A Reference Guide to Chiropractic Medicine Including Its History, Philosophy, Treatment Techniques, and More

By: Sand, Charlene

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This book provides a comprehensive overview of chiropractic medicine, a health care discipline and profession that emphasizes the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system under the hypothesis that these disorders affect general health through the nervous system. Chiropractic medicine is generally categorized as complementary and alternative medicine. Treatment techniques mostly involve manual therapy, including manipulation of the spine, other joints, and soft tissues, along with exercises and lifestyle counseling. Read about chiropractic specialties and other treatment methods including spinal adjustment, activator technique, applied kinesiology, and much more.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1276193742
• ISBN13: 9781276193740
• Release Date: January 1
• Publisher: Webster's Digital Services
• Length: 162 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.4" x 9.6"