While Chiropractic care has increased among the general population, the utilization amongst Black Americans is about 1% for more than two decades and only 1.6% of chiropractors are Black.
It’s almost common knowledge that Black Americans are the least healthy people in this country. The health disparities that exist in the Black community have been a concern for this nation for decades, yet today Black Americans continue to suffer from almost every health condition disproportionately from their counterparts.
With nearly 70% of the mortality rates in Black Americans due to preventable causes, educating the community on habits for prevention may have a greater impact. This is what chiropractors do every day in practice. Doctor of Chiropractic form relationships with patients that are unique from those of any other health care provider. Chiropractors, therefore, have greater ability and responsibility to influence our community in the habits of prevention and healthy lifestyles. As primary care providers we are trained to diagnose their conditions and to co-manage their care with other health care providers.
It is important to emphasize that there is a need for more representation of Black Chiropractors in the health field. Today, more than ever, Health institutions are acknowledging the importance of Black chiropractors in the profession. They are finally recognizing that the health of the nation cannot be improved until the disparities that exist in the health of Black and other minority communities are improved, and that chiropractic has a role in making this change.
Dr. Thomas P. Canseco – Chiropractor
Fit Vida Chiropractic
4453 Penn Ave Sinking Spring, PA 19608
610-750-6804
