chiropractic
a therapeutic system based primarily upon the interactions of the spine and nervous system, the method of treatment usually being to adjust the segments of the spinal column.
a chiropractor.
Origin of chiropractic
1Words Nearby chiropractic
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How to use chiropractic in a sentence
He tried physical therapy, chiropractic care, epidurals, and cortisone shots, and he finally had surgery.
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Yoga and regular chiropractic care have been worth it to keep my spine happy.
Her back care regimen includes regular yoga practice, chiropractic care and massage.
She learned to slouch, which, for this trained dancer, took some effort and weeks of chiropractic correction afterward.
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British Dictionary definitions for chiropractic
/ (ˌkaɪrəˈpræktɪk) /
a system of treating bodily disorders by manipulation of the spine and other parts, based on the belief that the cause is the abnormal functioning of a nerve
Origin of chiropractic
1Derived forms of chiropractic
- chiropractor, noun
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Cultural definitions for chiropractic
[ (keye-ruh-prak-tik) ]
A system of treating disease and musculoskeletal disorders that involves manipulation of the backbone and other body parts. In chiropractic, disorders of the nerves are considered the cause of illness.
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