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Manipulation

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Updated April 03, 2006

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Definition: In the chiropractic field, the term manipulation refers to the procedure in which an application of forces, (in other words, a thrust) is directed and applied to joints and other structures. The manipulation moves the structures past their range of motion, while respecting their anatomical limit.


Bibliography
1 Dr. James Lehmann, emailed notes from the ACA's Task Force on Primary Care, January 4, 2006.

Date Created: April 2, 2006

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