The Rise Of Chiropractic (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780548109151)

The Rise of Chiropractic is a comprehensive book that explores the history and evolution of chiropractic medicine. Written by Turner and Chittenden, the book delves into the origins of chiropractic, tracing its roots back to ancient Greece and the techniques used by early healers. The authors then examine the development of chiropractic in the United States, including the founding of the first chiropractic school and the struggles faced by early practitioners.The book also explores the controversies surrounding chiropractic, including the debate over its effectiveness and the legal battles fought by chiropractors to gain recognition as legitimate healthcare providers. The authors examine the scientific evidence supporting chiropractic, including the benefits of spinal manipulation and the role of chiropractic in treating conditions such as back pain, headaches, and neck pain.Throughout the book, the authors provide insights into the personalities and motivations of key figures in the history of chiropractic, including Daniel David Palmer, the founder of chiropractic, and B.J. Palmer, his son and successor. The Rise of Chiropractic is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of medicine, alternative healthcare, or the evolution of healthcare in the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Chittenden Turner
ISBN-10: 054810915X
ISBN-13: 9780548109151
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 07/25/2007
Pages: 400
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.66lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.00d