Chiropractor License in New York

New York provides a scope-of-practice description but limited licensing details. New York licensed chiropractors earn the D.C. (Doctor of Chiropractic) degree and are classified as independent health care professionals. They treat conditions related to the spine by manipulating misaligned vertebrae using hands, mechanical, and electrical instruments. Work experience is required per the structured fields, and continuing education is mandatory for renewal. The NYS Education Department's State Board for Chiropractic oversees licensure, which is notable as New York regulates chiropractic through the Education Department rather than a health department. No criminal record or physical requirement details are listed.