D.D. Palmer

D.D. Palmer was a Canadian-born chiropractor and founder of chiropractic care in 1895. He believed that many health issues stem from misalignments in the spine, which he called "subluxations," that interfere with nerve function. By manually adjusting the spine, he aimed to restore proper nerve flow and promote natural healing. His approach focused on the relationship between the spine and overall health, emphasizing the body's innate ability to heal itself without drugs or surgery. D.D. Palmer's work laid the foundation for chiropractic medicine, which remains a popular alternative health practice today.