Story of Chiropractic

The roots of chiropractic care can be traced all the way back to the beginning of recorded time. Ancient writings from China and Greece written in 2700 B.C. and 1500 B.C. mention spinal manipulation and the maneuvering of the lower extremities to ease low back pain. Hippocrates, a Greek physician and the “father of medicine” published texts detailing the importance of chiropractic care. In one of his writings he declares, "Get knowledge of the spine, for this is the requisite for many diseases".

In 1895, Daniel David Palmer’s great knowledge of anatomy and physiology allowed him to restore the hearing of Harvey Lillard after manually adjusting his neck. Through this first adjustment and consequent study, began the profession of chiropractic. In 1897, Dr. Palmer went on to begin the Palmer School of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa, which still stands as a prominent chiropractic college.

Throughout the twentieth century, the profession of chiropractic has gained considerable recognition and scientific support world wide. Research studies have demonstrated the value of chiropractic care in reducing health care costs and improving recovery rate. The 1993 Manga Study, published in Canada, concluded that chiropractic care would save hundreds of millions of dollars annually in work disability payments and direct health care costs. Several major studies conducted by the U.S. Government, have all demonstrated the incredible value of chiropractic care.