GPs opinions and perceptions of chiropractic in Sweden and Norway: a descriptive survey.

ABSTRACT:

Background

In Sweden, chiropractic is not included in mainstream health care. In Norway chiropractic is a recognized health care profession. The aim of this study was to explore the perceptions of chiropractic among Swedish and Norwegian General Practitioners (GPs).

Methods

Eight hundred surveys in each country were distributed randomly by post to Swedish and Norwegian GPs offices. The survey contained two main sections: Experiences and opinions about chiropractic and referral patterns. The data were then described and compared between the countries.

Results

In Sweden the response rate was 44.8% and in Norway 45.3%. More than half of the Swedish GPs participating in this study stated that they had poor knowledge about chiropractic, while just a tenth of Norwegian GPs

SUBMITTER: Westin D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC3765896 | biostudies-literature | 2013

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature