care, but he is also a skilled serial chiropractic entrepreneur. Dr. Bobby Fano, DC, is the Chief Creative Officer of Vertical Chiropractic®, which has multiple licensed locations in California and Florida. Under Dr. Fano’s portfolio of success, he has started six very profitable offices from scratch in five different states in the USA. His understanding of the chiropractic business has made him a sought-after authority in the business of Gonstead chiropractic. During his seminars, he can't help but teach you the business of extremity care.

Level 1 & Level 2 Instructor

Dr. Julie Quan has been practicing the Gonstead System of Chiropractic for 16 years in Las Vegas, Nevada. As a Las Vegas native, Dr. Quan graduated from UNLV with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and continued her doctorate studies at Cleveland Chiropractic College LA. In 2009, Dr. Quan received her Gonstead Extremity Certification under the teaching of the late Dr. Mark Werking and was very close to her mentor. She hosted annually the Werking On Extremities Seminar and Certification in her office and is excited to bring her vast knowledge and experience again to the west and beyond. 

Level 1 Instructor

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Purchase Dr. Werking’s Virtual Classroom and landmark textbook before attending the hands-on seminar