The ACACOH is membership supported. Established in 1991, in more recent years the ACACOH has been given much national recognition as a professional body promoting Chiropractic while providing a vital contribution to safety and health in workplaces.
The ACACOH has significant interest in political security for the profession. Through its publications, mission, statements of position, media relations and educational opportunities, the ACACOH provides important information on issues relative to the specialty of Chiropractic Occupational Health.
OSHA concludes that every year in the U.S., 1.8 million workers encounter work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). MSDs and injuries are what Doctors of Chiropractic diagnose and treat every day. The comprehensive scientific knowledge and education of the anatomy and biomechanics of the human body sets Chiropractors apart from all other professionals as the best choice for addressing workplace injury prevention as well as accurate diagnosis and treatment of injured employees.