The definition of Chiropractic Orthopaedics

Chiropractic orthopaedics shall be considered that branch of orthopaedics, the purposes of which are: by non-surgical techniques, to prevent and correct deformities and to preserve and to improve the functions of bones, muscles, joints and their nerve supply, when such function are compromised or impaired by defects, lesions or disease.

Welcome to C.C.O.S.(C)

The College of Chiropractic Orthopaedic Specialists (Canada) was sanctioned as an official body by the Canadian Chiropractic Association in October, 1994. Chiropractic orthopaedics is recognized as a specialty by the licensing bodies in B.C., Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario, Nova Scotia, P.E.I., and Newfoundland-Labrador.

Members & Fellows

The Chiropractic Orthopaedist has a specialized body of knowledge in the diagnosis of neuromusculoskeletal diseases, injuries, and syndromes. Not only has our specialty focused on diagnosing spinal-related disorders, but we have an expert knowledge base is assessing extremities and TMJ-related Disorders. The Chiropractic Orthopaedist often is requested to perform an independent medicolegal assessment because of their expertise in diagnosis and management of complex Orthopaedic conditions and their expertise in providing an opinion on causality.

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