A chiropractor is a licensed healthcare professional who focuses on the body's capability to heal itself, particularly the neuromusculoskeletal system, which includes the bones, nerves, muscles, tendons, and ligaments
. Chiropractors conduct examinations, diagnose conditions, and come up with treatment plans to manage back and neck pain through spinal adjustments to maintain good alignment
. They use spinal manipulation or joint manipulation to realign the spine and other joints, which can help reduce pain, increase range of motion, and improve the body's physical function
. Chiropractors also offer soft-tissue therapy, nutritional advice, and exercise recommendations to improve overall health and well-being
. They do not prescribe pain medication but instead rely on the body's ability to heal itself
. Chiropractors can treat a variety of conditions affecting the nervous system and musculoskeletal system, and their treatment complements traditional medical care
