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So, you've heard of Chiropractic, but don't know exactly what it is. There are many different interpretations of this healing art. The term originates from the Greek terms chiros and praktikos, meaning "done by hand." Below are several references for you to check out on the actual definitions of Chiropractic care. It is important for you to understand that each Doctor of Chiropractic performs the healing art differently, so for you to really understand what this form of care is all about, you should visit a Chiropractor in your area.

For an extensive article defining Chiropractic, please visit one of our favorite sites for unbiased information - Wikipedia - Definition of Chiropractic

Here are a few more definitions, if you are looking for a short answer:

"Chiropractic returns the body to balance through adjustments of the spine and joints, normalizing joint motion, reducing nerve interference, relieving stress and restoring normal body function. Whenever there is a system containing many movable parts, a complex balance is necessary between those parts. Chiropractors influence the body's nervous system and natural defense mechanisms in order to alleviate pain and improve general health. Because of its effectiveness in treating back problems, headaches and other injuries and traumas, chiropractic has become the second largest primary care field in the world."
www.tlccenter.com/glossary.ivnu

"First developed in 1895, today chiropractic is the largest drugless healing profession. Chiropractic is based on the scientific fact that the nerve system controls the function of every cell, tissue, organ and system in your body. The nerve system consists of the brain, spinal cord and millions of nerves. The brain is protected by the skull, and the spinal cord is protected by the 24 movable bones of the spine. Many everyday activities can cause these spinal bones to lose their normal position. 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."
www.stopsids.org/glossary.html

"Chiropractic - the system that in theory uses the recuperative powers of the body and the relationship between the musculoskeletal structures and functions of the body, particularly of the spinal column and the nervous system, in the restoration and maintenance of health."
http://www.meritassessments.com/merit_resources/
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What is Chiropractic? - Directory of Chiropractors - Chiropractic Techniques

Congratulations on taking the first step to learn more about Chiropractic Health Care. More and more people are seeking care from a Chiropractor each year, but the many people still don't really understand what Chiropractic really is. Rumors, stories, and headlines make it hard to figure out, but ChiroHub would like to provide you with information, so that you can make your own informed decision.

For example - Did you know that Chiropractor's have a 4-year, post-graduate, doctorate degree (Doctor of Chiropractic - D.C.)? In fact, the education is very similar to that of a Medical Doctor, but with less emphasis on medication and surgery and more emphasis on the body's functional integrity. You can view one website's comparison of a Chiropractic curriculum vs. that of a Medicine. Really, the two can't be compared side by side. They are different fields with different areas of specialty. ChiroHub takes the stance that Medical Health Care is a vital part of our Health Care System, but that certain allopathic approaches can be avoided with the conservative care that Chiropractic offers. We would like to see all health care practitioners work in a united environment of harmony and gratitude, so that patients will benefit from our combined efforts.

What is Chiropractic?

For a better understanding of what Chiropractic is, we suggest you read the following statements made by the Association of Chiropractic Colleges . These statements are the result of Presidents from many colleges getting together to try and come to a consensus about what Chiropractic is.

"Chiropractic is a health care discipline which emphasizes the inherent recuperative power of the body to heal itself without the use of drugs or surgery.

The practice of chiropractic focuses on the relationship between structure (primarily the spine) and function (as coordinated by the nervous system) and how that relationship affects the preservation and restoration of health. In addition, Doctors of Chiropractic recognize the value and responsibility of working in cooperation with other health care practitioners when in the best interest of the patient.

The Association of Chiropractic Colleges continues to foster a unique, distinct chiropractic profession that serves as a health care discipline for all. The ACC advocates a profession that generates, develops, and utilizes the highest level of evidence possible in the provision of effective, prudent, and cost-conscious patient evaluation and care.

PURPOSE - The purpose of chiropractic is to optimize health.

PRINCIPLE - The body's innate recuperative power is affected by and integrated through the nervous system.

PRACTICE - The practice of chiropractic includes: establishing a diagnosis,facilitating neurological and biomechanical integrity through appropriate chiropractic case management; and promoting health.

FOUNDATION -The foundation of chiropractic includes philosophy, science, art, knowledge, and clinical experience.

IMPACTS -The chiropractic paradigm directly influences the following:

-education;

     -research;
     -health care policy and leadership;
     -relationships with other health care providers;
     -professional stature;
     -public awareness and perceptions; and
     -patient health through quality care."

Chiropractic Directory

Really, the best way to find out what Chiropractic is, would be to go visit a Chiropractor in your area. ChiroHub has a database of doctors in our Chiro Directory to help you do research before you go. You will see there are areas for ratings and reviews of all the Chiropractors, so if you have been to anyone listed in our database, please help others make a good decision by sharing your experience.

Research Chiropractic Techniques

Have you heard about a Chiropractic Technique that a doctor in your area uses, but you want to do your research first? We can help! We offer a huge list with ratings and reviews of the various technique systems practiced by Chiropractors everyhwere, so now you can hear what others are saying.