Q: Is chiropractic care safe? A: Yes. In the words of the New Zealand government's inquiry, chiropractic care is "remarkably safe." Numerous U.S. government agency studies have concluded that chiropractic care is very safe. Insurance companies also recognize the safe aspects of chiropractic care and offer significantly lower malpractice insurance rates when compared to medical doctors. As in any health profession, a thorough consultation, history, and examination lowers treatment risks even more.