Chiropractic Acupuncture Board Exam Review

COURSE 301: NBCE BOARD REVIEW

Chiropractic Acupuncture Board Exam Review

Comprehensive Review | Expert-Led Instruction | Exam-Ready Strategies

A Comprehensive Review for the NBCE Acupuncture Board Exam

Preparing for the National Board of Chiropractic Examiner’s (NBCE) Acupuncture Board Exam can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone. Our NBCE Acupuncture Board Exam Review Course is designed to give you the knowledge, strategies, and confidence needed to pass the exam and earn your credentials. Led by experienced instructors, this focused and comprehensive review covers all key topics, exam structure, and essential test-taking strategies to help you succeed on exam day.

Solidify Your Knowledge and Skills with an In-Depth Review of Key Chiropractic Acupuncture Concepts

Mastering chiropractic acupuncture is more than just passing an exam—it’s about building a foundation for clinical excellence and patient success. Our NBCE Acupuncture Board Exam Review goes beyond rote memorization, providing a deep understanding of key acupuncture concepts, treatment protocols, and diagnostic strategies that you’ll use throughout your career.

MEET YOUR INSTRUCTORS

With over two decades of experience in TCM, our expert instructors have trained thousands of healthcare professionals worldwide.

Dr. Kris

Tohtz

Kris Tohtz, DC, DABCA, MsAc, LAc, CACCP, Cert MDT

Dr. Kris Tohtz graduated magna cum laude from the National University of Health Sciences in April 2001. While attending chiropractic school, she also began working toward a Diplomate in Acupuncture and in August 2009 received her Diplomate in Acupuncture from the American Chiropractic Association’s. After attending two supervised medical internships in Beijing and Hangzhou, China, she found advanced studies to be warranted and obtained her Master of Science in Acupuncture (MsAc) through the National University of Health Sciences graduating summa cum laude in August 2014. Dr Tohtz is a trained post-partum doula as well as completed an advanced certification in Pregnancy and Pediatric care through the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association, and she is presently helping the ACA Pediatrics Council as their Diplomate Educational Co-Coordinator for which she won Pediatric Chiropractor of the Year 2023. She also successfully completed training to become a practitioner in the McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy and holds a specialty teaching certificate from Association of College and University Educators (ACUE). She teaches continuing education to healthcare practitioners of all types on the topics of acupuncture, dry needling, pregnancy, nutrition, and pediatric care. She has also earned a certification through the prestigious Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM). She has served the ACA Acupuncture Council in all positions for over 10 years and served on the Illinois Department of Professional Regulations Acupuncture Board for 6 years.

Dr. Tohtz has been a clinician for over 23 years and is the owner and lead clinician at Serenity Family Wellness, a managing partner at Fusion Care, LLC, the Educational Co-Coordinator for the ACA Pediatric Council’s Diplomate Program and is a Chiropractic Physician and practicing Chiropractic Physician and acupuncturist though the Veteran Administration at Post St. Lucie, Florida. In her free time, she loves hiking, gardening, cooking and spending time with her husband and dog.

Dr. Gary

Estadt

Gary Estadt, DC, DACBA, DACRB

Dr. Gary Estadt has been a practicing chiropractor for over 42 years. He is Board Certified in both Chiropractic Rehabilitation and Chiropractic Acupuncture. After retiring from private practice, he was hired to initiate the Chiropractic Acupuncture program at the Cleveland VA Medical Center. He is currently the President of Estadt Healthcare Consulting, LLC and a managing partner in Fusion Care LLC. In his professional capacity, he has served as President of the Council on Chiropractic Acupuncture for the ACA, President of the American Board of Chiropractic Acupuncture, and President of the Ohio State Chiropractic Association. He helped develop the Dry Needling Codes that were accepted by the AMA CPT Coding Committee in 2018. Dr. Estadt currently does extensive lecturing on acupuncture, neuromuscular trigger point dry needling, and manual therapy & rehab. His lectures, both in the chiropractic and medical communities, offer a unique and innovative approach to the treatment of NMS conditions. In his spare time, Dr. Estadt is a musician, avid golfer and skier.

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Here's What You'll Learn

Comprehensive instruction to help you master key concepts for NBCE Board Exam Prep and beyond. This is your roadmap to Acupuncture Mastery – from theory to clinical application

Foundations of Acupuncture

Define key acupuncture concepts, including Yin-Yang theory, Five Elements, and Zang-Fu organ relationships.

Meridians, Vessels, and Organ Functions

List the twelve primary meridians, eight extraordinary vessels, and their associated organs and functions.

Principles of Qi Flow and Pathogenic Factors

Explain the movement of Qi, meridian pathways, and the role of pathogenic factors in disease.

Key Acupuncture Points and Their Functions

Identify key acupuncture points and their traditional clinical applications.

Acupuncture Techniques and Modalities

Compare various acupuncture techniques, including needling, auricular acupuncture, moxibustion, and cupping.

Diagnosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)

Use history taking, pulse diagnosis, and tongue diagnosis to formulate an acupuncture treatment plan.

Excess vs. Deficiency in TCM Diagnosis

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Needling Mechanisms and Therapeutic Effects

Describe the physiological effects of acupuncture needling and how different points influence the body.

Acupuncture for Musculoskeletal and Neurological Conditions

Apply appropriate acupuncture points and techniques for treating pain and neurological disorders.

Treatment Safety and Contraindications

Highlight indications, contraindications, and precautions for acupuncture, including needling, moxibustion, and cupping.

Clean Needle Technique and Infection Control

Define the importance of Clean Needle Technique to ensure patient safety and prevent infections.

Integrative Acupuncture Practice

Explore how acupuncture can be integrated into modern healthcare settings for patient-centered care.