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
Carol L. OtisExamples of chiropractor in a Sentence
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The warrant also said that Vargas and Arenas had a chiropractor appointment that afternoon.
—Jeff A. Chamer, Charlotte Observer, 13 Feb. 2024
Visiting a chiropractor: Chiropractic care is often also touted as the solution to many health ailments, even seasonal allergies.
—USA TODAY, 22 Mar. 2024
The seat is deep red and features state Rep. Reggie Stoltzfus, state Sen. Michael Rulli and Rick Tsai, a chiropractor.
—Tal Axelrod, ABC News, 19 Mar. 2024
Abasolo, a 43-year-old chiropractor from Miami, is seeking spousal support from Lindsay, 38, according to a filing in the Los Angeles Superior Court.
—Diana Dasrath, NBC News, 2 Jan. 2024
For this, chiropractor recommended bed pillows have unusual stuffings inside them, namely buckwheat and millet hulls.
—Brianna Kamienski, The Arizona Republic, 23 Feb. 2024
Read on to learn about Sabrina Carpenter's parents, Elizabeth and David Carpenter.
Taylor Swift and Sabrina Carpenter's Friendship Timeline
Elizabeth is a chiropractor
Sabrina's mom, Elizabeth, is a chiropractor.
—Skyler Caruso, Peoplemag, 19 Feb. 2024
Before beginning to use a posture corrector, consult with your primary doctor or a chiropractor to determine the cause of the issue.
—Cai Cramer, Peoplemag, 6 Oct. 2023
White, 66, has worked as a chiropractor for Synergy Holistic Health in Charlotte’s Cotswold neighborhood.
—Ames Alexander, Charlotte Observer, 25 Jan. 2024
Jeff A. Chamer, Charlotte Observer, 13 Feb. 2024
Visiting a chiropractor: Chiropractic care is often also touted as the solution to many health ailments, even seasonal allergies.
—USA TODAY, 22 Mar. 2024
The seat is deep red and features state Rep. Reggie Stoltzfus, state Sen. Michael Rulli and Rick Tsai, a chiropractor.
—Tal Axelrod, ABC News, 19 Mar. 2024
Abasolo, a 43-year-old chiropractor from Miami, is seeking spousal support from Lindsay, 38, according to a filing in the Los Angeles Superior Court.
—Diana Dasrath, NBC News, 2 Jan. 2024
For this, chiropractor recommended bed pillows have unusual stuffings inside them, namely buckwheat and millet hulls.
—Brianna Kamienski, The Arizona Republic, 23 Feb. 2024
Read on to learn about Sabrina Carpenter's parents, Elizabeth and David Carpenter.
Taylor Swift and Sabrina Carpenter's Friendship Timeline
Elizabeth is a chiropractor
Sabrina's mom, Elizabeth, is a chiropractor.
—Skyler Caruso, Peoplemag, 19 Feb. 2024
Before beginning to use a posture corrector, consult with your primary doctor or a chiropractor to determine the cause of the issue.
—Cai Cramer, Peoplemag, 6 Oct. 2023
White, 66, has worked as a chiropractor for Synergy Holistic Health in Charlotte’s Cotswold neighborhood.
—Ames Alexander, Charlotte Observer, 25 Jan. 2024
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“Chiropractor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chiropractor. Accessed 23 Apr. 2024.
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