The chiropractic profession is one of the largest and to present, the most commonly known profession to complement and take part in the so called mainstream and ‘alternative medicine’. (Meeker, WC et al. 2002.) With a relatively new founding of chiropractic, the profession has since been divided into a range of theories towards effective treatments, structure and function. These contradicting theories, between followers of the original ideology, and those of the evolved theory, have caused a major schism within the profession, which have further negatively impacted society’s view of the chiropractic profession as a whole. (Meeker, WC et al. 2002.) The chiropractic profession has majorly been confronted with the difficult task of justifying …show more content…
treatments rooted in concepts of mysticism, to concepts based on conventional and evidence based medicine. (Haldemen et al. 2002). This confrontation has led to the disunity and distinct division between chiropractic practitioners into two groups; the ‘mixer’ and ‘straight’ chiropractors. Straight chiropractors’ beliefs are founded on the ‘one cure model’, which predominantly revolves around the subluxation theory, and ultimately the restoration of innate intelligence. (Donahue, J. 1986.). Further, the straight chiropractic theory lacks vital scientific evidence, advocating a philosophical based theory. (Rosenthal et al. 1981). This very factor has led to the distinct inner schism against the mixer chiropractors, who predominately rely and are open to conventional medicine, and the search evidential treatments, focusing on musculoskeletal, spinal ailments and integrated nerve impairment treatments. (Rosenthal et al. 1981; Donahue, J. 1992.). In 1895, founding chiropractic father, D.D Palmer adjusted a deaf janitor through back manipulation.
D.D Palmer believed in a body’s’ ‘innate intelligence’, and believed subluxation to be the ultimate cause of all diseases, promising to be overcome through spinal manipulation. (Lantz, 1995). This theory cured the deaf janitor, and marked the birth of the chiropractic profession. The cause that led to the great schism occurred when Dr. Carver and enrolled students in Palmers Collage debated the techniques being taught, searching for evidence based theory, and structure for manipulations, moving away from the previous spiritual and innate intelligence grounded theory. (Rosenthal et al. 1981). Carver opened a new collage, rejecting and evolving from D.D Palmers one cure model, and introduced the search for ‘clarification’ of the chiropractic overall structure and function through scientifically based evidence. (Rosenthal et al. …show more content…
1981). Acceptance of the chiropractic profession across its short history has been perceived as trivial from other mainstream health and medical care professions.
The lack of scientific evidence, subluxation and innate intelligence theory brought with the straight chiropractic, has led to the bold perception of the structure and function of the profession as being dangerous. (Edzard, 2008). The lack of unity within the profession itself, not only ruined the fiduciary duty, however also led to damaging notions and feelings towards it, affecting society’s trust in it. Thus chiropractic growth has been limited to a certain point. * The ongoing schism within the chiropractic profession has greatly impacted its perception to other health delivering systems as well as society. Unfortunately due to its originating history, the negative view of the straight chiropractic community has caused a major disadvantage on the real and whole meaning of evolved chiropractic today. Given this, time has greatly benefited this profession and through education and technology, chiropractic has greatly evolved to true science and will continue to do
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The more we use our brain, the “stronger” it becomes. “Scientists have found that the brain grows more when people learn something new and less when they practice things they already know” (Health & Science, n.d.). In this sense, Dr. Osteen opened up a new world for Dr. Gawande to over come his plateau and to observe his practice from another point of view apart from his usual routine surgeries. His feeling that there was nothing more to learn was merely because his practice involved the same routine and same techniques which didn’t allow for
drugs or surgery” (Chapman-Smith, 57) and the practice of chiropractic is the relationship between structure, function, and preservation/restoration of health (Chapman-Smith, 57). Dr. Ronald Gitelman is well-known for his contributions to the chiropractic profession. Dr. Gitelman was born in the 1930’s in Trenton, Ontario. While growing up, he partici...
