Chiropractic is a primary health care profession, which uses manual techniques to treat the various dysfunctions of the musculo-skeletal system.

Chiropractic is a primary health care profession, which uses manual techniques to treat the various dysfunctions of the musculo-skeletal system and the nervous system. The treatment of choice for chiropractors is the adjustment, or manipulation of joints. By adjusting the various joints in the body, the chiropractor is able to improve range motion in the joints, to reduce tension in the muscles, to improve circulation, and to help the nervous system heal.