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*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: Link 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.
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