What is Chiropractic Neurologist? 

According to the American Chiropractic Neurology Board (ACNB), a Chiropractic Neurologist is described as to following:

“A chiropractic neurologist is a Doctor of Chiropractic or the equivalent that has taken 300 post-doctoral hours of coursework in functional neurology and passed the rigorous written and performance exams required for certification by the ACNB. We call these doctors Diplomates of the American Chiropractic Neurology Board (DACNB). They use the patient’s body and environment to assess, diagnose and localize areas of dysfunction. The human body systems are constantly affecting the neurological system and being affected by the neurological system. Our doctors use this functional and holistic approach to target interventions specific to the location of the dysfunction.

The chiropractic neurologist uses the muscular skeletal system and the sensory systems as they interact with the neurological system to improve quality of life. They use a variety of treatment modalities including the technique of adjustment as well as other sensory-based modalities to bring about improvements in health.”

What is the difference between a Chiropractic Neurologist and Medical Neurologist?

A chiropractic neurologist does not prescribe drugs or surgery as part of treatment. Instead, the chiropractic neurologist will provide exercises and treatments that will help retrain the brain-body connection, which is preferred by many patients.

What are the benefits of chiropractic neurology?
Chiropractic neurology works holistically throughout the body—from the brain and spine, and through the nervous system, muscles and joints—by adjusting or retraining areas that “communicate” with other parts of the body so that the mind-body connection is nurtured back to optimum health. Dr. Marianne Nielsen’s Chiropractic Neurology Center offers the latest innovations in chiropractic neurology. 

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