Twenty four centuries ago, Hippocrates created the profession of medicine, for the first time in human history separating and refining the art of healing from primitive superstitions and religious rituals. His famous Oath forged medicine into what the Greeks called a technik, a craft requiring the entire person of the craftsman, an art that, according to Socrates in his dialogue Gorgias, involved virtue in the soul and spirit as well as the hands and brain. Yet Hippocrates made medicine more than a craft; he infused it with an intrinsic moral quality, creating a “union of medical skill and the integrity of the person [physician]” (Cameron, 2001).
“The doctor of the future will give no medication, but will interest his patients in the care of the human frame, diet and in the cause and prevention of disease” by Thomas A. Edison. Chiropractors use hands-on spinal manipulation and other alternative treatments on the spine which will enable the body to heal itself without surgery or medication. Chiropractic care began in 1895 when its founder, Daniel David Palmer, claimed any and all diseases could be healed by nothing more than just his hands. Dr. Palmer examined a janitor who was deaf for 17 years after the janitor felt his back was out of place, so Dr. Palmer gave an adjustment to what was felt to be a misplaced vertebra in the upper back. The janitor then observed that his hearing improved thanks to Dr. Palmer. Chiropractors use manipulation to restore mobility to joints restricted by tissue injury caused by sitting without proper back support. Chiropractic is primarily used as a pain relief alternative for muscles, joints, bones, and connective tissue, such as cartilage, ligaments, and tendons. About 22 million Americans visit chiropractors annually
With the healing arts increasing in popularity, individuals don’t understand the need for well-rounded therapist. Who are trained in the science of kinesiology, which includes the technique of massage to enable them to be proficient in their field. During the early 1900s, the practice of medical science became accepted in our society. Many of the Swedish massage was mingled in with those of medical doctors and medical practices.
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The word “chiropractor” has two word origins, the Greek words cheir and praxis; meanwhile, cheir means “hand” and praxis means “practice.” Also, most of the work that chiropractors do is done by hand (Pike para. 5). In 2002, going to a chiropractor was found to be the most commonly used program for therapy. Seventy-four percent, about 4 million, of people that had back pain went to a chiropractor to get treated. Among that 74 percent of people, 66 percent of them stated that they got “a great benefit” (Pike para. 9). Many chiropractors work full time but 1 out of 3 chiropractors work part time. Chiropractors work whenever their patients need them, even on w...
Chiropractors are professionals who correct health problems by performing spinal adjustments. Many people who are looking for an alternative to drugs and surgery opt to see a chiropractor. Chiropractors take a holistic approach. They believe that they can help the body heal itself by performing spinal adjustments.
I also surveyed to determine if there is a public desire for an Integrative Medicine practice model. I surveyed 35 people of all ages and genders, of which 21 admitted to experiencing negative side effects from taking various medications. Additionally, 19 were taking prescription medications for a chronic condition, of which 18 stated the symptoms returned after discontinuing their medicine, thus concluding the medicine simply masked the symptoms. Out of 35 people surveyed, only one had previously heard the term Integrative Medicine. However, after learning what Integrative Medicine is, all 35 stated they would prefer the Integrative Medicine approach over the Conventional Medicine approach to healthcare. My survey confirms a public desire and need for Integrative Medicine, and demonstrates the urgency to educate the public on the meaning and benefits of an Integrative Medicine practice model. With the public’s growing concern of being over-medicated by expensive, and sometimes violent Conventional medicine, the movement towards an Integrative Medicine practice model is quickly approaching. This movement will have an impact on my future job as a physical therapist, and physical therapists already in
There are many different uses of alternative medicine and that can be used in a variety of situations. Some people may be skeptical of alternative medicine since they are not aware of the facts and statistics. By homeopathy becoming more popular people will not be as skeptical. “Despite the successes of many alternative therapies, the phrase "alternative medicine" has not acquired a completely respectable air. To many, especially doctors trained in conventional medicine, "alternative therapies" seem unscientific and dangerous” (Badertscher). As the author shows that although alternative medicine may seem skeptical to people, there are many reasons to prove that alternative medicine is an overall better solution. Badertscher also explains the many benefits to his view of alternative medicine of seeking to work with the body 's own natural healing processes” (Badertscher). For example, a person may suffer from chronic back pain may decide to go to a chiropractor instead of using medication such as oxycodone. In this Badertscher shows the benefit that using the body’s natural healing does and that it puts the person in control of their
