The Truth about Chiropractors
Throughout the years many ugly labels and misunderstood facts have circled around about chiropractors. There are still many people who doubt their abilities and who have no real understanding of the type of medicine they practice or the depths of the training and education they receive. The biggest difference between a Doctor of Chiropractor and an MD is that a Chiropractor does not administer or prescribe pharmaceutical drugs.
It's unfortunate that the majority of people believe this is all there is to health care. There truth is there is more to health care than drugs and surgery! A great deal more!
Sad to say, but even some chiropractic patients haven't a real clear understanding of what chiropractic is. And for those who have never been to a chiropractor, most are totally misinformed as to the make up of the profession. The fact is chiropractic is the largest drug-free form of health care and the third largest form of any health care in North America.
What Does Chiropractic Mean?
The word chiropractic takes its roots from the Greek words cheir, meaning hand and praxis, meaning done by hand. Essentially chiropractic medicine is an alternative or holistic approach to wellness. A chiropractor uses precise tools to diagnose, classify and treat all forms of medical problems.
The relationship between the spinal column and the normal functioning of the body is an overwhelming source of knowledge. At its core beliefs, chiropractors believe that any illness is a result of a subluxation in the spine which alters the course of normal nerve function. They use adjustments or alignments that are performed by hand to realign the spine and clear up blockages.
Comparable to an MD?
Contrary to what many people believe a chiropractor endures rigorous and in depth training that compares to that of a medical doctor. A chiropractor must complete three years of pre-chiropractic schooling before they can begin their 4 year study of chiropractic care. The general student in chiropractic classes spends equal amounts studying human physiology as does a medical doctor. The total accumulation of hours necessary to complete a chiropractic degree is 4200 hours. These hours are a combination of classroom, laboratory and clinical experience.
The difference between the education of an MD and that of a chiropractor lies in the fact that an MD trains in pharmacology and surgical procedures and chiropractor trains in the care of the spine.
Worth the Cost?
Many people assume that visiting a chiropractor is not within their budgets. The truth is that often times by seeking chiropractic care for health issues matters are resolved subsequently saving money on prescriptions and time away from work. It is also less expensive in the long run to seek the care of a chiropractor than to resort to costly and invasive surgical procedures. Chiropractic care is proven to slow down the aging process and results in a much higher level of well being and health.
Most people who regularly visit a chiropractor feel that it is a necessary part of their whole body wellness comparable to good nutrition and exercise. After a few adjustments it becomes obvious what a huge difference chiropractic care makes and people seem to agree that there is no way to go back to a life without it.
An independents physicians association polled chiropractic patients, when asked if the patients would recommend chiropractic care to friends and family an overwhelming 95.5% said definitely "yes."
A chiropractor is a whole health practitioner who is concerned not just about your symptoms, but your overall state of well being. What your doctor of chiropractic can offer, no other doctor can. Have no doubt that a chiropractor is well trained to assist you reach your own personal optimal health.
Throughout the years many ugly labels and misunderstood facts have circled around about chiropractors. There are still many people who doubt their abilities and who have no real understanding of the type of medicine they practice or the depths of the training and education they receive. The biggest difference between a Doctor of Chiropractor and an MD is that a Chiropractor does not administer or prescribe pharmaceutical drugs.
It's unfortunate that the majority of people believe this is all there is to health care. There truth is there is more to health care than drugs and surgery! A great deal more!
Sad to say, but even some chiropractic patients haven't a real clear understanding of what chiropractic is. And for those who have never been to a chiropractor, most are totally misinformed as to the make up of the profession. The fact is chiropractic is the largest drug-free form of health care and the third largest form of any health care in North America.
What Does Chiropractic Mean?
The word chiropractic takes its roots from the Greek words cheir, meaning hand and praxis, meaning done by hand. Essentially chiropractic medicine is an alternative or holistic approach to wellness. A chiropractor uses precise tools to diagnose, classify and treat all forms of medical problems.
The relationship between the spinal column and the normal functioning of the body is an overwhelming source of knowledge. At its core beliefs, chiropractors believe that any illness is a result of a subluxation in the spine which alters the course of normal nerve function. They use adjustments or alignments that are performed by hand to realign the spine and clear up blockages.
Comparable to an MD?
Contrary to what many people believe a chiropractor endures rigorous and in depth training that compares to that of a medical doctor. A chiropractor must complete three years of pre-chiropractic schooling before they can begin their 4 year study of chiropractic care. The general student in chiropractic classes spends equal amounts studying human physiology as does a medical doctor. The total accumulation of hours necessary to complete a chiropractic degree is 4200 hours. These hours are a combination of classroom, laboratory and clinical experience.
The difference between the education of an MD and that of a chiropractor lies in the fact that an MD trains in pharmacology and surgical procedures and chiropractor trains in the care of the spine.
Worth the Cost?
Many people assume that visiting a chiropractor is not within their budgets. The truth is that often times by seeking chiropractic care for health issues matters are resolved subsequently saving money on prescriptions and time away from work. It is also less expensive in the long run to seek the care of a chiropractor than to resort to costly and invasive surgical procedures. Chiropractic care is proven to slow down the aging process and results in a much higher level of well being and health.
Most people who regularly visit a chiropractor feel that it is a necessary part of their whole body wellness comparable to good nutrition and exercise. After a few adjustments it becomes obvious what a huge difference chiropractic care makes and people seem to agree that there is no way to go back to a life without it.
An independents physicians association polled chiropractic patients, when asked if the patients would recommend chiropractic care to friends and family an overwhelming 95.5% said definitely "yes."
A chiropractor is a whole health practitioner who is concerned not just about your symptoms, but your overall state of well being. What your doctor of chiropractic can offer, no other doctor can. Have no doubt that a chiropractor is well trained to assist you reach your own personal optimal health.
About the Author:
Dr. Robert D. Walcher D.C. is a graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic West located in San Jose, California. He is the proud founder and owner of Personalized Chiropractic located in Pacific Beach. Dr. Walcher makes sure his patients get extensive education about Chiropractic and learn exactly what is going on with their nervous system.
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