Chiropractic

/ˌkaɪrəˈpræktɪk/ noun

Definition

a system of treatment based on manipulation of the spine and joints

Etymology

From Greek cheir 'hand' + praktikos 'practical'; literally 'done by hand'

Kelly Says

Chiropractic literally means 'done by hand' - it's all about using manual manipulation rather than drugs or surgery!

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