{"id":986,"date":"2020-04-22T16:28:19","date_gmt":"2020-04-22T21:28:19","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/cos\/?page_id=986"},"modified":"2024-12-06T09:26:42","modified_gmt":"2024-12-06T14:26:42","slug":"chiropractic","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/cos\/preprof\/professions\/chiropractic\/","title":{"rendered":"Pre-Chiropractic"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Chiropractic is concerned with mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system, especially the spine. The main chiropractic treatment technique involves manual therapy, especially manipulation of the spine, other joints, and soft tissues, but may also include exercises and health and lifestyle counseling.<\/p>\n                                            \n        \n    <div\n        id=\"pre-chiropractic-at-marshall\"\n        x-data=\"accordion('pre-chiropractic-at-marshall', false)\"\n        class=\"rounded-lg overflow-hidden mb-2 transition-all duration-300 ease-out bg-gray-50\"\n        x-bind:class=\"expanded ? 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'text-green' : ''\"\n            id=\"pre-chiropractic-at-marshall-button\"\n            aria-controls=\"pre-chiropractic-at-marshall-panel\"\n                    >\n            <div class=\"text-left font-bold contrast-more:font-black tracking-wide text-base lg:text-lg hc:text-gray-900 contrast-more:text-gray-900\">\n                Pre-Chiropractic at Marshall\n            <\/div>\n\n            <span class=\"ml-3\">\n                <svg class=\"h-5 w-5 transition-transform duration-300 ease-out stroke-gray-400 shrink-0\"\n                     x-bind:class=\"{ 'rotate-180': expanded }\"\n                     aria-hidden=\"true\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" stroke=\"currentColor\">\n                    <path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-width=\"2.5\" d=\"M19 9l-7 7-7-7\"><\/path>\n                <\/svg>\n            <\/span>\n        <\/button>\n\n        <div\n            id=\"pre-chiropractic-at-marshall-panel\"\n            role=\"region\"\n            aria-labelledby=\"pre-chiropractic-at-marshall-button\"\n            x-show=\"expanded\"\n            x-collapse\n            x-cloak\n        >\n            <div class=\"text-gray-700  bg-white py-6 px-5 styled-list\">\n                \n<p>Marshall University offers students interested in pursuing chiropractic careers an opportunity to take pre-chiropractic studies designed to prepare students for any chiropractic program.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Coursework that fulfills chiropractic program prerequisites<\/li>\n<li>Options to complete undergraduate education, typically with a focus on science courses such as biology, chemistry, and physics, which are crucial for success in any chiropractic program<\/li>\n<li>Preparation for the challenges of any chiropractic program as well as possible exams required<\/li>\n<li>Dedicated pre-chiropractic advisors who help with course selection, application processes, and preparing for any chiropractic program<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n        \n    <div\n        id=\"undergraduate-course-work-2\"\n        x-data=\"accordion('undergraduate-course-work-2', false)\"\n        class=\"rounded-lg overflow-hidden mb-2 transition-all duration-300 ease-out bg-gray-50\"\n        x-bind:class=\"expanded ? 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Here is an overview of what you might expect:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Core Science Courses: Biology, General Chemistry and Organic Chemistry, which often include lab components.<\/li>\n<li>Introductory Physics courses<\/li>\n<li>Biochemistry<\/li>\n<li>Anatomy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Refer to the <a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.marshall.edu\/undergraduate\/programs-az\/science\/preparation-professional-careers-health-care-professions\/\">Marshall University Undergraduate Catalog<\/a> for accurate course offerings.<\/p>\n\n\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n        \n    <div\n        id=\"marshall-student-clubs-and-organizations-3\"\n        x-data=\"accordion('marshall-student-clubs-and-organizations-3', false)\"\n        class=\"rounded-lg overflow-hidden mb-2 transition-all duration-300 ease-out bg-gray-50\"\n        x-bind:class=\"expanded ? 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Some of these clubs include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><b>Pre-Chiropractic Society<\/b><\/strong>: This club offers networking opportunities, educational resources, and community service projects related to chiropractic care.<\/li>\n<li><strong><b>Health Science Club<\/b><\/strong>: A broader organization that supports students in various health-related fields, including chiropractic care.