Factors that influence scope of practice of the chiropractic profession in Australia: a scoping review.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The World Health Organization describes chiropractic as a health profession that treats the musculoskeletal system and the effects of that system on the function of the nervous system and general health. Notwithstanding such descriptions, scope of practice remains a contentious issue in Australia chiropractic with various authors defining it differently. To date, the peak governing body, the Chiropractic Board of Australia, has focused on title protection rather than defining a scope of practice for the profession. A well-defined scope of practice is important, as it helps to identify what is acceptable in the profession and the role chiropractic has in the broader healthcare system.

Objective

The objective of this scoping review was to explore the literature on

SUBMITTER: Wiggins D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9011944 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature