Call for Papers for the ICA’s Council on Upper Cervical Care’s 8th Annual Symposium
Originally published: 2025-01-15
Be a Part of Shaping the Future of Upper Cervical Chiropractic Care: Submit Your Abstract Today!
The International Chiropractors Association’s (ICA) Council on Upper Cervical Care invites you to join the conversation shaping the future of upper cervical chiropractic care at its 8th Annual Symposium, taking place June 20–21, 2025, at the stunning Le Méridien Salt Lake City Downtown in Salt Lake City, Utah.
This year’s theme, “Complex Cases,” focuses on advancing clinical excellence and collaborative research to improve patient outcomes in challenging scenarios.
Doctors of Chiropractic in private practice and faculty from chiropractic educational institutions are encouraged to submit abstracts for presentation. Accepted submissions will be featured in platform or poster presentations, offering you an invaluable opportunity to showcase your insights to an international audience of professionals and paraprofessionals.
Why Submit?
Gain recognition as a thought leader in upper cervical chiropractic care.
Share your research to inspire and enhance clinical practices worldwide.
Receive a 50% discount on registration as a research speaker.
Network with practitioners, educators, and experts committed to advancing the profession.
Abstract Topics May Include:
Research methodology and outcomes
Case studies and series in upper cervical care
Population studies related to upper cervical chiropractic
Basic science research with relevance to upper cervical procedures
Educational strategies for teaching upper cervical chiropractic
Submission Deadline: January 31, 2025
Selected platform presenters will have 20 minutes to share their findings through professional presentations. Poster presentations will be displayed throughout the conference, ensuring continuous exposure to your research.
How to Submit:
Email your abstract, bibliography, and CV to Dr. Gordon Elder at drelder@blairclinic.com. Please title your email “ICA Symposium Abstract/Poster Presentation Submittal.”
Why This Matters
The ICA’s Annual Symposium is a cornerstone event in advancing upper cervical chiropractic care, focusing on vertebral subluxation and its impact on patient health. Your participation is critical to building a robust foundation of evidence, fostering innovation, and driving the profession forward.
Don’t miss this opportunity to shape the future of upper cervical chiropractic care. Submit your abstract today!

