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The U.S. spent 2.26 trillion dollars on health care last year, the highest amount of any country in the world. Every year, the world health organization ranks all countries based on overall their health. Where does the United States rank in terms of overall health?

1
12
37
59

In the United States, back pain ranks as the ___ most common reason to visit a physician.

1st
5th
7th
10th

The spinal cord is an extension of what part of the body?

Arms
Legs
Brain
Pelvis

One of the most common back injuries is a slipped, or herniated, disk. What does this mean?

A spinal disk has moved down the spine.
A spinal disk has twisted.
Disk material has bulged into the spinal canal.
None of the above.

A sprain or strain of the ligaments and muscles in the back is one of the most common causes of back pain. How can this occur?

Lifting a heavy object.
Exercising.
In a fall or vehicular accident.
All of the above.

What can be done to prevent back pain?

Maintain a healthy weight.
Exercise regularly.
Lift objects while bending at the knees, not the waist.
All of the above.

In a recent Consumer Reports survey of more than 14,000 subscribers, which back pain professional received the highest level of satisfaction for the patient?

Chiropractor
Physical Therapist
Acupuncture
Physician (specialist or primary care doctor)

Which of the following is never part of chiropractic diagnosis and treatment?

Invasive treatments like surgery.
Manipulations.
X-rays.
Adjustments.

All of the following are normal during and/or immediately following chiropractic treatment except:

A sense of relaxation.
Mild discomfort.
A popping sound.
Severe pain.