As a long time chiro-goer, I've noticed that some chiropractors use the lower bar to entry "doctor" label to appear experts in other fields like nutrition or mental health. But one can obviously steer clear of those.
My chiropractor is a physical therapist, sports massage therapist and traditional chiropractor in one. Very often I NEED some spinal adjustments to give me the range of motion back to do the exercises they prescribe to improve my issues long term. The effect is immediate and obvious.
Those that claim it's pure quackery just don't need their services, or are too stubborn and would rather die in the "but it's not sufficiently peer reviewed!" hill than receive some relief for their musculoskeletal issues.
This is exactly right. Run far away from a chiropractor who claims to be able to treat anything other than muscloskeletal issues. Within their actual scope of practice, a chiropractor can sometimes work miracles. My mom goes to one frequently and it helps her immensely.
My chiropractor is a physical therapist, sports massage therapist and traditional chiropractor in one. Very often I NEED some spinal adjustments to give me the range of motion back to do the exercises they prescribe to improve my issues long term. The effect is immediate and obvious.
Those that claim it's pure quackery just don't need their services, or are too stubborn and would rather die in the "but it's not sufficiently peer reviewed!" hill than receive some relief for their musculoskeletal issues.