Osteopathic Manual Therapy
What is Osteopathic Manual Therapy
Osteopathy is a way detecting, treating and preventing health problems by moving, stretching and manipulating muscles and joints. Osteopathic Manual Therapy is a form of drug-free, non-invasive manual therapy that focuses on total body health. It treats and strengthens the musculoskeletal framework. The therapists aim is to positively affect the body’s nervous, circulatory, and lymphatic systems.
Osteopathy is based on the principle that the wellbeing of an individual depends on their bones, muscles, ligaments and connective tissue functioning smoothly together. Osteopaths believe their treatments allow the body to heal itself. They use a range of techniques but do not use drugs or surgery, focusing on using holistic and patient-centered approaches.
A core principle behind osteopathy is the idea that the body is an integrated and indivisible whole, and contains self-healing mechanisms that can be utilized as part of the treatment. No part of the body works, or can be considered, in isolation. Relevant psychological and social factors also form part of the process of patient diagnosis.
What Does Osteopathy Treat?
Osteopathy is a primary health care system in some countries, complementary to other medical practices. It is suitable for almost anyone and can contribute to the treatment and management of a wide range of conditions, including:
- Joint Pain
- Lower Back Injuries
- Neck Pain
- Headaches
- Migraines
- Chronic Pain
- Menstrual Pain
- Digestive Issues
- Asthma
The key tools for treatment include listening to the patient’s history, examining muscles and joints and observing movements. A wide range of gentle, non-invasive manual techniques such as deep tissue massage, joint articulation and manipulation are applied therapeutically.
What Do I Need To Bring?
When attending for a treatment please bring a pair of shorts and a loose fitting shirt to change into. Also bring any medical records including X-Rays, MRIs from however long ago.
Osteopathic Treatment in Alberta
There are different levels of training for osteopathic therapists. When searching for a therapist be sure they are a registered member of The Alberta Association of Osteopathic Therapists (AAOMT). AAOMT members are of the highest level of training hours and education, and most recognized by insurance companies in Alberta. All of our therapists are registered members of AAOMT, and have over 5 years training, and extensive experience.
