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From Gallup and Palmer College of Chiropractic, the "first ever nationally representative annual survey" measuring "perceptions of, and experiences with, chiropractic among U.S. adults"
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» Definitions
Updated February 2016
- A - B
- Anatomy
- The study of the human body; more specifically, the skeleton.
- » Find it: FAQ
- Biomechanics
- The study of the action of external and internal forces on the living body, especially on the skeletal system.
- » Find it: FAQ, Myths
- C - D
- Differential Diagnosis
- A systematic method of diagnosing a disorder (e.g., headache) that lacks unique symptoms or signs.
- » Find it: Myths
- Disc Herniation
- A painful rupture of the fibrocartilage of the disc between spinal vertebrae; occurs most often in the lumbar region.
- » Find it: Decompression Therapy
- Dysfunctional
- Malfunctioning, as of an organ or structure of the body.
- » Find it: Our Purpose
- Dysmenorrhea
- Painful menstruation.
- » Find it: Myths
- E - O
- Musculoskeletal
- Relating to or involving the muscles and the skeleton.
- » Find it: Adjustments, ATM2 Treatment
- Neurologist
- A physician specializing in the science of the nerves and the nervous system, especially in the diseases affecting them.
- » Find it: Your First Visit
- Neurology
- The science of the nerves and the nervous system, especially of the diseases affecting them.
- » Find it: FAQ
- Orthopedist
- A specialist in correcting deformities of the skeletal system (especially in children).
- » Find it: Your First Visit
- P - Z
- Pathology
- The scientific study of the nature of disease and its causes, processes, development, and consequences.
- » Find it: FAQ
- Physiology
- The branch of biology dealing with the functions and activities of living organisms and their parts, including all physical and chemical processes.
- » Find it: FAQ
- Posterior Facet Syndrome
- When the facet joints, or the joints connecting the vertebrae, become inflamed, causing pain and stiffness.
- » Find it: Decompression Therapy
- Radiology
- The science dealing with x-rays, especially for medical uses.
- » Find it: Myths
- Sciatica
- A specific painful disorder extending from the buttox/back region down the thigh and into the foot, causing pain and/or numbness.
- » Find it: Decompression Therapy, FAQ
- Subluxations
- A partial dislocation, as of a joint; sprain.
- » Find it: Family Care, FAQ
- TMJ
- Tempromandibular Joint Syndrome; pain at the joint in the jaw, jaw becomes 'locked' or difficult to open wide; chewing food is painful.
- » Find it: FAQ, LiteCure Laser