chiropractor
noun
chi·ro·prac·tor
ˈkī-rə-ˌprak-tər 
ˌkī-rə-ˈprak-
plural chiropractors
: a licensed health-care professional who treats disorders (such as back and neck pain) chiefly of the musculoskeletal system especially through the manual adjustment or manipulation of the spinal vertebrae to correct nervous system dysfunction : a specialist in chiropractic
The broad field of sports medicine includes many different practitioners, from massage therapists, acupuncturists and chiropractors to osteopaths, physicians, dentists, podiatrists, psychologists and psychiatrists.—
Carol L. Otis
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The chiropractor also alleges that Lindsay is using joint funds to pay personal expenses unrelated to the divorce.
—Esme Mazzeo, Peoplemag, 6 May 2024
In several viral videos, parents and chiropractors detail how lifting baby’s legs up during a diaper change can cause hip and spine problems and make your baby extra gassy.
—Blake Bakkila, Parents, 2 May 2024
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Esme Mazzeo, Peoplemag, 6 May 2024
In several viral videos, parents and chiropractors detail how lifting baby’s legs up during a diaper change can cause hip and spine problems and make your baby extra gassy.
—Blake Bakkila, Parents, 2 May 2024
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“Chiropractor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chiropractor. Accessed 29 May. 2024.
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