What is Osteopathy?
Osteopathy was founded in America in the late 1800's by Dr. Andrew Taylor Still. Osteopathy is a science and practice of treating the structures of the body to have an effect on the physiology (function) of the body. Osteopathic treatment is gentle and works by taking pressure and strain off of nerves, arteries, veins and lymphatics. This allows for better neurological communication, blood and lymph flow throughout the body and enables the body to function optimally. After treatment, patients find that they have more energy and that their bodies are able to cope with the stresses of life more easily.
Please visit these sites for more great information:
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What can osteopathy help with?
Some conditions I’ve treated with great success include:
How often do I have to come in for treatments?
Most patients are satisfied with their improvement after 3 to 5 treatments. Usually patients need to come in once a week, until they have reached their health goals. That typically means that patients will come in for 3-5 weeks of treatment one treatment per week. Keep in mind this is a generalization and some patients will require more treatments spread farther apart depending on the severity of the ailment and the amount of time their health issue has been present.
Once my patients have reached their health goals, I recommend coming in for maintenance. This is like an "oil change" and the frequency of visits will depend on how hard you run your "engine". Many patients come in every 3-6 months, some only once a year, and others don't need treatment at all until they have a traumatic event.
Are your fees covered by my work benefits?
Yes, if you have coverage for osteopathic treatments. Many benefit programs do, so contact your provider for details.
If you have any other questions, please contact me.
Osteopathy was founded in America in the late 1800's by Dr. Andrew Taylor Still. Osteopathy is a science and practice of treating the structures of the body to have an effect on the physiology (function) of the body. Osteopathic treatment is gentle and works by taking pressure and strain off of nerves, arteries, veins and lymphatics. This allows for better neurological communication, blood and lymph flow throughout the body and enables the body to function optimally. After treatment, patients find that they have more energy and that their bodies are able to cope with the stresses of life more easily.
Please visit these sites for more great information:
- The Canadian Academy of Osteopathy
- Ontario Osteopathic Association
- Canadian Institute of Classical Osteopathy
If you're reading Wikipedia, keep in mind that it is a publicly edited website and often has misleading and or incorrect information.
What can osteopathy help with?
Some conditions I’ve treated with great success include:
- Back, neck and joint pain
- Muscle tension and strain
- Headaches and migraines
- TMJ disorders
- Sinus problems and congestion
- Vertigo
- Work and sports related injuries
- Edema, swelling and inflammation
- IBS symptoms, constipation and diarrhea
- Menstrual pain
- Prenatal care
- Colic
- Birth Trauma
- Flat head syndrome (brachycephaly or Plagiocephaly)
How often do I have to come in for treatments?
Most patients are satisfied with their improvement after 3 to 5 treatments. Usually patients need to come in once a week, until they have reached their health goals. That typically means that patients will come in for 3-5 weeks of treatment one treatment per week. Keep in mind this is a generalization and some patients will require more treatments spread farther apart depending on the severity of the ailment and the amount of time their health issue has been present.
Once my patients have reached their health goals, I recommend coming in for maintenance. This is like an "oil change" and the frequency of visits will depend on how hard you run your "engine". Many patients come in every 3-6 months, some only once a year, and others don't need treatment at all until they have a traumatic event.
Are your fees covered by my work benefits?
Yes, if you have coverage for osteopathic treatments. Many benefit programs do, so contact your provider for details.
If you have any other questions, please contact me.