Chiropractic Philosophy
The chiropractic perspective on health and disease emphasizes
two fundamental concepts:
- the structure and condition of the body influences how
the body functions and its ability to heal itself; and
- the mind-body relationship is instrumental in maintaining
health and in the healing processes.
Although chiropractic shares much with other health professions,
its emphasis and application of philosophy distinguishes it
from modern medicine. Chiropractic philosophy gravitates toward
a holistic ("total person") approach to healing
which combines elements of the mind, body and spirit and maintains
that health depends on obedience to natural laws, and that
deviation from such laws can result in illness.
Chiropractic Philosophy includes:
- emphasis on patient recuperative abilities rather than
surgery
- recognition that dynamics exist between lifestyle, environment
and health
- understanding the cause of illness in order to eliminate
it, rather than simply treat symptoms
- recognition of the centrality of the nervous system and
its intimate relationship with the capacities of the human
body
- balancing benefits versus risks of clinical interventions
- recognition of the primary importance of monitoring progress
closely through appropriate diagnostic procedures
- a patient-centered, hands-on approach focused on influencing
function through structure
- focus on early intervention emphasizing timely diagnosis
and treatment of conditions that are wholly functional and
reversible
Chiropractic philosophy blends an effective combination of
conviction, critical thinking, open-mindedness, and appreciation
of the natural order of things. Chiropractic focuses on the
establishment and maintenance of a relationship between patients
and their environment which is most conducive to functional
well-being.
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