A survey of chiropractors practicing in Germany: practice characteristics, professional reading habits, and attitudes and perceptions toward research.

ABSTRACT:

Background

In 2004, a survey conducted by the European Chiropractor's Union among member countries reported that "there appears to be little interest in research among chiropractors in Germany." However, no research has tested this statement. The objective of this study was to explore the attitudes and perceptions of practicing chiropractors in Germany regarding research, to look at their reading and research habits, and to gather demographic and practice data.

Methods

A questionnaire was developed and distributed among participants at a seminar held by the German Chiropractors' Association in 2005. The questionnaire was mailed to any members of the association who did not attend the seminar.

Results

A total of 49 (72%) of 68 distributed questionnaires were returned.

SUBMITTER: Schwarz I 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC1887523 | biostudies-literature | 2007 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature