noun
- a system of treating diseases and disorders by manipulating the spine and other joints, based on the theory that misalignment of bones interferes with nerve function
Usage: usually treated as uncountable; alternative medicine practice
Examples
- She studied chiropractics in graduate school and became a licensed chiropractor.
- Many people turn to chiropractics for relief from back pain.
- Chiropractics focuses on the relationship between body structure and function.
- Insurance coverage for chiropractics varies by plan.
- He has been receiving chiropractics treatment for his neck injury.