What is Chiropractic Care?

Chiropractic is a natural method of healthcare that treats the causes of physical problems rather than just the symptoms.

Chiropractic is based on a simple but powerful premise: With a healthy lifestyle and normally functioning spinal joints and nerves, your body is better able to heal itself. That’s because the spinal cord, which is protected by the spine, is the main pathway of your nervous system. It controls movement, feeling, and function throughout your body.

Your chiropractor has at least 6 years of professional training in the sciences and healthcare, leading to a Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) degree. He or she works to restore your health and guides you in a personalized approach to overall wellness.

Chiropractic Education

        Comparison of Hours of Basic Sciences Education in Medical and Chiropractic Schools


       Comparisons of the Overall Curriculum Structure for Chiropractic and Medical Schools

 

First Alternative Chiropractic©

        January 17, 2008