American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians™
(ACBSP™)
What are CCSP® & DACSP® Certifications?
The ACBSP promotes the highest standards of excellence and clinical competence for chiropractos specializing in sports medicine and physical fitness
Why Choose a Certified Sports Chiropractor?
The best in healthcare for people of all activity levels – high-caliber athletes, recreational athletes, or those seeking to feel great about engaging in daily activities.
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What Is CCSP®?
Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician® (CCSP®) has completed a minimum of 100 hours of post doctoral education in specialized sports medicine topics and must pass a board examination.
What Is DACBSP®?
Diplomate American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians® (DACBSP®) is the highest level of achievement. The doctor has completed over 300 postgraduate classroom hours, plus over 100 hours of on-field experience. The DACBSP® must pass a rigorous written and practical examination and must complete a written project requirement.
What is The Process Like?
The CCSP® certification requires post-graduate education in chiropractic sports medicine or a closely related discipline. Licensed doctors of chiropractic who satisfy one of the following, and are able to provide official documentation demonstrating such, are eligible to take the CCSP® examination:
- Completed a minimum of 100 hours of postgraduate education in the Certified Chiropractic Sports Physicians® program at an accredited chiropractic college.
- Possess a current Athletic Trainer Certification (ATC)
- Completed a Master’s of Science (MS) degree at an accredited college in an equivalent program in the domain of sports medicine
- Completed the first year of a sports medicine residency program with an accredited college
10 Things You Should Know About Certified Sports Chiropractors
They…
- Possess specialized knowledge of sports injuries and physical fitness
- Are experts in the function of the body during movement, from high-level athletics to everyday activities
- Can help optimize athletic performance by applying an advanced understanding of musculoskelatal finction and performance enhancement
- Offer individualized care that extends beyond spinal adjustment to include direct treatment of muscles, joints and connective tissues
- Focus on total body wellness and reaching optimal functioning, not just reducing pain
- Are immersed in the latest sports medicine research, trends and treatment techniques
- Can integrate seamlessly with other healthcare practitioners to optimize your medical care
- Are passionate proponenets of physical fitness and skilled sports medicine practitioners
- Will help you acheive YOUR peak performance with a breadth and depth of knowledge found only with their specific training
- Comprise the top tier of the chiropractic profession
Hear What Our Patients Are Saying…
“After treatment by my certified sports chiropractor, I was playing entire games when I couldn’t imagine even jogging before treatment… I feel more aware of my body.“
“The certified sports chiropractor I sa taught me simple exercises to strengthen my bacck and prevent recurrences of pain“
“My certified sports chiropractor has been a major contributor to my athletic success, biomechanic improvement and mental stability“