Why do medical doctors dislike chiropractors?

Chiropractors are educated in human anatomy, physiology, radiographic analysis and treatment protocols. These doctors readily ignore the fact that their own profession lacks the peer-reviewed studies from randomized clinical trials that they suggest Chiropractic do not have to support their treatment.

What do spine doctors think of chiropractors?

North American orthopedic surgeons’ attitudes toward chiropractic were diverse, with 44.5\% endorsing a negative impression, 29.4\% holding favorable views, and 26.1\% being neutral. Approximately half of respondents referred patients for chiropractic care each year, mainly due to patient request.

Why do so many people prefer medical doctors over chiropractors?

Because there are good Chiropractors that are looking to change the field of Chiropractic for the better. Honestly, there is no turf war. Medical Doctors are at the forefront of healthcare and have a broad scope of practice.

Are there really bad chiropractors?

Now, as with any profession, there are certainly some bad apples among the Chiropractors. But, when someone, including Medical Doctor hears a story about a bad Chiropractor, all of the Chiropractors get lumped into the same bunch. Then, there’s that age old saying, once you go to a Chiropractor, they want you to come back forever! Ugh!

How does chiropractic care affect the body?

However, chiropractic care when focused on the abnormal shape and motion of the spine can lead to substantial changes in organ function and disease. Thankfully there has been a positive trend for many of these new doctors to ask questions about how chiropractic works.

Why is there a lack of acceptance of Chiropractic?

He believes this lack of acceptance is fueled by the very fact that chiropractic does not involve drugs and can be an effective alternative to hospitalization and surgery, which makes it attractive to both patients and the bean counters of health-care costs.