Which two sources govern chiropractic practice in Texas?

• A. The Federal Chiropractic Act and TBCE rules.
• B. The Chiropractic Board guidelines and the Health Code.
• C. The Texas Chiropractic Act (Occupations Code) and TBCE rules.
• D. The Texas Medical Practice Act and TBCE policies.

Answer: (C)

Regulatory framework for chiropractic practice in Texas comes from statutes enacted by the Legislature and the rules the TBCE adopts to implement those statutes. The Texas Chiropractic Act, in the Occupations Code, sets the legal authority, defines what constitutes chiropractic practice, outlines licensure requirements, and establishes penalties for violations. The TBCE rules provide the detailed standards for practicing, including scope of practice, continuing education, licensure procedures, and disciplinary processes. Federal laws don’t govern Texas chiropractors, and the Texas Medical Practice Act applies to physicians, not chiropractors. So the two sources are the Texas Chiropractic Act (Occupations Code) and TBCE rules.