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Chiropractic

Chiropractic is a type of complementary and alternative medicine and its methods involve using targeted manual manipulation to treat functional disorders of the locomotor apparatus and spine. This restores mobility in the joints.

What diseases are treated by chiropractors?

Chiropractors specialize in treating pain, including back, neck, head and sciatic pain. They also treat damage to intervertebral discs, slipped (herniated) discs, lumbago and chronic pain.

What methods do chiropractors use to treat their patients?

Chiropractors refer to the results of imaging methods (X-ray or MRI). Treatment is carried out with the hands, through mechanical impulses / manipulation.

What kind of education do chiropractors have to complete?

Chiropractors study at university, whereby the first year of studies must be in medicine. The efficacy and scientific basis of the method are disputed.