Chiropractic is a profession with a wide variety of practice techniques which makes it a challenge to select chiropractor who is compatible for an individual. And because the chiropractic treatment includes hands – on procedures, consideration must be given for both the report with the chiropractor as well as the preference of treatment style.

This paper will outline questions to ask when interviewing a doctor of chiropractic and it also provides guidelines for what to expect for chiropractic care.

• Collecting recommendations

One should start asking the physical therapist, primary care physician or spine specialist for recommendations of chiropractors who they view as competent and trustworthy. The best way to phrase this question is if someone needed a chiropractor, who would you recommend? However, many medical professionals lack regular interaction with chiropractors and therefore may not be able to provide a recommendation.it will also help to ask co-workers, friends and neighbours for recommendations. In general, a chiropractor, chiropractor in San Diego is recommended by multiple people is likely to be reliable.

• Interviewing a chiropractor

Before treatment, it is always best to conduct a telephone interview or request an office consultation to learn more about the chiropractor, techniques used and the clinic. It is important to feel comfortable with the chiropractor and have an overall positive experience at the clinic.

• Background research.

Most patients may want to research if there are any disciplinary actions against the chiropractor. The information is available from each state’s chiropractic regulation and licensing board, which can usually be found on chiropractor in San Diego website.

Selecting a health care professional for treatment is something that should be done with care; the bottom line is that the chiropractor’s role is to recommend the course of care for the patient. The patient will decide whether he/she will accept the doctor’s recommendation.