Introduction To Chiropractic

Question 1

What is the definition of chiropractic?

Answer 1

A health profession concerned with the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system, and the effects of these disorders on the function of the nervous system and general health. There is an emphasis on manual treatments including spinal adjustment and other soft-tissue manipulation - WFC

Question 2

What is chiropractic divided into? Explain what these divisions are.

Answer 2

Vitalist and non-vitalist
Vitalist model believes that the is an innate intelligence flowing through the nervous system and spinal subluxations can stop the life force and cause disease.
Non-vitalist model is more scientific and uses research to justify treatments

Question 3

What is the scope of practice of chiropractic?

Answer 3

Chiros are seen as both diagnosticians and therapists, healthcare professionals whose primary focus is the management of musculoskeletal conditions, such as BP, whiplash etc without the use of drugs

Question 4

Who is a chiropractor?

Answer 4

Since 2001 the title ‘chiropractor’ has been protected under law in the UK and it is illegal for anyone to call themselves a chiro if they’re not. You need to be registered with the GCC to become a chiropractor

Question 5

What is evidence based practice?

Answer 5

Evidence based practise is the use of scientific research to use as the basis and best form of practise