Osteopathy

Osteopathy is guided by the principle that a body’s structure and its functioning are interrelated.

It recognizes that the body is a unit, self-organized into ‘systems’ (i.e. musculoskeletal, circulatory, digestive, etc.) that work together in an orchestrated fashion. Like an orchestra expressing a melody, a body that is “in tune” will be best able to express health.

Osteopathic practitioners are trained to consider the anatomical, physiological, and bio-mechanical interrelationships that exist within the body. They rely on the finesse of their palpation to perceive the unique needs of the client, a skill that builds through both experience and practicing presence. During assessment/ treatment, manual (hands-on) techniques applied may involve gentle compression and stretching of the tissues (i.e. muscles, joints, organs, fascia), often coordinated with specific muscular contraction from the client themselves, to promote normal tissue tone, circulation, and mobility. In this way, osteopathy offers significant support to a person’s well-being and can be an excellent compliment to other therapeutic approaches.

Osteopathic practitioners can help if you are experiencing problems such as:

  • Neck and back pain and tension

  • Headaches

  • Sleep or energy issues

  • Sports injuries

  • Concussion

  • Injuries from car accidents

  • Repetitive strain injuries

  • Joint or muscle pain

  • Digestive, respiratory or menstrual problems

  • Pre and post-natal support

  • Jaw dysfunction

Here are some additional resources that can help explain what osteopathy is and how it can help: