OSTEOPATHY
Osteopathy is the science of natural medicine that studies the human body by considering the totality of its interrelated systems. Osteopathy is based on biomechanical principals as applied to the body. The main emphasis of the diagnosis and treatment is the restoration of structural integrity of the body. Osteopathy recognizes that pain and dysfunction stem from poor structural integrity of the body systems, including musculoskeletal and visceral systems. It must be emphasized that osteopathy is not an alternative to conventional medicine but can be an effective complement to modern medicine.
Who can benefit from osteopathy?
Osteopathy is effective for people of all ages, from infants to the elderly. It offers an approach with gentle non-invasive techniques. Osteopathy is equally beneficial to athletes (whether professional or armature), individuals with problems stemming from a sedentary job or life style, those exposed to occupational hazards, and to people suffering from a wide range of traumas. Osteopathy can be a complement to medical care for women throughout their pregnancy and to both mothers and babies immediately after the delivery.
What problems can be treated?
- Back and neck pain
- Shoulder and hip pain
- Whiplash
- TMJ Dysfunction
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Repetitive Strain Syndrome
- Fibro-myalgia
- Scoliosis
- Sports Injuries
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- Head Trauma causing disturbances of sight, hearing, taste, cognition etc.
- Vertigo
What medical conditions can be helped?
- Neurological Dysfunctions
- Urological Conditions
- Gynecological Conditions
- Cardiovascular Conditions
- Pulmonary Conditions
- Swallowing difficulties (children)
- Digestive problems
- Headaches/Migraines/Dizziness
- Bed Wetting (children)
Is osteopathic treatment painful?
Ordinarily no. However, it is not uncommon for some patients to feel achy or sore the day after treatment as the body responds to the osteopathic techniques. This is not too dissimilar to the response that most of us feel the day after a new exercise program
Are there adverse effects to consider?
No, there are no adverse effects from having osteopathic treatments. The soreness or any other symptoms that one may experience in the day or two following treatment are simply due to the body adjusting itself and should not last. As mentioned before, any symptoms that do last should be reported to one’s osteopath.
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