Which practice is categorized as a manipulative and body-based therapy?

• A. Alexander Technique
• B. Chiropractic therapies
• C. Aromatherapy
• D. Qi gong

Answer: (B)

The main idea here is identifying therapies that involve hands-on manipulation of the body to affect structure and function. Chiropractors perform manual adjustments of the spine and other joints to restore alignment, mobility, and pain relief. That hands-on manipulation of the musculoskeletal system is exactly what “manipulative and body-based therapy” describes, making chiropractic therapies the best fit.

The other options don’t involve this kind of manual manipulation. The Alexander Technique focuses on posture and movement awareness without hands-on adjustments. Qi gong emphasizes coordinated movements, breathing, and mental focus for balance and energy flow, not joint manipulation. Aromatherapy uses essential oils for therapeutic effects rather than altering the body’s structure through manual techniques.