Osteopathic Manipulation
Hands-on treatment addressing structural and functional body issues
About This Treatment
Osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) is a hands-on approach used by osteopathic physicians (DOs) to diagnose, treat, and prevent illness or injury. Practitioners move muscles and joints using techniques including stretching, gentle pressure, and resistance. OMT is based on the principle that the body's structure and function are interrelated and that the body has self-healing abilities.
Benefits
- Reduces pain
- Improves mobility
- Supports body's self-healing
- Enhances blood flow
- Reduces muscle tension
- Improves posture
- Addresses whole body
- Complements medical treatment
What to Expect
The osteopath will conduct a physical examination assessing posture, spine, joints, and tissues. Treatment involves the practitioner using their hands to apply gentle pressure, stretching, or resistance to your body. Techniques vary from gentle to more direct depending on your condition. Sessions typically last 30-45 minutes. You may feel immediate relief or gradual improvement over several sessions.
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