Category: chiropractic
-
what is a chiropractor?

What does a chiropractor do? How can they help with my overall health and wellness? And why are they commonly perceived as just “back doctors?” The word “chiropractic” comes from the Greek words “Chiro-” meaning hand and “-practic” from the word “pracktikos” meaning practice. Therefore, by definition, chiropractors use their hands in their practice to…
-
Chiropractic History: The Basics

What is a chiropractor? Don’t they just “crack” backs? Do they give massages? Why does it require 3 and 1/2 years of school? Why do chiropractic students need to learn about nutrition, mental health, reproductive health, etc.? These are just some of the MANY misconceptions and questions people have on our profession from the outside…
