Listen "Are Chiropractors a Scam? (with Trevor Zierke, DC)"
Episode Synopsis
Your Chiropractor’s Not Gonna Love This Episode 😬 I sat down with Trevor Zierke, DC, a disillusioned chiropractor who has a LOT of dirt to share on his field. We dig into the wild world of chiropractic care, from sketchy X-ray sales tactics and essential oil upsells to why some chiropractors think they can cure literally anything with a back crack.We talk red flags (like telling you they can fix your PCOS), green flags (like knowing when to refer out), and why your posture probably isn’t the root of all evil. Trevor also breaks down why some people do feel better after seeing a chiropractor—and why that doesn’t always mean it’s the adjustment doing the work.If you've ever been told your spine is to blame for your kid's ADHD, endo, reflux, or mood swings… buckle up.This episode is for anyone who’s:Curious about the real science behind chiropractic careBeen burned by overpromising, under-delivering clinicsWondering whether adjustments are helpful or just hypedA tired mom who's been told their baby needs spinal work (nope)This one pulls back all the curtains—and probably saves you a (copay or ten).TOPICS COVERED 👇00:00 Introduction and Background of Chiropractic04:11 Trevor's Journey into Chiropractic Education06:58 Philosophy vs. Evidence-Based Practice in Chiropractic10:07 The Variability in Chiropractic Education12:00 Understanding Subluxation and Its Misconceptions14:44 The Religious Undertones in Chiropractic Beliefs17:51 Personal Anecdotes and Experiences with Chiropractic20:48 Conclusion and Final Thoughts23:27 The Limitations of Temperature Scanning in Chiropractic Care26:23 Misleading X-Ray Practices in Chiropractic29:31 The Illusion of Chiropractic Effectiveness32:22 The Risks of Overselling Chiropractic Benefits36:16 Pediatric Chiropractic Care: A Critical Examination41:13 Understanding Correlation vs. Causation in Health Claims50:28 Red Flags in Chiropractic Care53:27 Understanding Chiropractic Treatment Models56:35 The Role of Essential Oils in Chiropractic01:00:51 Debunking Myths in Chiropractic01:04:08 When to See a Chiropractor01:08:47 The Shift to Virtual Chiropractic CareCONNECT WITH TREVOR:Struggling with long-term nagging pain or injuries? Go to his websiteFollow him on InstagramFollow him on TiktokSubscribe to his channel on YoutubeShare your thoughts anonymouslySupport the showLEARN MORE🔥 My Signature 4-Month Program, Nourished & Free®📲 Follow me on Instagram (you'll get to know me pretty quickly!)📖 Check out my Blog for tons of helpful articles SHOW SOME LOVE⭐️ Loved this episode? Leave a 5 star rating on Apple podcasts or Spotify (thank you!) 💌 Help me make more episodes!💰 Support the Show
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