prophylactic adjustment
[pruh-fuh-LAK-tik uh-JUS-muhnt]
nounpl: prophylactic adjustments
ajuste profilático
1. A preventive modification or correction made to equipment, systems, or processes to avoid future problems or failures
The technician performed a prophylactic adjustment to the machinery before the busy season began.
O técnico realizou um ajuste profilático na máquina antes do período de pico.
2. In dentistry, a corrective treatment applied to teeth or bite alignment as a preventive measure
The orthodontist recommended a prophylactic adjustment to prevent future alignment issues.
O ortodontista recomendou um ajuste profilático para prevenir problemas de alinhamento futuros.
3. In spinal health, a chiropractic or medical correction made to prevent structural complications
A prophylactic adjustment of the spine can help prevent chronic pain conditions.
Um ajuste profilático da coluna vertebral pode ajudar a prevenir condições de dor crônica.
This term is commonly used in Brazilian and American healthcare, dentistry, and industrial maintenance contexts. In Brazil, it's particularly prevalent in chiropractic and dental practices, where preventive treatment is increasingly emphasized. The concept reflects a modern healthcare philosophy that prioritizes prevention over reactive treatment.
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