"MS" After a Chiropractor's Name: Master of Science Credential Explained
MS = Master of Science, a postgraduate academic degree.
In Chiropractic Context
- Chiropractors earn a Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) as their first professional degree (4 years post-baccalaureate).
- MS after DC indicates additional master's-level training in a specialty:
- Sports science / sports chiropractic.
- Orthopedics / musculoskeletal rehabilitation.
- Neurology (DACNB diplomate often includes MS).
- Nutrition, public health, education, research.
- May also denote a concurrent or prior MS in a related field (e.g., MS in Exercise Science before DC).
Other Common Chiropractic Postgraduate Credentials
- DACBR: Diplomate, American Chiropractic Board of Radiology.
- DACNB: Diplomate, American Chiropractic Neurology Board.
- CCSP: Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician.
- CSCS: Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA).
Verification
Check state licensing board and specialty board directories. "MS" alone does not indicate clinical specialty—verify the field of study.
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