PALMER PHILOSOPHY 1 EXAM 1 | QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
| WINTER 2026 | WITH COMPLETE SOLUTION.
Chiropractic has often been called what? Answer - An art, science, and
philosophy
Chiropractic translated from Greek roots stands for ______________. Answer -
"Done by hand"
Science means what? Answer - Knowing
True/False: We know everything about how and why spinal adjustments work.
Answer - False
What is Chiropractic Philosophy according to Dr. Strang? Answer - -
Accumulation of principles that try to explain the success chiropractors have in
helping the public.
- Also suggests directions of solving some of the "mysteries" still present when
it comes to human health
What scientific "theory" is chiropractic based on? Answer - Neurological
integration: the nervous system..... controls and coordinates all other organs
and structures, and relates the body to the ever-changing environment
, What are the two types of healers? Answer - Allopathic Healers and Holistic
Healers
What is allopathic care? Answer - Preoccupation with disease, comes from
outside the patient. Example is Medical physician
What is holistic care? Answer - Natural healing. Inside out, well being of the
whole person. Example is chiropractic.
What may someone consider to help heal themselves from within? Answer -
Diet, exercise, maintaining positive outlook on life
True/False: The attitude or perspective of the chiropractor is what makes
chiropractic unique in health care today. Answer - True
Why is word of mouth communication important in chiropractic? Answer - It
helps keep the communication train going on the philosophy so more can learn
to understand.
True/False: When patients understand the philosophy of chiropractic, they will
visit your office for more than to "just feel better." Answer - True
What makes chiropractic different from other health professions? Answer -
Philosophy
What are the three legs of the Three legged Stool of chiropractics? Answer -
Art, Science, Philosophy
Definition of Philosophy Answer - The study of the laws and causes underlying
reality, leading to an understanding of its fundamental nature.
| WINTER 2026 | WITH COMPLETE SOLUTION.
Chiropractic has often been called what? Answer - An art, science, and
philosophy
Chiropractic translated from Greek roots stands for ______________. Answer -
"Done by hand"
Science means what? Answer - Knowing
True/False: We know everything about how and why spinal adjustments work.
Answer - False
What is Chiropractic Philosophy according to Dr. Strang? Answer - -
Accumulation of principles that try to explain the success chiropractors have in
helping the public.
- Also suggests directions of solving some of the "mysteries" still present when
it comes to human health
What scientific "theory" is chiropractic based on? Answer - Neurological
integration: the nervous system..... controls and coordinates all other organs
and structures, and relates the body to the ever-changing environment
, What are the two types of healers? Answer - Allopathic Healers and Holistic
Healers
What is allopathic care? Answer - Preoccupation with disease, comes from
outside the patient. Example is Medical physician
What is holistic care? Answer - Natural healing. Inside out, well being of the
whole person. Example is chiropractic.
What may someone consider to help heal themselves from within? Answer -
Diet, exercise, maintaining positive outlook on life
True/False: The attitude or perspective of the chiropractor is what makes
chiropractic unique in health care today. Answer - True
Why is word of mouth communication important in chiropractic? Answer - It
helps keep the communication train going on the philosophy so more can learn
to understand.
True/False: When patients understand the philosophy of chiropractic, they will
visit your office for more than to "just feel better." Answer - True
What makes chiropractic different from other health professions? Answer -
Philosophy
What are the three legs of the Three legged Stool of chiropractics? Answer -
Art, Science, Philosophy
Definition of Philosophy Answer - The study of the laws and causes underlying
reality, leading to an understanding of its fundamental nature.
