Explore: The Journal of Science and Healing
Volume 5, Issue 5 , Pages 290-295 , September 2009

The Safety and Effectiveness of Pediatric Chiropractic: A Survey of Chiropractors and Parents in a Practice-Based Research Network

  • Joel Alcantara, BSc, DC

      Affiliations

    • International Chiropractic Pediatric Association, Media, PA
    • Private practice, Alcantara Chiropractic Wellness Care, San Jose, CA
    • Corresponding Author InformationCorresponding Author. Address: 327 N Middletown Rd, Media, PA 19063
    • ,
  • Jeanne Ohm, DC

      Affiliations

    • International Chiropractic Pediatric Association, Media, PA
    • Private practice, Ohm Family Chiropractic, Media, PA
    • ,
  • Derek Kunz, BS

      Affiliations

    • International Chiropractic Pediatric Association, Media, PA

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 This study was funded by the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association, Media, PA.

PII: S1550-8307(09)00207-9

doi: 10.1016/j.explore.2009.06.002

Explore: The Journal of Science and Healing
Volume 5, Issue 5 , Pages 290-295 , September 2009

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