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Originally Posted by Gymjunkie
Dubious
Before you jump down my throat in quite such an abrupt way, I live in the UK and the position here regarding chiropractors is obviously completely and significantly different than where you are. They would never be permitted to be referred to or call themselves "doctor" or use that terminology here. I think this is a simple disconnect that has arisen as a consequence of us living in different countries. Chiropractors clearly have rather a different reputation here in the UK and we have very different regulation of healthcare professionals.
Thanks for the citation of the article which I will look up when I get a chance. I am not saying that it can't help some people, all I am saying is that unlike so many other treatment modalities, there is virtually no mention of chirpopractic treatment in connection with the treatment of CRPS. My view is that this is surprising when you consider how many chiropractors say they can treat it. No more than that.
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Gymjunkie.....
I do not think Dubious was "jumping down your throat in an abrupt way", I think he/she was being very matter-of-fact about defining what a chiropractor really is and where they legitimately fit into the medical profession. I do not read it as intending to undermine you, it was merely correcting an inaccurate statement that you had made discounting chiropractics altogether, at least in regard to the US.
It is unfortunate that your experience with chiropractics has been so negative where you live. It is important to find a GOOD doctor in whatever specialty you require. There ARE many good chiropractors here in our country and they are invaluable in treating many ailments/conditions that the other medical professions have been unable to cure through more "traditional" methods.
We should welcome each others input and should be tolerant and willing to learn more information for the common good of furthering education about this disease from which we all suffer, as well as possible treatments to help each individual live their lives as fully as possible. Let's not make it about "us and them".....but rather "we and us"!!
Best wishes for a peaceful, pain managed night to all!!!