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chi·ro·prac·tic 
[kahy-ruh-prak-tik] Pronunciation Key
[kahy-ruh-prak-tik] Pronunciation Key –noun
| 1. | 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. |
| 2. | a chiropractor. |
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| chi·ro·prac·tic
(kī'rə-prāk'tĭk) Pronunciation Key
n. A system of therapy in which disease is considered the result of abnormal function of the nervous system. The method of treatment usually involves manipulation of the spinal column and other body structures. [chiro- + Greek prāktikos, practical; see practical.] chi'ro·prac'tor n. |
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The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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chiropractic
chiropractic
coined in Amer.Eng. 1898 from Gk. cheir (gen. cheiros) "hand" + praktikos "practical." Chiropractor first recorded 1904.
Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2001 Douglas Harper
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| chiropractic | |
noun | |
| a method of treatment that manipulates body structures (especially the spine) to relieve low back pain or even headache or high blood pressure |
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American Heritage New Dictionary of Cultural Literacy, Third Edition - Cite This Source - Share This
chiropractic [(keye-ruh-prak-tik)]
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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chi'ro·prac'tor n.
chiropractic chi·ro·prac·tic (kī'rə-prāk'tĭk)
n.
A system of therapy that utilizes the recuperative powers of the body and the relationship between the musculoskeletal structures and the functions of the body, particularly of the spinal column and the nervous system, in the restoration and maintenance of health.
chi'ro·prac'tor n.
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