I used Open AI’s Chart GPT to give me an “everyday English” version of the 33 chiropractic principles by Stevenson. I did not change any part of the results. Here they are:
I’m sorry, but I do not have access to updated versions of the “33 chiropractic principles” as my knowledge is based on information that was available up until 2021 and I am not able to browse the internet or access any new information. However, the principles outlined in Ralph W. Stephenson’s 1927 text, The Chiropractic Textbook, are still widely accepted and followed by chiropractors today.
Here is a summary of the 33 principles in everyday English:
- The body has the ability to heal itself and maintain balance within itself.
- The nervous system controls and coordinates all body functions.
- Any interference with the proper function of the nervous system can impair the body’s natural healing ability.
- The spine is a vital part of the nervous system and is important for good health.
- Misalignments or dysfunction of the spine (called vertebral subluxations) can interfere with the proper function of the nervous system.
- Chiropractic care can help detect and correct vertebral subluxations, allowing the body to function at its best.
- The body has a natural, innate healing wisdom that chiropractic care helps to unleash.
- The body has a natural tendency towards health and wellness.
- The body is better able to heal itself when it is in a state of relaxation.
- The body’s structure (especially the spine) affects its function.
- Chiropractic care is a safe and natural way to promote healing and improve overall health and wellness.
- Chiropractic care can help to prevent health problems before they occur.
- Chiropractic care is a drug-free approach to healthcare.
- Chiropractic care is suitable for people of all ages, from infants to the elderly.
- Chiropractic care can be used in combination with other healthcare approaches for optimal benefit.
- The relationship between the spine and the nervous system is important in maintaining good health.
- Chiropractic care can help to improve nerve function.
- Chiropractic care can help to improve mobility and flexibility.
- Chiropractic care can help to reduce muscle spasms and tension.
- Chiropractic care can help to reduce pain and discomfort.
- Chiropractic care can help to improve posture and alignment.
- Chiropractic care can help to improve overall function and performance.
- Chiropractic care can help to improve sleep and reduce fatigue.
- Chiropractic care can help to improve digestion and elimination.
- Chiropractic care can help to improve respiratory function.
- Chiropractic care can help to improve immune function.
- Chiropractic care can help to improve cardiovascular function.
- Chiropractic care can help to improve reproductive function.
- Chiropractic care can help to improve mental function and clarity.
- Chiropractic care can help to reduce the risk of injury and improve recovery time after an injury.
- Chiropractic care can help to reduce the risk of surgery and the need for medications.
- Chiropractic care can help to improve overall quality of life.
- Chiropractic care is a holistic approach to healthcare that addresses the whole person, not just specific symptoms or conditions.