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Explore various student clubs and organizations related to pre-dental on <a href=\"https:\/\/herdlife.marshall.edu\/\">HerdLink<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n        \n    <div\n        id=\"chiropractic-schools-4\"\n        x-data=\"accordion('chiropractic-schools-4', false)\"\n        class=\"rounded-lg overflow-hidden mb-2 transition-all duration-300 ease-out bg-gray-50\"\n        x-bind:class=\"expanded ? 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It offers a comprehensive Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.) program.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sherman College of Chiropractic<\/strong> (South Carolina) \u2013 Although located in South Carolina, Sherman College is a popular choice for West Virginia students interested in chiropractic. They offer a comprehensive Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.) program.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Life University (Atlanta, Georgia)<\/strong> \u2013 Although based in Georgia, Life University has a strong regional draw and offers a Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.) program.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These schools have varying admission requirements, so it&#8217;s essential to review their specific prerequisites and application procedures as well as possible exams required.<\/p>\n\n\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\t\t<a href=\"http:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/cos\/files\/Marshall-Medical-Professions-Pathways-flier.pdf\" target=\"_self\" class=\"button green \">\n\t\t<span>Start Your Pathway (PDF)<\/span>\n\t<\/a>\n\t\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>For additional questions about the pre-dental program or guidance on your path to dental school, contact the College of Science advisor:<br \/>\n<div class=\"marsha-row flex flex-wrap -mx-2 lg:-mx-6 py-6 border-b border-gray-100\"><div class=\"columns w-full lg:w-1\/6 lg:px-6 mt-6 lg:mt-0\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/cos\/files\/kennedyp-1-200x300.jpg\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/cos\/files\/kennedyp-1-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/cos\/files\/kennedyp-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/cos\/files\/kennedyp-1.jpg 800w\" alt=\"http:\/\/Paige%20Kennedy\" class=\"rounded-lg\" \/><\/div><div class=\"columns w-full lg:w-3\/4 lg:px-6 mt-6 lg:mt-0 entry-content\"><div class=\"text-xl font-semibold uppercase\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/cos\/profile\/paige-kennedy\/\">Paige Kennedy<\/a><\/div><div class=\"mt-3 mb-4\"><div class=\"font-semibold mb-1\">Program Manager<\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/cos\/directory\/staff\/\" rel=\"tag\">COS Staff<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/cos\/directory\/cos-student-services\/\" rel=\"tag\">COS Student Services<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/cos\/directory\/preprof\/\" rel=\"tag\">Pre-Professional Advising<\/a><\/div><div class=\"flex items-center my-2\"><svg class=\"text-gray-500 fill-current h-4 w-4 mr-4\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 384 512\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M172.268 501.67C26.97 291.031 0 269.413 0 192 0 85.961 85.961 0 192 0s192 85.961 192 192c0 77.413-26.97 99.031-172.268 309.67-9.535 13.774-29.93 13.773-39.464 0zM192 272c44.183 0 80-35.817 80-80s-35.817-80-80-80-80 35.817-80 80 35.817 80 80 80z\"><\/path><\/svg>Science Building 213<\/div><div class=\"flex items-center my-2\"><svg class=\"text-gray-500 fill-current h-4 w-4 mr-4\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M493.4 24.6l-104-24c-11.3-2.6-22.9 3.3-27.5 13.9l-48 112c-4.2 9.8-1.4 21.3 6.9 28l60.6 49.6c-36 76.7-98.9 140.5-177.2 177.2l-49.6-60.6c-6.8-8.3-18.2-11.1-28-6.9l-112 48C3.9 366.5-2 378.1.6 389.4l24 104C27.1 504.2 36.7 512 48 512c256.1 0 464-207.5 464-464 0-11.2-7.7-20.9-18.6-23.4z\"><\/path><\/svg>304-696-2327<\/div><div class=\"flex items-center my-2\"><svg class=\"text-gray-200 fill-current h-5 w-5 mr-4\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M502.3 190.8c3.9-3.1 9.7-.2 9.7 4.7V400c0 26.5-21.5 48-48 48H48c-26.5 0-48-21.5-48-48V195.6c0-5 5.7-7.8 9.7-4.7 22.4 17.4 52.1 39.5 154.1 113.6 21.1 15.4 56.7 47.8 92.2 47.6 35.7.3 72-32.8 92.3-47.6 102-74.1 131.6-96.3 154-113.7zM256 320c23.2.4 56.6-29.2 73.4-41.4 132.7-96.3 142.8-104.7 173.4-128.7 5.8-4.5 9.2-11.5 9.2-18.9v-19c0-26.5-21.5-48-48-48H48C21.5 64 0 85.5 0 112v19c0 7.4 3.4 14.3 9.2 18.9 30.6 23.9 40.7 32.4 173.4 128.7 16.8 12.2 50.2 41.8 73.4 41.4z\"><\/path><\/svg><a href=\"mailto:paige.kennedy@marshall.edu\">paige.kennedy@marshall.edu<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t<a href=\"http:\/\/www.marshall.edu\/cos\/preprof\/\" target=\"_self\" class=\"button button--secondary \">\n\t\t<span>Prepare for Health Care Professions with the College of Science<\/span>\n\t<\/a>\n\t\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Chiropractic is concerned with mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system, especially the spine. 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