Introduction

Chiropractic is a professional, valuable and natural treatment option offered to all Australians to improve quality of life. The primary focus of Chiropractic is the restoration of function. Chiropractors assess and diagnose the problem, then plan and administer treatment programs that aim to restore function or minimise dysfunction after disease or injury.

Chiropractors strive to improve an individual's quality of life by physical means. A combination of manual and gentle manipulative therapy, movement training and exercises all help to achieve this. Chiropractors also offer you personal advice on stretching and strengthening exercises, posture, diet, lifting procedures and stress management.

Adequate education provided to Australians will lead to the prevention of many physical problems and this is a priority area for Chiropractors.

Your Chiropractor

Australian Chiropractors are registered health care professionals with tertiary qualifications.

Chiropractors assess, diagnose and treat people with movement problems. Chiropractors also help people avoid injuries and maintain a fit, healthy body.

Chiropractic includes a wide range of specialities that meet the health needs of different people such as babies and children, sports people, pregnant women, injured workers and senior citizens.

Chiropractic programs are based on practical goals agreed between the Chiropractor and the client. Chiropractors help people gain as much movement and physical independence as possible so they can resume their normal job or lifestyle.

When necessary, Chiropractors will consult with a client's doctor to ensure the best possible treatment outcomes.

Choosing a Chiropractor

All Chiropractors registered to practise in Australia are qualified to provide safe, effective health care.

Chiropractors who are members of the Chiropractors' Association of Australia (CAA) make an extra commitment to quality health care. CAA Chiropractors are required to undertake continuing professional development programs to keep themselves up to date and to abide by a Code of Conduct which sets out expected standards of professional conduct. These are important commitments to quality health care and are important points to remember when you are choosing your Chiropractor.

What is the Chiropractor's Association of Australian (CAA)?

The Chiropractors' Association of Australia is the sole organisation that represents Australian Chiropractors.

Chiropractors who are members of the CAA make an extra commitment to professional accountability because they are required to do professional development courses and uphold standards of conduct as set out in the CAA Code of Conduct.

What can you expect from a Chiropractor?

You can expect your Chiropractors to:

• deliver a professional service
• discuss your treatment options and agree on some treatment goals with you
• provide information about your Chiropractic program
• explain specific treatments to you
• respect your rights, dignity, privacy, feelings and cultural customs
• respect the confidentiality of your professional relationship
• communicate with your doctor if necessary
  

Further Information?

You can get further and more detailed information at the CAA website: www.chiropractors.asn.au

Provided courtesy of CAA

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