The Controversy
Colorful Personalities
The Palmers of Davenport, Iowa discovered and
developed many of the principles of chiropractic. Both
D.D. Palmer and son B.J. Palmer were flamboyant and
charismatic. Their personalities and dogmatism produced
vehement detractors.
Medical Monopoly
To hamstring the fledgling chiropractic profession,
the American Medical Association prevented medical
doctors from working with or referring to chiropractors.
This illegal tactic ended in 1990 when the A.M.A. was
found guilty in federal court. Nevertheless, the damage
was done.
Increasing Acceptance
Today, the profession of chiropractic is recognized
and licensed worldwide. Currently 22 colleges graduate
educated, compassionate and talented healers. Insurance
companies and many government programs reimburse for
chiropractic care. Chiropractic has come a long way
since 1895.
Blood vs. Nerves
Traditional medical treatment relies on putting into
the bloodstream. Chiropractic care helps restore nervous
system integrity by reducing
Medical Treatment
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Chiropractic Care
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| Blood-based |
Nerve-based |
| Treats symptoms |
Corrects cause |
| Renders sickness care
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Offers health care |
| Prescribes drugs |
Makes adjustments |
| Sees body as parts |
Sees whole person |
| Removes organs |
Revives organs |
| Kills germs |
Helps resist germs |
| Causes side effects |
Produces positive effects
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| Artificial |
Natural |
| Risky |
Safe |
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