In this episode of the Rocket Chiro Podcast, Jerry tackles a topic that comes up often in chiropractic circles: the fear of “losing the profession.” Where does this fear come from, and is it justified?

Jerry explores five key fears that often drive this concern:

1. Losing Chiropractic Identity The never-ending debate between subluxation-based vs evidence-based chiropractors continues to divide the profession. Jerry shares why this internal conflict may be doing more harm than good, and why the “real chiropractor” argument is a dead-end.

2. Becoming Like Osteopaths What happens if chiropractic loses its distinctiveness? Jerry explains why drifting toward drugs and surgery undermines the very foundation of chiropractic care.

3. Losing Autonomy Like PTs Could chiropractors become mere technicians under the thumb of medical gatekeepers? Jerry unpacks the risks of giving up professional independence for the sake of integration.

4. Over-Restricting Scope of Practice From subluxation-only to short-term pain relief only, both ends of the spectrum are pushing for a narrower version of chiropractic. Jerry offers a balanced take on where scope discussions go off the rails, and where raising the bar might actually help.

5. Insurance Regulation and Reimbursement This is the fear that hits closest to home. Jerry breaks down how forced insurance participation and restricted reimbursement could severely limit chiropractic care, and what chiropractors need to watch out for moving forward.

Final Thoughts: The biggest threat to the profession may not be any of these five fears, but rather the lack of agreement about what chiropractic actually is. Without a shared understanding, it’s hard to communicate chiropractic's value to the public, policy makers, or even each other.

Jerry’s Definition (for now): "Chiropractic is a drug-free, non-surgical form of care focused on evaluating and improving the function of the spine and joints. Chiropractic care is designed to restore motion, reduce discomfort, and enhance the body's natural ability to function and heal."

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