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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is Chiropractic?
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How is a chiropractic physician educated?
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How is a diagnosis made?
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What is diagnostic imaging?
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Is Chiropractic care safe? |
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What is Chiropractic?
Chiropractic is based on the scientific fact that your
nervous system controls the function of every cell, tissue, organ, and system of
your body. Your nervous system consists of your brain, spinal cord, and
millions of nerves. While your brain is protected by the skull, your spinal
cord is protected by the 24 moving bones of the spine.
Many everyday
activities can cause these spinal bones to lose their normal position or
motion. This can result in nervous system dysfunction and ultimately, ill
health.
The chiropractic approach to better health is to detect, reduce,
and help prevent nervous system dysfunction. |
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How is a chiropractic physician educated?
Today's Doctor of Chiropractic is
well educated. After completing the same undergraduate study that other types
of doctors get, chiropractic doctors receive still another four years of
postgraduate college education. Before practicing, they pass a rigorous
National Board Examination and meet stringent licensing requirements. To keep
up with the latest research, doctors attend seminars, scientific symposia, and
read professional journals. |
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How is a diagnosis made?
After taking a complete case history to review
important aspects of your health, a thorough examination will be
conducted.
You'll be asked to turn and bend, your posture will be checked,
your reflexes and muscle strength will be tested, and other orthopedic and
neurological tests may be performed. These tests are designed to show any areas
of your spine that may be causing problems. |
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What is diagnostic imaging?
Based on your examination findings, X-rays or
other types of diagnostic imaging may be necessary.
These images can help
reveal pathologies, document the history of your spinal health, and guide your
doctor in creating a care program based on your unique spinal condition.
Today's high-tech equipment and ultra-sensitive films help minimize your
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Is Chiropractic care safe?
Chiropractic adjustments are safer than aspirin,
muscle relaxers, and back surgery. Dozens of studies have documented the safety
and effectiveness of chiropractic adjustments. When compared with traditional
approaches, chiropractic care is remarkably safe. In fact, millions of
chiropractic adjustments are safely delivered to satisfied patients every day!
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