Public perception of chiropractic in the Taiwanese population: a cross-sectional survey
Abstract Background Research on perception of chiropractic is abundant in Western contexts, yet sparse in Asia. This study aims to bridge this gap by examining the perceptions of chiropractic among Taiwanese adults, focusing on demographics, utilisation, beliefs, and understanding. Methods An adapte...
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| description | Abstract Background Research on perception of chiropractic is abundant in Western contexts, yet sparse in Asia. This study aims to bridge this gap by examining the perceptions of chiropractic among Taiwanese adults, focusing on demographics, utilisation, beliefs, and understanding. Methods An adapted survey with 27 close-ended items was administered to assess Taiwanese adults’ perception of chiropractic. The electronic survey, using Qualtrics, was delivered worldwide via Taiwanese Facebook groups from January 31 to March 31, 2024. Descriptive statistics, including frequencies and cross tabulations, were performed. Results A total of 769 individuals were surveyed, with 475 participants providing complete data. Over half of the participants (62%) had never visited a chiropractor, but in those who had visited a chiropractor 78% reported satisfaction. Of 475 participants, 45% considered chiropractic care safe while 34% were unsure. Though almost half (42%) were unclear about what chiropractors do, most participants (67%) expressed interest in learning more. Among the 151 participants with prior experience of chiropractic care, the demographic profile was 54% women, and individuals aged 28 to 37 (44%), and those with an undergraduate degree (52%) were most common. Conclusion Overall, our study found a positive perception and high acceptance of chiropractic among the Taiwanese population; however, generalisability may be limited due to the risk of selection bias. An understanding of the chiropractic profession was notably limited. Hence, efforts are needed to enhance awareness of chiropractic accreditation, clinical competencies, and its potential role in public healthcare in Taiwan. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-17508a53e0dd4a8a828c964dbb5a15cb2025-08-20T03:01:23ZengBMCChiropractic & Manual Therapies2045-709X2025-03-013311810.1186/s12998-025-00571-6Public perception of chiropractic in the Taiwanese population: a cross-sectional surveyHan-Hao Chang0Katie de Luca1Matthew Fernandez2Ann Quinton3School Health, Medical and Applied Sciences, CQUniversitySchool Health, Medical and Applied Sciences, CQUniversitySchool Health, Medical and Applied Sciences, CQUniversitySchool Health, Medical and Applied Sciences, CQUniversityAbstract Background Research on perception of chiropractic is abundant in Western contexts, yet sparse in Asia. This study aims to bridge this gap by examining the perceptions of chiropractic among Taiwanese adults, focusing on demographics, utilisation, beliefs, and understanding. Methods An adapted survey with 27 close-ended items was administered to assess Taiwanese adults’ perception of chiropractic. The electronic survey, using Qualtrics, was delivered worldwide via Taiwanese Facebook groups from January 31 to March 31, 2024. Descriptive statistics, including frequencies and cross tabulations, were performed. Results A total of 769 individuals were surveyed, with 475 participants providing complete data. Over half of the participants (62%) had never visited a chiropractor, but in those who had visited a chiropractor 78% reported satisfaction. Of 475 participants, 45% considered chiropractic care safe while 34% were unsure. Though almost half (42%) were unclear about what chiropractors do, most participants (67%) expressed interest in learning more. Among the 151 participants with prior experience of chiropractic care, the demographic profile was 54% women, and individuals aged 28 to 37 (44%), and those with an undergraduate degree (52%) were most common. Conclusion Overall, our study found a positive perception and high acceptance of chiropractic among the Taiwanese population; however, generalisability may be limited due to the risk of selection bias. An understanding of the chiropractic profession was notably limited. Hence, efforts are needed to enhance awareness of chiropractic accreditation, clinical competencies, and its potential role in public healthcare in Taiwan.https://doi.org/10.1186/s12998-025-00571-6TaiwaneseTaiwanChiropracticPerceptionSurvey |
| spellingShingle | Han-Hao Chang Katie de Luca Matthew Fernandez Ann Quinton Public perception of chiropractic in the Taiwanese population: a cross-sectional survey Chiropractic & Manual Therapies Taiwanese Taiwan Chiropractic Perception Survey |
| title | Public perception of chiropractic in the Taiwanese population: a cross-sectional survey |
| title_full | Public perception of chiropractic in the Taiwanese population: a cross-sectional survey |
| title_fullStr | Public perception of chiropractic in the Taiwanese population: a cross-sectional survey |
| title_full_unstemmed | Public perception of chiropractic in the Taiwanese population: a cross-sectional survey |
| title_short | Public perception of chiropractic in the Taiwanese population: a cross-sectional survey |
| title_sort | public perception of chiropractic in the taiwanese population a cross sectional survey |
| topic | Taiwanese Taiwan Chiropractic Perception Survey |
| url | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12998-025-00571-6 |
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