Palmer College of Chiropractic embraces the philosophy that life is intelligent; the human body possesses the inherent potential to maintain itself in a natural state of homeostasis through its innate/inborn intelligence.
Palmer College of Chiropractic maintains that the science of chiropractic emphasizes the relationship between structure, primarily of the spinal column and the nervous system, and how that relationship affects function and health. Implicit within this statement is the significance of the nervous system to health and the effect of the subluxation complex upon the nervous system and, therefore, the body.
Palmer College of Chiropractic maintains that a chiropractic examination incorporates the use of diagnostic procedures when indicated, including some or all of the following:
- Patient history
- Examination for subluxation complex
- Biomechanical functional assessment
- Spinal examination
- Physical examination
- Laboratory and imaging studies
Palmer College of Chiropractic maintains that chiropractic care focuses primarily on the chiropractic adjustment and may include some or all of the following:
- Exercise
- Physiotherapy/ancillary procedures
- Patient education
- Participation in coordinated care
- Nutrition
- Extremity adjustments
- Case management
- Spinal hygiene, including ergonomics and posture
Palmer College of Chiropractic does not accept as appropriate certain practices or procedures as forms of chiropractic care. These include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Drugs
- Acupuncture
- Obstetrics
- Manipulation and/or adjustment under anesthesia
- Surgery
- Colonic irrigation
- Reduction of fracturesÂ