Bonesetter
Bonesetter
A Bonesetter (/ˈboʊnˌsɛtər/) is a practitioner of joint manipulation. Before the advent of chiropractors, osteopaths, and physical therapists, bonesetters were the main providers of this type of treatment.
Etymology
The term "bonesetter" is derived from the practice's origins. It was initially a role specific to setting or resetting bone fractures. Over time, the term has evolved to include the treatment of other musculoskeletal conditions.
Practice
Traditionally, bonesetters would manually manipulate a patient's bones or joints. This could involve massaging the surrounding tissue, moving the joint, or a quick, forceful movement to realign bones or joints. Today, the practice is considered part of alternative medicine and is often associated with chiropractic care.
Related Terms
- Chiropractic: A health care profession that focuses on disorders of the musculoskeletal system and the nervous system, and the effects of these disorders on general health.
- Osteopathy: A type of alternative medicine that emphasizes physical manipulation of muscle tissue and bones.
- Physical therapy: The treatment of disease, injury, or deformity by physical methods such as massage, heat treatment, and exercise rather than by drugs or surgery.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bonesetter
- Wikipedia's article - Bonesetter
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