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'''Chiropractic''' is a form of [[alternative healthcare]] based upon the [[theory]] that [[subluxations|subluxations]] of the [[spine]] can cause pain and poor [[nerve]] signal transmission.<ref>http://www.internethealthlibrary.com/Therapies/Chiropractic.htm</ref> Proponents of Chiropractic have theorized that the [[vertebrae]] in the human spine can become misaligned, applying extra stress on certain muscles and possibly irritating the hub of a nerve pathway.<ref>http://www.chiroforlife.com/ChiroInfo/aboutchiro.htm</ref> However, the claims of Chiropractors have been in contention for many years, and despite its mainstream nature, it has been alleged that many of the claims regarding the benefits of Chiropractic are exaggerated.  

'''Chiropractic''' is a form of [[alternative healthcare]] based upon the [[theory]] that [[subluxations]] of the [[spine]] can cause pain and poor [[nerve]] signal transmission.<ref>http://www.internethealthlibrary.com/Therapies/Chiropractic.htm</ref> Proponents of Chiropractic have theorized that the [[vertebrae]] in the human spine can become misaligned, applying extra stress on certain muscles and possibly irritating the hub of a nerve pathway.<ref>http://www.chiroforlife.com/ChiroInfo/aboutchiro.htm</ref> However, the claims of Chiropractors have been in contention for many years, and despite its mainstream nature, it has been alleged that many of the claims regarding the benefits of Chiropractic are exaggerated.  

Chiropractic was developed by [[DD Palmer]], a [[magnetic healer]], in 1895. The idea behind chiropractic [[medicine]] is the Chiropractic practitioner, or ''Chiropractor'' will use physical or instrument manipulations to realign the spine. Chiropractic adjustments have been stereotyped as ''racking and cracking''. This is not true as there are several techniques, most notably [[Activator Methods Technique]], which involve no physical maneuvers.

Chiropractic was developed by [[DD Palmer]], a [[magnetic healer]], in 1895. The idea behind chiropractic [[medicine]] is the Chiropractic practitioner, or ''Chiropractor'' will use physical or instrument manipulations to realign the spine. Chiropractic adjustments have been stereotyped as ''racking and cracking''. This is not true as there are several techniques, most notably [[Activator Methods Technique]], which involve no physical maneuvers.

Prospective chiropractors must graduate from chiropractic school and pass a rigorous examination administered by the National Board of Examiners. Before gaining admission to Chiropractic School, they must have a undergraduate degree and have completed required pre chiropractic coursework. Only then will a State Board of Examiners grant them a license to practice. Education does not end after licensure, as completion of continuing education is a prerequisite  for license renewal.

Prospective chiropractors must graduate from chiropractic school and pass a rigorous examination administered by the National Board of Examiners. Before gaining admission to Chiropractic School, they must have a undergraduate degree and have completed required pre chiropractic coursework. Only then will a State Board of Examiners grant them a license to practice. Education does not end after licensure, as completion of continuing education is a prerequisite  for license renewal.

==Scope of Practice==

==Scope of Practice==

The scope of practice for chiropractors varies by state. Generally they are primary care providers, though. In Oregon, chiropractors are allowed to practice obstretics, write prescriptions, and perform minor surgeries. California<ref>http://www.chiro.ca.gov</ref>, on the other hand,  allows none of these things to be done by chiropractors.

The scope of practice for chiropractors varies by state. Generally they are primary care providers, though. In Oregon, chiropractors are allowed to practice obstretics, write prescriptions, and perform minor surgeries. California,<ref>http://www.chiro.ca.gov</ref> on the other hand,  allows none of these things to be done by chiropractors.

==Wilks v. AMA==

==Wilks v. AMA==