A Chiropractor's Education

Doctors of chiropractic (also referred to as chiropractors) practice a hands-on, drug-free approach to care that includes examination, diagnosis and treatment. To be seen by a chiropractor, no referral is needed. A chiropractor should be your first choice for back pain.

Your chiropractor has proven to master the science of:

• Anatomy
• Physiology
• Pathology
• Neurology
• Biomechanics
• X-ray techniques
• Spinal adjusting methods

Many colleges also offer the option to continue education by obtaining postdoctoral training in a given area, including orthopedics, neurology and radiology. To maintain licensure in most states, practitioners must complete a required number of continuing education hours annually, comparable to other health providers.

Specialization
A certified chiropractic sports practitioner (CCSP) focuses on sports injuries. Many programs offer a comprehensive curriculum of rigorous classroom and clinical experience. The American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians also accredits many programs.

Why Choose ChiroCare Providers?
ChiroCare’s network is made up of a group of chiropractors throughout Minnesota and the upper-Midwest. To ensure that high standards of service are met, ChiroCare providers continuously go through practice evaluations. You can choose from approximately 1,500 contracted, credentialed chiropractic professionals in ChiroCare’s network who are committed to high-quality, exceptional service, and cost-effective care.

Chiropractic Overview
Chiropractic is a health care profession based primarily upon the interactions of the spine and nervous system, as well as the effects of musculoskeletal disorders on general health. Because all nerves exit as pairs at each of the levels of the spine, chiropractic has an incredible impact on performance and vitality. Doctors of chiropractic are trained to give your body the attention and care it needs.

American Chiropractic Association, 2011. www.acatoday.org/