IFCO Position Papers
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Position Statement Regarding FCLB Resolution Regarding Radiology (Mar 2021)
The IFCO agrees with the below Foundation for Vertebral Subluxation’s (FVSR) proposed amendment to the FCLB’s proposed resolution that reads: “Now therefore be it – Resolved, that the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards recommends: 1) That the use of radiographic imaging in patient care is at the professional judgement of the attending Doctor of Chiropractic and […]
Position Statement Regarding CCBC Amendments (Feb 2021)
The IFCO has become aware of troubling amendments to the College of Chiropractors of British Columbia’s February 2021 Amendments to the Professional Conduct Handbook that were approved by their board. It is the position of the IFCO that these amendments are in conflict with the salutogenic, vitalistic, and subluxation-centric platform that we support and promote. […]
Position Paper on Animal Chiropractic
From the beginning of the chiropractic profession, chiropractors have been checking and adjusting animals. We envision a world in which Animal Chiropractic stands as a separate and distinct philosophy, art, and science, practiced by both trained chiropractors and veterinarians, for the improved quality of life, health, and vitality of the animals they serve. We recognize […]
Chiropractic contributes its unique salutogenic health care approach to the emergent COVID-19 crisis
Chiropractic contributes its unique salutogenic health care approach to the emergent COVID-19 crisis Amy Haas and Dave Russell In the face of the current global concerns, it is important to work together as a community to support all possibilities for the optimal health and wellbeing of humanity. Chiropractic care is a unique salutogenic approach to […]
Medicare Coverage “Modernization” Act H.R. 3654 Letter Template
TIME INVOLVED: less than 5 minutes Please take the short amount of time to voice your concerns for the future of chiropractic. Step 1: Copy the template below. Step 2: Find your senator and email them by CLICKING HERE. That’s it! Dear Senator ___________, I am a licensed chiropractor in your state and […]
IFCO Position Statement on “Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine”
In understanding the background and reasons behind chiropractic becoming a separate and distinct healing profession over 100 years ago and obtaining distinct licensure, it is our position that the words “chiropractic” and “medicine” represent different disciplines and should never be used in succession. In 1907, the Japanese-American chiropractor and alumnus of Palmer School of Chiropractic, […]
IFCO in Opposition to ACA Medicare Coverage “Modernization” Act H.R.3654
The IFCO is in opposition to the ACA Chiropractic Medicare Coverage “Modernization” Act of 2019. The act continues to pave the way for the ACA’s intended plan of scope expansion and primary care physician status. The ACA has a long history of leadership who are in support of scope expansion to include pharmaceuticals as well […]
Vigilance & Battle Preparations
Vigilence & Battle Preparations It’s clear from recent events in Canada and Australia that chiropractic as we know it is under attack. Listed below are some Do’s and Don’ts that can help you to move forward strategically for the good of your practice as well as the chiropractic profession at large. DO’s Do it […]
