Meaning & use

chiropractor

noun·Everyday

A healthcare practitioner who treats problems of the spine, joints, and muscles mainly by manual manipulation.

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After weeks of back pain, she finally made an appointment with a chiropractor.

The chiropractor gently adjusted his neck to relieve the persistent stiffness.

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Chiropractors are licensed healthcare professionals distinct from massage therapists, focusing specifically on spinal alignment and the nervous system.

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