Thanks to that in-depth training, chiropractors can treat a broad range of health complaints effectively and safely. Even so, the education requirements remain a mystery to many people. Below we explain just how demanding that path really is. If you want to know what a chiropractor can do for you, explore all of our treatments or book a first visit.

Extensive education requirements

To become a chiropractor, you have to complete one of the most rigorous training paths in healthcare. In the Netherlands the training is a full-time, university-level programme at Master's level. Students first build a thorough grounding in the medical sciences, including biology, physics, psychology and chemistry, with all the associated laboratory work.

The chiropractic training itself spans around four to five academic years, in which a great deal of time goes into learning the practical techniques, that is the chiropractic adjustments. When drawing up a treatment plan and adjusting someone's spine, there is no room for mistakes, so this is practised thoroughly and precisely.

The full programme combines years of theory, laboratory and clinical experience, taught at recognised institutions that are held to strict quality standards. A chiropractor must be able to assess a specific health condition, give appropriate advice and treatment, and refer you to other care providers if necessary. A chiropractor practising in the Netherlands is registered with the Dutch professional association (SCN).

Chiropractors have education requirements equivalent to, or more demanding than, those of many traditional medical professions. Because of that thorough training, they are regarded as primary care providers: no referral is needed for treatment. We hope this information was useful. Do you have questions? Get in touch with us. The team at Chiropractie Rivierenland is here for you.