The city of Philadelphia provides its residents with a number of physicians and medical services to treat a variety of maladies, illness and injuries. Amongst these physicians, residents will find several licensed Chiropractors who are used in a number of different capacities to help and heal patients. Chiropractors are unique in the sense that they provide immediate and preventative care for patients in both everyday situations and rehabilitation settings and programs alike. What does a Chiropractor do? Chiropractors are experts in examining and diagnosing issues that arise with the body’s muscles and bones. Most commonly sought out for their massage methods and readjustment techniques, chiropractors are also called on frequently to assist in rehabilitation programs. Simple bone adjustments or alignments can make a tremendous different for patients when it comes to overall pain relief. Aligning disks, joints and larger bones can relieve stress on nerves and even helps stop chronic headaches in some patients. In many ways, these physicians are jacks of all trades as they are trained to help treat issues related to cartilage, tendons, joints and many other connective tissues as well. While they don’t have the degree or licensing needed to prescribe drugs or medications, chiropractors work exclusively with hands-on-training techniques in order to heal and can refer patients onto other physicians if medical prescriptions are necessary for pain relief. What does it take to become a Chiropractor? In order to practice legally, a Chiropractor must complete an appropriate degree program, pass national examinations that are standardized for all aspiring chiropractors, and apply for and successfully receive their license. In many cases, these licenses are state-specific, meaning a chiropractor cannot work in more than one state without applying for and achieving an additional state licensee. While their education and training are...