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.

Derived Forms

• ˈchiroˌpractor, noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of chiropractic¹

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of chiropractic¹

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

Example Sentences

He tried physical therapy, chiropractic care, epidurals, and cortisone shots, and he finally had surgery.

From Time

These include different osteopathic or chiropractic techniques, including craniosacral massage.

From Time

Critics quickly pointed out issues8 with the original study9—that there was no actual measure of cell phone use, that the sample was drawn from chiropractic patients rather than the general population, and that there were contradictions in the data.

From Nautilus

The videos became a way, in the King’s words, to educate the public about chiropractic care and to entertain followers.

From Outside Online

Some chiropractors today create viral content to promote their businesses—and chiropractic care in general—situating this trend at the bizarre American intersection of health care, capitalism, and social media.

From Outside Online

Yoga and regular chiropractic care have been worth it to keep my spine happy.

From The Daily Beast

Her back care regimen includes regular yoga practice, chiropractic care and massage.

From The Daily Beast

She learned to slouch, which, for this trained dancer, took some effort and weeks of chiropractic correction afterward.

From The Daily Beast

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

From The Daily Beast