Oklahoma § 59-161.2 - Scope of practice of chiropractic
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 59-161.2 — Scope of practice of chiropractic, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 59-161.2. Scope of practice of chiropractic
A. Chiropractic is the science and art that teaches health in
anatomic relation and disease or abnormality in anatomic
disrelation, and includes hygienic, sanitary and therapeutic
measures incident thereto in humans. The scope of practice of
chiropractic shall include those diagnostic and treatment services
and procedures which have been taught by an accredited chiropractic
college and have been approved by the Board of Chiropractic
Examiners.
B. A chiropractic physician may engage in the practice of
animal chiropractic diagnosis and treatment if certified to do so by
the Board. A licensed chiropractic physician may provide
chiropractic treatment to an animal without being certified in
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animal chiropractic diagnosis and treatment by the Board if an
animal has been referred to the chiropractic physician by a licensed
veterinarian in writing.
Added by Laws 1991, c. 265, § 2, eff. Oct. 1, 1991. Amended by Laws
2000, c. 131, § 1, eff. Nov. 1, 2000; Laws 2019, c. 213, § 1, eff.
Nov. 1, 2019.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 59-161.2
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 59-161.2 cover?
Section 59-161.2 ("Scope of practice of chiropractic") is part of the Oklahoma Statutes, the codified statutory law of Oklahoma. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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