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Chiropractic
Chiropractic is a branch of alternative therapy which focuses on the body's structure and function, with particular attention to the spinal column. Chiropractic, an ancient healing therapy practiced for thousands of years, uses spinal manipulation (or spinal adjustment) as their core clinical procedure. Chiropractic is primarily concerned with musculoskeletal conditions including problems with the bones, joints, cartilage, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and connective tissues.
According to government statistics from 1997, Americans made approximately 190 million visits to a chiropractic professional, called a chiropractor or chiropractic physician. At least 40 percent of those who use chiropractic suffer from back or neck pain. Headaches, sports injuries, repetitive stress injuries, arthritis, and other chronic conditions are commonly treated using chiropractic. By 2002, half of all HMO insurance plans, three-quarters of PPO providers, and all state workers comp programs covered chiropractic care.
The chiropractic field of alternative medicine believes that the body has a tremendous ability to heal itself. It also believes that the body's structure and function are closely related and profoundly affect health. By normalizing the relationship between the body's structure and function, chiropractic professionals assist the body as it heals.
During chiropractic care, a physician will begin by taking a patient's complete medical history and perform a physical exam. The spine is emphasized during this examination and x-rays may be taken to get a complete picture of health. If the chiropractic physician thinks you are a good candidate for treatment, s/he will develop an individualized plan of care. Chiropractic adjustments involve the use of controlled and sudden force to increase the range and quality of motion in a joint. Other chiropractic treatments may involve massage, mobilization, rehabilitative exercise, magnetic therapy, dietary supplements, and more.
Chiropractic professionals must comply with state-specified training and certification. At least three years of college are required to enter a chiropractic school. Chiropractic school involves four years of academic training including in-class and hands-on instruction. To practice chiropractic, one must graduate from one of these schools and pass the state license board exam. Many schools offer additional programs with specializations and clinical residency programs. Most states require that physicians continue their education in order to continue practicing. Chiropractors are not qualified to perform surgery or prescribe medications.
The risk of side effects from chiropractic therapy is very low, though the risk increases when neck (cervical) adjustments are used. Chiropractic professionals can differ in their use of techniques. Medical evidence about the effectiveness of chiropractic therapy is inconclusive. Millions of Americans have turned to chiropractic alternative therapy as a way to treat their conditions without the use of drugs and invasive medical procedures, often with the same or better results.
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