'''Chiropractic''' is a form of [[alternative healthcare]] based upon the [[theory]] that [[subluxations|subluxations]] of the [[spine]] can cause pain and poor [[nerve]] signal transmission.<ref>http://www.internethealthlibrary.com/Therapies/Chiropractic.htm</ref> Proponents of Chiropractic have theorized that the [[vertebrae]] in the human spine can become misaligned, applying extra stress on certain muscles and possibly irritating the hub of a nerve pathway.<ref>http://www.chiroforlife.com/ChiroInfo/aboutchiro.htm</ref> However, the claims of Chiropractors have been in contention for many years, and despite its mainstream nature, it has been alleged that many of the claims regarding the benefits of Chiropractic are exaggerated. | '''Chiropractic''' is a form of [[alternative healthcare]] based upon the [[theory]] that [[subluxations|subluxations]] of the [[spine]] can cause pain and poor [[nerve]] signal transmission.<ref>http://www.internethealthlibrary.com/Therapies/Chiropractic.htm</ref> Proponents of Chiropractic have theorized that the [[vertebrae]] in the human spine can become misaligned, applying extra stress on certain muscles and possibly irritating the hub of a nerve pathway.<ref>http://www.chiroforlife.com/ChiroInfo/aboutchiro.htm</ref> However, the claims of Chiropractors have been in contention for many years, and despite its mainstream nature, it has been alleged that many of the claims regarding the benefits of Chiropractic are exaggerated. |