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Osteopathy
Osteopathy was founded in 1874 by Dr. Andrew Taylor Still. By enhancing the body's natural healing abilities, Dr. Still sought a holistic approach to disease and wellness. Today's osteopathy combines traditional medical practices with osteopathic manipulation, physical therapy, and patient education. Healthy postures and body positioning are integral to osteopathy.
Practitioners of osteopathy receive regular medical training and special instruction in osteopathic and homeopathic medicine. Many osteopathic doctors belong to the American Osteopathic Association and the American Medical Association. An osteopathy practitioner uses his/her hands to diagnose and treat physical ailments. Osteopathy is different than chiropractic, though both medical systems involve spinal manipulation.
Osteopathy concentrates on the neuromuscular system and offers manipulation to treat a wide range of ailments. Osteopathic doctors believe the body, mind, and soul are interconnected. Thus, osteopathy treats the whole system, not just a patient's primary symptoms. Massage, mobilization, and spinal manipulation are the primary techniques used in osteopathy.
Osteopathy has been proven useful for a variety of injuries and illnesses. Western medical studies has shown that osteopathic treatments can reduce lower back pain, improve acute ankle injuries, increase peak flow rates in children with asthma, treat tennis elbow, and more. Osteopathy may also be beneficial during rehabilitation after hip and knee replacement surgery. Preliminary medical evidence shows that osteopathy may also be helpful in treating asthma, COPD, depression, fibromyaglia, menstrual pain, neck pain, emphysema, and other conditions.
While osteopathy is just as safe as traditional western medicine, there are some risks associated with this practice. Osteopathy may not be appropriate for some individuals, including people who suffer from infections, arthritis, tumors, bone or cardiovascular conditions, some forms of cancer, and bleeding conditions. If you are interested in osteopathy, you may wish to contact an osteopathic doctor who can evaluate your condition to determine whether or not osteopathy is right for you.
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