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Mainstreaming chiropractic: tracing the American Chiropractic Association.

R L Plamondon

    Chiropractic History : the Archives and Journal of the Association for the History of Chiropractic
    |December 1, 1993
    PubMed
    Summary

    The American Chiropractic Association (ACA) evolved through multiple mergers, beginning in 1906. Key amalgamations in 1930 and 1963 formed the ACA structure recognized today.

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    Area of Science:

    • Chiropractic professional organizations
    • History of chiropractic associations

    Background:

    • The modern American Chiropractic Association (ACA) is the result of a historical consolidation of various chiropractic bodies.
    • Understanding the ACA's formation is crucial for tracing the evolution of chiropractic professional representation.

    Observation:

    • The Universal Chiropractic Association (UCA) was founded in 1906.
    • The original American Chiropractic Association (ACA) was established in 1922.
    • These two organizations merged in 1930 to create the National Chiropractic Association (NCA).

    Findings:

    • In 1963, the NCA merged with the New American Chiropractic Association (ACA), which included a faction from the International Chiropractors Association (ICA).
    • The comprehensive integration of all NCA assets, resources, and membership into the new ACA was finalized by 1964.

    Implications:

    • The ACA's formation through mergers highlights a history of consolidation within the chiropractic profession.
    • This evolutionary process shaped the structure and influence of chiropractic professional bodies over time.

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