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chiropractic

[ kahy-ruh-prak-tik ]

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.


chiropractic

/ ˌkaɪrəˈpræktɪk /

noun

  1. 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


chiropractic

  1. 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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Derived Forms

  • ˈchiroˌpractor, noun

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Word History and Origins

Origin of chiropractic1

1895–1900, Americanism; chiro- + -practic < Greek praktikós; practical

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Word History and Origins

Origin of chiropractic1

C20: from chiro- + -practic, from Greek praktikos effective, practical

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Example Sentences

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.

Dr. Steven Margolin founded Longevity Health to provide stellar chiropractic and clinical nutrition care.

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