Chiropractor

Chiropractors care for patients with health problems of the nerves, bones, muscles, ligaments, and tendons. They use spinal adjustments and manipulation, and other techniques to manage the pain a patient has. To become a chiropractor one must earn a Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.) degree and a state license. Doctor of Chiropractic programs typically take 4 years to complete and require at least 3 years of undergraduate college education for admission. All states and the District of Columbia require chiropractors to be licensed. Although specific requirements vary by state, all jurisdictions require the completion of an accredited Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.) program. Some states require chiropractors to have a bachelor’s degree.

The Duties of a Chiropractor:
1. Assessing a patient’s medical condition by reviewing their medical history, listening to the patient’s concerns, and performing a physical examination.
2. Analyzing the patient’s posture, spine, and reflexes.
3. Conducting tests, including evaluating a patient’s posture and taking x rays.
4. Providing neuromusculoskeletal therapy, which involves adjusting a patient’s spinal column and other joints by hand.
5. Giving additional treatments, such as applying heat or cold to a patient’s injured areas.
6. Advising patients on health and lifestyle issues, such as exercise, nutrition, and sleep habits.
7. Referring patients to other healthcare professionals, if needed.

Some chiropractors use procedures such as massage therapy, rehabilitative exercise, and ultrasound in addition to spinal adjustments and manipulation. They also may apply supports, such as braces or shoe inserts, to treat patients and relieve pain. In addition to operating a general chiropractic practice, some chiropractors concentrate in specific areas such as sports, neurology, orthopedics, pediatrics, or nutrition. Chiropractors in private practice are responsible for marketing their businesses, hiring staff, and keeping records. 





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