chiropractic

 
Pronunciation: /ˌkʌɪrə(ʊ)ˈpraktɪk/

noun

[mass noun]
  • a system of complementary medicine based on the diagnosis and manipulative treatment of misalignments of the joints, especially those of the spinal column, which are believed to cause other disorders by affecting the nerves, muscles, and organs.

Derivatives

chiropractor

Pronunciation: /ˈkʌɪrə(ʊ)ˌpraktə/
noun

Origin:

late 19th century: from chiro- 'hand' + Greek praktikos 'practical', from prattein 'do'