Chiropractic Care

General Information
Chiropractic medicine is based on the idea that the skeletal structure of the body is related to total body function. A Doctor of Chiropractic works with patients to promote wellness, assess health status, diagnose disease conditions and holistically manage the patient’s health care without drugs or surgery. A Doctor of Chiropractic often works in consultation with other health care providers.

A degree in Chiropractic medicine (DC) usually is completed in 4 years after the undergraduate preparation, and may include simultaneous completion of a baccalaureate degree. Starting in September, 2001, 135 quarter credits (approximately 3 years) of preparatory courses will be required before application to a Chiropractic college.