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The Chiropractic Orthopedists are
Doctors of Chiropractic who are licensed to
practice in all 50 states, Canada and many other
countries in the world. The Doctor of Chiropractic
has specialized training in corrective adjustment
of the spine and other joints of the body and the
examination and treatment of its soft tissue
structures. The Doctor of Chiropractic uses
essentially natural methods in the care of the
body.
The Chiropractic
Orthopedist has extensive advanced clinical
training in this specialty spanning several years
beyond the four year course leading to the degree
of Doctor of Chiropractic.
The Chiropractic Orthopedist must
pass comprehensive examinations and, when carried
to the highest academic level, is certified by our
national certification board as a Diplomate of The
American Board of Chiropractic Orthopedists.
The Chiropractic
Orthopedist has specialized training in examining,
diagnosing, and treating conditions affecting
bones, joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments,
cartilage, and their related nerve structures.
The Chiropractic Orthopedist
utilizes all the diagnostic tools such as x-ray
and laboratory procedures to reach a definitive
diagnosis.
The Chiropractic Orthopedist
utilizes the specific use of physical therapy,
nutrition, joint supports, corrective devices,
exercises and home therapy regimens for patient
care.
If needed, the Chiropractic
Orthopedist refers patients to specialists in
allied health care fields, including surgery.
The Chiropractic Orthopedist has
chosen to limit practice to the
neuro-musculo-skeletal structures and remains
abreast of the latest research and developments in
this field through continuing education.
The Chiropractic
Orthopedist is used by the general practitioner
for consultation, by the legal and insurance
professions for evaluation and treatment of
patients, and the courts for the giving of expert
testimony. Patients who suffer from conditions
which have not responded to favorably to previous
treatment may seek a doctor with specialized
training in conservative methods. That doctor is
the Chiropractic Orthopedist.
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