Osteopathy is a non forceful, hands on treatment that is a pleasurable, relaxing and an effective approach to pain management and wellness. An Osteopathic Manual Practitioner uses manual techniques to relieve pain and illness by optimizing mobility and restoring function. Pain or illness may result from restrictions and it’s associated effects on body mechanics, blood flow, the lymphatic system, neurological function and organ function.

Through a variety of techniques, Manual Osteopaths treat:

• Lower back pain

• Neck pain

•  Emotional trauma

•  Hormone imbalance

• Chronic pain and inflammation

• TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint Disorders)

• Organ dysfunction

• ADHD, anxiety, mood disorders

• Digestion

• Nerve impingement like sciatica

• Disc herniation and bulge

• Migraines and headaches

• Neurological dysfunction or illness

If you have an acute injury or chronic pain, a treatment session can include a range of techniques:

• Joint mobilization and osteoarticular mobilization to help increase the mobility of a joint or vertebral column and improve alignment.

• Muscle Energy Techniques (MET) which are specific stretching movements, to increase flexibility, range of motion and strength.

• Visceral Manipulation, Craniosacral Therapy, and soft tissues techniques such as trigger point release or massage.