Common Myths As a Chiropractic Assistant, you may encounter individuals who have some misconceptions about chiropractic. There are myths circulating that give people the wrong impression about our industry. We have summarized some of the most common myths here so you can tactfully correct the individual. Myth #1 The AMA and MDs do not like…
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The Chiropractic Education Process Whether this is your first exposure to the chiropractic profession or not, it is important that you know the facts about the doctor of chiropractic’s (DC) education and qualifications. Unfortunately, over the years chiropractors have taken a verbal beating from the medical community. Although time has proven the important role they…
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Basic Chiropractic Terminology As with any healthcare profession, there is a ‘language’ to be learned by all those who work with a treating physician. Even if you have a general knowledge of the medical field, chiropractic has some less common terms that must be mastered to be successful as a CA. Although we mentioned many…
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What to Expect at Your First Chiropractic Visit Most patients do not know what to expect at their first appointment with a Doctor of Chiropractic. This helpful video is provided by the American Chiropractic Association (ACA). It presents the basics of what happens on a first visit, in an easy-to-understand format.
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Common CA Responsibilities An assistant is someone who helps or supports another person. In this case, the chiropractic assistant assists the chiropractor in a clinic. He or she serves as the primary customer service representative for the chiropractic clinic. The duties of the CA vary depending on the size of the clinic and the number…
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Chiropractic care focuses on treating disorders of the musculoskeletal system and the nervous system. This step provides a brief introduction to the history and philosophy of chiropractic and basic CA duties. Remember, there are many different chiropractic philosophies just as there are many different types of chiropractic care. You will have the opportunity to work…