Besides their other medical studies, osteopathic students get 200 hours of training in "osteopathic manipulative medicine," a hands-on technique for diagnosis and healing. Limited motion in the lower ribs, for instance, can cause pain in the stomach that seems a lot like irritable bowel syndrome. Identifying the muscle strain in the ribs through manipulation, and then treating it, can relieve the stomach distress. An osteopath learns to apply specific amounts of pressure on a body part, attempting to relax it or stimulate it. While such an approach might have raised eyebrows in the profession a decade or two ago, these days almost no one--except perhaps the crustiest old M.D.'s--dismisses it as New Age nonsense. Manipulative medicine is based on the not terribly heretical idea that structures in the body influence function, and that a problem in the structure of one body part can cause problems in the function of other parts.
These alternative treatments include acupuncture, meditation, and therapy among many others.There is growing evidence that the desire for alternative medicine is expanding because people undergoing procedures in today’s health care system has had unmet needs as well as feelings of being uncared for (Acari & Flanagan, 2015). Alternative medicine is able to provide patients with treatments that provide relief for hard to cure problems such as back pain, neck pain, and arthritis. Many of these alternative treatments have been shown to be successful for various problems. The use of complimentary and alternative medicine as well as the open ended communication that holistic nursing provides is gaining popularity from patients who are fed up with traditional care and hospital
Complementary and alternative therapies are relatively new and essential options in health care, they help to increase the quality of life of patients and provide them with numerous possibilities to ensure growth of their health, beyond current medicine. Recently, these therapies, such as massage therapy and acupuncture, have become more prevalent in research. Consequently, their substitution with standard medicine in the healthcare system has been supported by the literature. The literature that supports these methods has explored why complementary therapies are needed, the different and distinct features of each therapy, and they also examine the education and knowledge those implementing the services must have. To accurately analyze if complementary and alternative therapies are valuable to the health care system, this paper will aim to learn why they are becoming predominant and why nurses should use these therapies’ to assist in improving the health of individuals. To determine the main attributes of these therapies, a variety of resources that extensively discuss complementary and alternative therapies will be examined and the paper will also examine the benefits and weaknesses they have on improving health. Lastly, this paper will aim to determine if these services should be implemented by nurses as alternative options for their patients, as nurses should have substantial knowledge pertaining to implementing these therapies.
Is it worthwhile for chiropractors to still invest their money in chiropractic advertising that is offline, such as phone book directories and other mediums in decline? You may be surprised by the answer. It seems like most chiropractors, and everyone else for that matter, are asking this question lately. Where people once relied on static mediums to find a doctor or any kind of service, they now rely completely upon the more dynamic methods that have taken hold of the web, such as video marketing and social networking. When I was recently on the internet, I ran across an add that had a picture of a phone book and underneath it read "expensive, dumb and dying.
He came “straight from school to medical school to the slavish hours of a junior doctor, then the total absorption of neurosurgery training spliced with committed fatherhood—for fifteen years he barely touched a non-medical book at all” (McEwan 4). For the last fifteen years, Henry Perowne has not had time for art and literature, because he has been working. Once Perowne has entered the mindset of his work, the mindset of a neurosurgeon, he finds himself “enmeshed in the direct and personal relations of ruler and ruled” (Weeks 2). However, instead of a physical person being placed over Perowne in order to govern his work, Perowne is ruled over by the logical mindset instilled within him by his chosen profession. It guides all of his actions inside and outside of work.