Archive for May 2016
Key Facts About the Chiropractic Profession
Key Facts About the Chiropractic Profession There are 77,000 Doctors of Chiropractic (DCs) in the United States who are required to pass a series of four national board exams1 and be state licensed.2 Roughly another 3,000 DCs work in academic and management roles. There are approximately 10,000 chiropractic students3 in 18 nationally accredited, chiropractic…
Read MoreWhat to Expect on Your First Visit
What to Expect on Your First Visit Many new patients are not sure what to expect during their first appointment with a Doctor of Chiropractic (DC). Chiropractors start by taking a patient’s history and then performing a physical examination to develop a working diagnosis. Imaging or lab tests (such as MRI, CT scan or X-ray) may…
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Why Choose Chiropractic?
Why Choose Chiropractic After A Car Accident? It is estimated that doctors of chiropractic (DCs) treat more than 30 million Americans (adults and children) annually. Chiropractic is a health care profession that focuses on disorders of the musculoskeletal system and the nervous system, and the effects of these disorders on general health. Chiropractic care is…
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Frequently Asked Questions About Chiropractic
Frequently Asked Questions About Chiropractic The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) receives many questions about chiropractic. Below are answers to the most commonly asked questions. What conditions do chiropractors treat? How do I select a doctor of chiropractic? Does chiropractic treatment require a referral from an MD? Is chiropractic treatment safe? Is chiropractic treatment appropriate for…
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