The Birthday of Chiropractic – September 18, 1895

Most of you have realized by now I’m a bit of a history nerd and would probably be a history teacher somewhere if I didn’t go into healthcare. So how did chiropractic come about?  History has shown sketching of adjustment techniques going back to the Greeks, Mayans and Egyptians. 124 years ago today (1895) is the modern-day birth of chiropractic treatment in the United States.

Once upon a time in Davenport, Iowa, a man named Harvey Lillard complained to a man named DD Palmer that his life wasn’t going so well since he was kicked in the head by a horse 4 years prior. His symptoms were neck pain, vertigo, tinnitus and headaches. Palmer dove deep into his innate and figured, let’s give Harvey an adjustment of his neck and upper back. The rest is history. Harvey’s symptoms improved after the treatment and the word spread. Palmer started the first chiropractic college and a profession was born 124 years ago today.

The first chiropractic treatment was given by DD Palmer in 1895.

Will an adjustment cure ALL migraines, tinnitus, vertigo and movement disorder complaints? N0. However, it does make sense to start with a proper neurological evaluation to determine what course of action should be taken.

If you or a loved one know anyone that suffers with these complaints, call my office for a complimentary consultation. I routinely refer out for MRI and CT in addition to x-rays to rule our pathology and co-manage with MD’s for resolution of these complaints.

If you or a loved one know anyone that suffers with these complaints, we may be able to help you! Call my office for a complimentary consultation at 480-951-5006, or schedule your appointment here.

Treating the root cause of your condition, not just your symptoms, is the fastest way to recovery and is the best way to obtain optimal health and wellness.