also: しじゅつ
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
Broadly covers medical, cosmetic, massage, and therapeutic treatments; often used in professional contexts like clinics and salons.
整体院で施術を受けた。
I received treatment at a chiropractic clinic.
エステティシャン
The esthetician performed a facial treatment.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
Specifically refers to surgical procedures; more formal than 手術 in some contexts.
医師が緊急の施術を行った。
The doctor performed an emergency surgical procedure.