--- title: "A Book to Know: Assessing and Treating Culturally Diverse Clients" description: A Book to Know DEI healthcare image: https://voice.lifewest.edu/hubfs/The%20Voice%20A%20Book%20to%20Know%20DEI.jpg --- [Skip to content](https://voice.lifewest.edu/a-book-to-know-assessing-and-treating-culturally-diverse-clients#main-content) This is a search field with an auto-suggest feature attached. - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. 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Check out this book from the Learning Commons! 😊 📖 A Book to Know: Assessing and Treating Culturally Diverse Clients by Freddy A. Panigua This essential resource is designed specifically for healthcare providers, including chiropractors, offering practical strategies to assess and treat patients from a wide range of cultural backgrounds. In the book, Panigua emphasizes the importance of "understanding the role of culture in health and healing practices" and provides evidence-based approaches to ensure that your chiropractic care is inclusive and effective for all patients. Panigua addresses topics such as cultural humility, the impact of historical trauma on health, and adapting manual therapies to suit diverse needs. He also explores how clinicians can create a welcoming environment for patients by acknowledging cultural differences and offering personalized treatment plans. This book is a must-read for anyone looking to improve their cultural competence and provide more effective, empathetic care! We encourage all students and faculty to explore this book, along with the rest of our ✨DEI book collection✨, to enrich your understanding of diversity in chiropractic practice. Visit the Learning Commons (Library) today! 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