A system of therapy based on the theory that the state of a person's health is

determined in general by the condition of his or her nervous system.

In most cases treatment provided by chiropractors involves

the mechanical manipulation of the spinal column.

Some practitioners employ radiology for diagnosis and use physiotherapy and

diet in addition to spinal manipulation.

Chiropractic does not employ drugs or surgery,

the primary basis of treatment used by physicians.

A chiropractor is awarded the degree of Doctor of Chiropractic, or D.C.,

after completing at least 2 years of premedical studies followed by 4 years

of training in an approved chiropractic school.


from:Mosby's Dictionary (fifth edition)


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