RE: X-rays by Chiropractors

[Bruce Bugg <BRUCEB@psc.state.ga.us>]

In Georgia X-rays are licensed and regulated by the state. I'm not sure
of the exact nature of the regulations, but I believe it includes
calibration, testing, etc. of the machine, and training of the operator.

I carry a digital dosimeter (Xetex 415A), and my chiropractor shot it
once, just out of curiosity, with the same setting he uses for a torso
x-ray. It showed a dose of 42 mR, if I remember right.

Bruce Bugg

> -----Original Message-----
> From:	Elizabeth Algutifan
> [SMTP:elizabeth_algutifan@wssrap-host.wssrap.com]
> Sent:	Friday, June 11, 1999 10:54
> To:	Multiple recipients of list
> Subject:	X-rays by Chiropractors
> 
> What average dose is received as a result of chiropractic x-ray
> imaging to
> patients? Just curious because they take several spinal images. Also,
> are there
> special regulations for chiropractors vs. other health care entities
> regarding
> use of x-ray imaging devices? And what about training requirements? I
> know a
> chiropractor bases a great deal of his/her diagnosis and treatment
> recommendations on x-ray images. 
> 
> Realizing this may be a controversial subject,
> I appreciate any comments.
> 
> Elizabeth Algutifan 
> Weldon Spring Site
> Elizabeth_Algutifan@wssrap-host.wssrap.com
> 
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