Originally Posted by
mihlbach
Chiropractry is based on the theory of "subluxations" (spinal misalignments) for which there is no real evidence.
Originally Posted by
c_mack9
(except x-rays, MRIs, CAT scans, CT scans and really any other form of diagnostic equipment we have today)
Originally Posted by
c_mack9
i have seen a ton of before and after xrays with enormous amounts of improvement in my 5 years of working there. true, not everyone will have a perfect spine when they are done but almost 100% have visibly improved xrays.
I think the point is that chiropractors think that a small misalignment of the spine can cause problems with internal organs. I'm not sure how an x-ray showing a straightened spine would provide evidence for anything other than a straightened spine.