Chiropractic is a complementary and alternative health care profession which focuses on diagnosing, treating, and preventing mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system, their effects on the nervous system and general health. Chiropractors believe that spinal joint misalignments called subluxations, interfere with the body's self-regulating mechanisms via the nervous system resulting in bodily dysfunction.
A chiropractor may specialize in treating low back problems or sports injuries, or may combine chiropractic with manipulation of the extremities, physiotherapy, nutrition, or exercises to increase spinal strength or improve overall health. He/she may also use other complementary and alternative methods as a part of a holistic treatment approach. Chiropractors are not trained or licensed to prescribe drugs or perform surgery. They are trained to recognize signs of cancer, diabetes, and infectious diseases and refer these patients to medical physicians for specialized or concomitant care.
While there is evidence that spinal manipulation can be effective against acute low back pain and tension headaches, many other claims concerning health benefits are anecdotal and either lack support from or are refuted by objective controlled trials.McCrory DC, et al. Evidence Report: Behavioral and Physical Treatments for Tension-type and Cervicogenic Headache. Duke University Evidence-Based Practice Center, Durham, North Carolina, January 2001 available online (PDF format) Ernst E (2006) A systematic review of systematic reviews of spinal manipulation J R Soc Med 99:192-6 name=Balon> Jeffrey Balon, M.D. A Comparison of Active and Simulated Chiropractic Manipulation as Adjunctive Treatment for Childhood Asthma. New England Journal of Medicine. Volume 339:1013-1020, October 8, 1998, Number 15 [http://content.nejm.org/cgi/content/abstract/339/15/1013 available online
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Amoskeag Chiropractic - Full service clinic. Also offers yoga classes and massage therapy. Located in Manchester.
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Arsenault Chiropractic Center - Offers treatments for children and adults. Located in North Hampton.
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Bazzani Chiropractic - Offers spinal treatments for children and adults. Located in Nashua.
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Cornerstone Chiropractic and Massage - Practice of Dr. Brooks A. Seaman. Also offers yoga classes and nutrition consultations. Located in Keene.
Douglass Chiropractic - Practice of Dr. Timothy Douglass. Also offers physiotherapy, spinal and postural screenings, and nutritional and lifestyle counseling. Locations in Bartlett and Conway.
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Dr. John B. Avard - Offers spinal and extraspinal manipulative therapies, soft tissue therapy, nutritional support, and lifestyle counseling. Located in Bedford.
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Forbes Family Chiropractic - Practice of Michael Forbes, D.C. Located in Dover.
Infinite Health Family Chiropractic - Practice of Dr. Serdar (Sam) Ayan. Also offers rehabilitation and exercise programs and nutritional counseling. Located in Concord.
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Jaffrey Chiropractic Health Center - Practice of Dr. Joshua J. Joaquin. Also offers reflexology and massage therapy. Located in Jaffrey.
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Middleton Chiropractic - Practice of Dr. David W. Middleton. Located in Dover.
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New Hampshire State Chiropractic Society - Professional organization. Includes member directory, news and announcements, board of directors, and bylaws.
New Life Chirorpactic - Practice of Drs. Kevin and Beth Greene. Traditional chiropractic care for children and adults. Located in Plaistow.
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Parent Chiropractic Center - Practice of Dr. J. Daniel Parent. Located in Londonderry.
Parnell Chiropractic and Wellness Center - Offers chiropractic, acupuncture, massage therapy, and nutrition counseling. Located in Nashua.
Plymouth Conservative Care - Practice of Dr. James Pamplin. Also offers deep tissue massage and physical therapy. Located in Plymouth.
Port City Chiropractic - Practice of Dr. Shawn Shapiro. Located in Portsmouth.
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