# Tasks & work activities — chiropractor

Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 29-1011.00 (Chiropractors).

## Task statements

- **[Core]** Recommend and arrange for diagnostic procedures, such as blood chemistry tests, saliva tests, x-rays, or other imaging procedures.
- **[Core]** Perform a series of manual adjustments to the spine or other articulations of the body to correct the musculoskeletal system.
- **[Core]** Evaluate the functioning of the neuromuscularskeletal system and the spine using systems of chiropractic diagnosis.
- **[Core]** Diagnose health problems by reviewing patients' health and medical histories, questioning, observing, and examining patients and interpreting x-rays.
- **[Core]** Maintain accurate case histories of patients.
- **[Core]** Advise patients about recommended courses of treatment.
- **[Core]** Obtain and record patients' medical histories.
- **[Core]** Analyze x-rays to locate the sources of patients' difficulties and to rule out fractures or diseases as sources of problems.
- **[Core]** Counsel patients about nutrition, exercise, sleeping habits, stress management, or other matters.
- **[Core]** Consult with or refer patients to appropriate health practitioners when necessary.
- **[Core]** Suggest and apply the use of supports such as straps, tapes, bandages, or braces if necessary.

## Detailed work activities

- Advise patients on effects of health conditions or treatments.
- Analyze test data or images to inform diagnosis or treatment.
- Apply bandages, dressings, or splints.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to plan or provide treatment.
- Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals.
- Diagnose medical conditions.
- Examine patients to assess general physical condition.
- Gather medical information from patient histories.
- Provide health and wellness advice to patients, program participants, or caregivers.
- Recommend types of assistive devices.
- Record patient medical histories.
- Refer patients to other healthcare practitioners or health resources.
- Schedule patient procedures or appointments.
- Treat patients using physical therapy techniques.