Frequently Asked Questions

To receive the Doctor of Chiropractic degree, candidates must first complete at least 90 credits (most bachelor programs are 120 credits) in an approved undergraduate prerequisite program. Most students receive their bachelor’s degree and then go through four years of graduate-level instruction and internship at an accredited chiropractic institution. Comprehensive knowledge of all systems of the body and diagnostic procedures enable the chiropractor to thoroughly evaluate a patient, address disorders relating to the spine and determine the need for referral to another health care provider. A comparison of total classroom hours for a chiropractic student and a medical student were taken and found that chiropractic students have a total of 4,485 classroom hours vs. 4,248 hours for medical students.

A chiropractor's practice is based on naturally healing the body without the use of drugs or surgeries. A chiropractor will use various forms of therapies to help the body’s innate healing ability. Chiropractors also often attempt to promote wellness in their patient’s lives through nutritional supplementation, exercise programs, ergonomic evaluations and stress reduction counseling.

YES! Anytime is a good time for a better functioning nerve system. Pregnant mothers find that chiropractic adjustments improve their pregnancy and make delivery easier for themselves and their baby. Adjusting methods are always adapted to a patient’s size, weight, age, and condition of health.