Osteopathic (adjective)

1. Relating to osteopathy, a type of alternative medicine that emphasizes the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders.
2. Relating to the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal problems through manual techniques.

Origin:

The word "osteopathic" is derived from the noun "osteopath" which refers to a practitioner of osteopathy, a type of alternative medicine that emphasizes the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal disorders.

Examples:

1. The osteopathic treatment helped her to alleviate her chronic back pain.
2. He received osteopathic care for his chronic neck pain.
3. The osteopathic approach to treating patients with musculoskeletal disorders is holistic.
4. She was trained in osteopathic techniques to realign the spine.
5. The osteopathic manipulation was gentle but effective in treating the musculoskeletal problems.