Chiropractic is a branch of healthcare that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the bones, joints and muscles of the body, especially involving the spine, and the effects of these conditions on the nervous system and health in general. Doctors of chiropractic (also referred to as chiropractors) commonly treat musculoskeletal symptoms, such as back and neck pain, headaches, pain in the arms or legs, and many other conditions. Chiropractic offers patients a hands-on approach to healthcare that is drug-free, including patient examination, diagnosis and treatment.
Chiropractors utilise many common medical tests, such as clinical examination, x-rays, and blood tests, to determine the most appropriate care for each patient. The primary objective of chiropractic evaluation is to locate disorders of the segments (vertebrae) of the spine, known as “subluxations,” in which the movement and/or position between adjoining vertebrae is restricted and/or misaligned. Chiropractors correct subluxations using “chiropractic adjustments,” sometimes referred to as “spinal manipulations,” by applying specific forces to the involved joints using the hands or an instrument. A chiropractic adjustment restores the abnormal movement and/ or position of the affected joint, which reduces the strain on the surrounding tissues. Thus, correcting subluxations alleviates pain and muscle tightness and permits healing.
Chiropractors are also trained to recommend therapeutic and rehabilitative exercises, as well as to provide nutritional, stress management, and lifestyle counselling, but they do not prescribe drugs or perform surgery. Many chiropractors also use physical therapy modalities, such as massage, ultrasound, electric and heat therapy, as well as the application of structural supports like tapes and braces. When chiropractic care is not the best treatment option for a patient’s condition, or co-management with another healthcare provider is warranted, chiropractors are trained to refer patients to other members of the healthcare team.
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EXAMINATIONS
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REQUIREMENTS
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| A-Levels | DEE (minimum D in 1 science subject / Mathematics) |
| STPM | CGPA 2.75 |
| Australian Matriculation | 65% aggregate (not less than 60% in 1 science subject / Mathematics) or TER / UAI / ENTER / ATAR 75 |
| NCEA Level 3 | 60% aggregate (not less than 70% in 1 science subject / Mathematics) |
| Canadian Grade 12/13 | 70% aggregate (not less than 70% in 1 science subject / Mathematics) |
| Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) | B6 in 5 subjects (including 1 science subject / Mathematics) |
| Australian University Foundation Programmes | 70% aggregate in 4 best subjects (not less than 60% in 1 science subject / Mathematics) |
| Indian Pre-University | Average 70% aggregate in 6 subjects (not less than 60% in 1 science subject / Mathematics) |
| Ministry of Education Matriculation | CGPA 2.50 (including 1 science / Mathematics) OR CGPA 2.50 or 60% or CCC (including 1 science subject / Mathematics) in Asasi Sains |
| International Baccalaureate (IB) | 26 points (including one science subject / Mathematics at Higher Level) |
| American High School Diploma with Advanced Placement (AP) | CGPA 2.70 (2 subjects must be AP courses including 1 science subject / Mathematics) |
| Foundation in Biosciences | CGPA 2.50 or 60% or CCC |
| Foundation in Engineering | CGPA 2.50 or 60% or CCC |
| Foundation in Science | CGPA 2.50 or 60% or CCC |
| Degree | CGPA 2.00 |
| Diploma in Science, Diploma in Microbiology, Diploma in related Sciences field, Diploma in Traditional and Complementary Medicine |
CGPA 2.75 |
Please refer to the University for any variation on entry requirement.
The IMU reserves the right to change these admission requirements from time to time.
Applicants are required to have one of these at the point of entry:
| MUET | Band score of 3 (for Malaysian students only) |
| IELTS | Overall band score of 5.5. Those who opt for overseas optionmust achieve an overall band score of 7.0 |
Students without IELTS or MUET can opt to sit for the Password English Test which is available only in IMU and must obtain the equivalent score required for IELTS. Students who have successfully enrolled using the Password English Test are still required to sit for MUET and (or) IELTS exam within the first year of their studies in IMU. This is ONLY applicable to those who are completing the entire degree in IMU, Malaysia. Please contact Admissions Office for further details or to register for the test.
All registered students are required to take the IMU Diagnostic Language Test during the first semester. Please refer to the University for any variation on entry requirement.
All qualifications should include any two science subjects (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics) at STPM/A-Levels/equivalent qualification
Please contact Admission Office for further information on qualifications from Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Bangladesh, South Korea, China, Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda and Iran
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