*note: This site was originally named "Chiropractic Forensics" here
at Chiro.org. We changed the name as the site has expanded dramatically
thanks to the input and activity of the field, Throughout the site,
you will see the term forensics being
used as the header for most pages. Go to the definitions area for more
information about chiropractic forensics, which deals with issues related
to chiropractors at trial.
This page is dedicated to "objective issues" relevant to chiropractic
and chiropractic patients with a special emphasis on objective outcome assessment
based practice.
Click on the icons below to travel around the Forensics pages. This page was created by William Cockburn,D.C.. Although he no longer maintains this section, we are greatful for his contribution!
Goals: This area describes
the fundamental goal of the chiropractic forensics site here at Chiro.Org
It should be read by doctors, lawyers, court officials or insurance
company representatives interested in chiropractic issues.
Definitions: Various definitions relevant to chiropractic and med-legal issues can be found here. This area is
always under construction and expanded.
Legal: Here you will find some
interesting legal cases specific to the chiropractic community, including
state supreme court cases. If you know of similar cases, let us know
and we'll add them !
Frequently Asked Questions: The
most common questions DC's and Lawyers ask about Chiropractic Care and Patient
Management. An interesting selection.
Objective Diagnostic Tests: This
area is devoted to "Objective Outcome Assessment Based Procedures". As
we enter a new millennium, the focus on ~proof~ is even stronger than ever
before. But there is a problem. Differing opinions by varying
experts on what works and what doesn't. These pages will help you get
it right!
Library: Here you will
find interesting articles that you can download for free. All articles
listed here are important to the forensics or medical-legal aspects of
chiropractic practice.
Related Sites: Links to other sites related to chiropractic and med-legal.
It is the intent of this site to provide
reliable data which can be used by anyone interested in the care of the human
spine, and specifically to doctors of chiropractic - in an attempt
to create greater inter and intra-professional awareness of the facts and
the myths of chiropractic philosophy, science and art. This site is for
informational and discussion purposes only and is not to be construed as
legal or practical advice. Users should check with their particular state
board of examiners and with their personal attorney in those areas related
to law and the practice of chiropractic.
