Themes | Â | Sub-themes (n) | Number of Endorsements |
---|---|---|---|
 | n |  |  |
Variability amongst chiropractors | 0 | No distinct sub-themes were identified | 55 |
Areas where chiropractic is perceived as effective | 4 | Mechanical low back pain | 16 |
 |  | Musculoskeletal disorders | 16 |
 |  | Non-surgical injuries | 8 |
 |  | Spinal complaints | 3 |
Concerns with chiropractic treatment | 6 | Chiropractic care is of marginal or no benefit | 13 |
 |  | Non-musculoskeletal complaints | 12 |
 |  | Serious adverse events | 11 |
 |  | General medical care | 8 |
 |  | Non-spinal complaints | 7 |
 |  | Structural scoliosis | 3 |
Patient Interaction | 4 | Chiropractic terminology is misleading | 17 |
 |  | Chiropractors make false or exaggerated claims | 13 |
 |  | Chiropractors spend considerable time with patients | 6 |
Chiropractic training | 2 | Chiropractors are poorly trained | 10 |
 |  | Other therapists can provide spinal manipulation | 8 |
Unethical Behavior | 4 | Chiropractors treat excessively | 18 |
 |  | Chiropractors are overly financially motivated | 15 |
 |  | General ethical concerns | 5 |
 |  | Chiropractic requires stronger regulatory oversight | 5 |
Scientific basis of chiropractic | 2 | Chiropractic is unscientific | 20 |
 |  | More chiropractic research is needed | 6 |
Personal experiences with chiropractic | 3 | Positive experiences | 13 |
 |  | Negative experiences | 4 |
 |  | Uncertainty as to the role of chiropractic | 4 |