Find movement again through osteopathic manual therapy.
What is Osteopathy?
Osteopathic manual treatments are centered around a full body layered approach that understands the intricate connection of structure and function within the body. Practitioners utilize a variety of hands on techniques to identify problematic areas and are constantly reassessing and treating the body to foster an understanding of collective mechanics.
FAQs
Why should you see an Osteopath?
By considering the interplay of joints, muscles, ligaments and organs with their nerves, blood and lymphatics, Osteopathy seeks to optimize the body's inherent ability of self healing. This comprehensive approach extends beyond symptom relief embracing a philosophy that recognizes the interconnection of various bodily systems. Osteopathy often is used to address pain, improve mobility and enhance overall well-being fostering the equilibrium of health.
Where did Osteopathy come from?
Osteopathy originated in the late 19th century in the United States, founded by Andrew Taylor Still. Dr. Still created osteopathic manipulative techniques to address dysfunctions in the body and promote wellness. Since then, osteopathy has evolved and gained recognition worldwide as a complementary and alternative form of medicine focused on treating the whole person, not just the symptoms.
What is involved in an Osteopathic treatment?
An osteopathic treatment involves in an initial evaluation comprising of a review of your present and past medical history and an examination that will usually involve the assessment of mobility, position and vitality (texture) of almost all structures of your body, from head to toe.
Following the evaluation the osteopath, through manual pressure and techniques will try to improve areas where there is decreased mobility, where the texture of the tissues and the position of the structures does not appear to be ideal. The osteopath will usually treat you in the area where you have pain and are experiencing problems but may work in areas to you may appear to be far and unrelated. This is because osteopathy is patient centered and not injury centered and sees you as a functional, integrated whole.
How long do sessions last?
Usually sessions last from anywhere between 30-45 minutes.
Are Osteopathic treatments painful?
Osteopathic treatment is usually very gentle. There may be at times certain techniques that are uncomfortable and slightly painful. You may be sore for a few days after treatment but this should usually subside within 24-48 hours. You should always discuss any discomfort with the osteopath if techniques are painful and if you are sore after treatment.
What do Osteopathic treatments help with?
Osteopathic Manual Practitioners can help to manage a range of previously diagnosed conditions through structure and function of the body.
These include: Neck and back pain, arthritis, sciatic, headaches, vertigo, painful menstruation, repetitive strain and overuse issues, pregnancy related discomfort, tendinitis, sports injuries, concussion symptoms.
How long before I should see progress?
For the vast majority of conditions you should begin to notice improvement after only a few sessions. It is important that you follow the advice given to you and work on your problem even when you step out of the office. If you are not experiencing any improvement after 3 or 4 sessions, we will discuss this and try to help you ensure that you are getting the best possible care including referring you elsewhere if necessary. The goal is truly to help you feel better as quickly as possible.