chiropractic

/ˌˈkaɪrəˌpræktɪk/
/kaɪrəˈpræktɪk/
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Definitions of chiropractic
  1. 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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    type of:
    intervention, treatment
    care provided to improve a situation (especially medical procedures or applications that are intended to relieve illness or injury)
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