Philosophically, we can never fully understand or explain “abnormal” physiological function. It may be a manifestation of the innate intelligence of the body adapting or it may a serious medical condition that necessitates immediate attention. That is one reason why we do not address it in practice.
There appears to be a resurgence of interest in the philosophy of chiropractic today, especially the writings of D.D. and B.J. This is great and is definitely good for the straight chiropractic message that our Founder and Developer desired to see propagated. That said, I believe it is important that we also promote our chiropractic … Read more
Here is a free 50 min talk given by Dr. Joe Strauss in the 90’s. The presentation addresses the need to put aside our political battles and concentrate on getting the message out. https://chiropracticoutsidethebox.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/Freedownload01.mp3
The amount of force created by intelligence is always 100% (Principle #9). That’s a simple, straight forward principle. In other words, the innate intelligence of the body never creates less or more force than is necessary. The confusing aspect of this principle for many students is the use of the word “amount” which connotes the … Read more
The innate intelligence is the non-material part of material man. The brain is the material part of non-material man.
The philosophy of chiropractic does not come naturally. It must be taught. Why do we think that the practice of non-therapeutic, straight chiropractic and its approach to case management will come naturally? It must be taught also. Dr. Joe Strauss’ classic book, Case Management for Straight Chiropractors is now available as a downloadable ebook. It … Read more
The late Joseph Keating, in an article for Chiropractic Technique, contended that the success of rationalism and uncritical empiricism has hardened chiropractors against the value of clinical methods. The fact is that the very philosophy of chiropractic does not lend itself to critical empirical evaluation. If chiropractic is a treatment for xyz disease, then it … Read more
Nelson says that to understand and explain chiropractic science it is not necessary for us to have a preconceived notion as to how the universe is made up. In other words, a philosophy is not needed. Unfortunately, all thinking people do have a preconceived notion as to how the universe is made up and how … Read more
It’s no secret that I do not agree with most practice management consultants (PMC’s). A particular one sends me his free email a couple of times a week. I signed up for it because his promo sounded interesting, although after reading it for a few weeks I cannot for the life of me think of … Read more
Our country “needed the very doctrinal Declaration of Independence to make the United States of America. You cannot agree about nothing any more than you can quarrel about nothing.”- G.K. Chesterton Those calling for unity do not want an agreed upon declaration of what chiropractic is. They want “every man doing what is right in … Read more