The Plain-English Chiropractic Glossary
Every term you’ll hear at a visit (or read on a radiology report), translated honestly.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Alan S. Bader, DC — Chiropractic Physician, Nevada License B-567 · Dr. Bader · Dr. Doyle · Last reviewed: July 2026
AdjustmentSubluxation (chiropractic)Spinal ManipulationMobilizationCavitation (the pop)HVLADiversified TechniqueInstrument-Assisted AdjustingTractionSpinal Decompression (non-surgical)Report of FindingsOrthopedic TestsNeurological ScreeningRed FlagsCauda Equina SyndromeRadiculopathySciaticaDisc HerniationDisc BulgeDegenerative Disc Disease (DDD)Spinal StenosisFacet JointsSacroiliac (SI) JointCervicogenicWhiplash (CAD Injury)Physiotherapy ModalitiesElectrical Muscle StimulationTherapeutic UltrasoundCryotherapyWork HardeningIndependent Medical Evaluation (IME)DC (Doctor of Chiropractic)Palmer College of ChiropracticMaintenance / Wellness CareAcute vs. ChronicCentralizationRange of Motion (ROM)ErgonomicsProprioceptionTrigger Point
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