• Blum CL

• Chiropractic
• Chiropractors
• Intuition
• Open Access Document
• Patient-Centered Care

Narrative: It appears that our intuition is developed through multiple means and different types of internal processing. Apparently how information is conveyed to us, whether spoken or written, has an impact on how we think intuitively. 

I have found that ‘true’ intuition does not compel, its voice is calm and suggestive without demanding, and allows me to consciously disagree. However if the intuitive voice is persistent it usually demonstrates there is something I need to consider. 

Intuition does not force itself upon us and does not talk in an emotionally charged voice. It suggests and allows us to weigh whether or not it fits with logical criteria and what might be best for the patient. Intuition is always patient centred and not about the financial gain of the healthcare provider. 

A healthcare practitioner that can learn to develop their clinical intuition can often help patients in ways other practitioners may not. 

Author keywords: Chiropractic - Chiropractor - Intuition - Patient-centred care - Healing energy

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