News From Around the World
In New Zealand the September 1997 issue of Consumer magazine reported a survey on use of alternative therapies by 8007 Consumer members. Half (51%) had tried at least one. With Chiropractic being most popular, having the highest satisfaction rating (74%), and being the most regulated
In Canada an August 1997 nationwide poll of 1200 adults, by CTV/Angus Reid, reported that almost half (42%) of Canadian adults use alternative care, and that amongst them chiropractic is by far the most commonly used (59%). There has been a 146% growth rate in the use of alternative care by young adults (age 18 -34) in the past 5 years. 70% of Canadians feel that government plans should cover the cost of alternative care.
In Europe an August 1997 issue of the British Medical Journal reported, "The demarcation lines between medicine and its partners in alternative medicine are rapidly changing with the public's increasing attachment to alternative medicine.
In Israel strong public demand for alternative care has led to the rapid integration of chiropractic services into the primary health care system during the past few years. The health maintenance organizations (HMOs) pay approximately 70% of the cost of chiropractic services.
The traditional health care system is truly a crisis or emergency care system where a person must be sick before gaining its benefits. The chiropractic health care philosophy promotes wellness and disease prevention, making it beneficial and accessible to everyone.
Patrick Ryder
Masters of Chiro
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