Relax and Support Well-Being with Osteopathic Manual Therapy
Our body has an innate ability to heal itself. However, there are instances when it needs a little assistance, sometimes due to injuries, stress, or illnesses. Osteopathic manual therapy can help give your body the support it needs by promoting the natural healing process.
Osteopathic manual therapy is available for everyone, including infants and children. From office workers to athletes, osteopathic manual therapy can be used to improve posture, manage chronic pain, and prevent the onset of injuries.
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What Is Osteopathic Manual Therapy?
Osteopathic manual therapy usually incorporates stretching exercises and other techniques such as massage. The practice focuses on the principle that the body structure and functions are interrelated. When there is an imbalance in these systems, patients may experience stress, pain, and dysfunction. Osteopathic manual therapy seeks to rebalance the system.
Manual therapy is a crucial part of the treatment process. Osteopathic manual practitioners use their hands and skilled palpation to examine the health of the spine, organs, and soft tissues (muscles, fascia, and ligaments). Affected joints will be treated with gentle manipulation to improve alignment and range of movement.
How Can Osteopathy Help Me?
What to Expect During Your First Appointment
During your first meeting with your osteopathic manual practitioner, you will be asked about the symptoms you’re experiencing. Any information you share with your osteopathic manual practitioner will be confidential, including any details you share about your health and past or current treatments and medications.
Your osteopathic manual practitioner may request that you perform simple movements, such as walking, if they deem that a condition is related to specific areas of your body. You may also be asked to remove some items of clothing so that the affected area of your body can be properly examined. Because of this, we recommend bringing a pair of shorts and a t-shirt or tank top to your appointment.
During your appointment, your osteopathic manual practitioner will conduct a further assessment of the affected area to identify issues and possible treatments. Likely, they will also recommend particular exercises you can perform at home to help ease your condition.
The duration of your first appointment may vary depending on your needs. Your osteopathic manual practitioner may also refer you to another practitioner at One to One Wellness or an outside specialist, depending on their findings.
Overall, osteopathic manual therapy can also be very relaxing. Your stress levels can be reduced, and your body’s efficiency can be improved.
Conditions Osteopathy Can Help Treat
Osteopathic manual therapy patients can range from babies to seniors, and anyone in between. Some of the common conditions that osteopathic manual therapy can treat include:
- Muscle pain, especially back and neck problems
- Sports injuries
- Spine alignment and positioning issues
- Arthritis
- Injuries from motor vehicle accidents
- Joint pain, such as hip or shoulder pain
- Recovery from head trauma and concussions
Benefits of Osteopathic Manual Therapy
Osteopathic manual therapy looks at your body as a whole, not just the affected area in isolation. This can be beneficial for many reasons, including:
- Address any underlying causes of pain
- Minimize joint pain, stiffness, and muscle tension
- Improve range of movement and posture
- Treat spinal issues
- Ease headaches
- Reduce stress
- Encourage blood circulation
- Treat trauma brought about by accidents
- Help pregnant women adjust ot hormonal changes
Discover How Osteopathy Could Benefit You
Whether you’re curious about how osteopathic manual therapy could help you or you’re still unsure of what is causing your condition, our team at One to One Wellness is here to assist you.
We understand how difficult it can be to manage health concerns on top of daily responsibilities. Our team strives to make the weight you’re carrying a little lighter, through collaboration across our team and with you, and by taking a whole body and mind approach.
If you’re ready to book an appointment with an osteopathic manual therapist, you can do so online or by calling the clinic. If you’re still not sure which discipline is the right fit, we encourage you to contact us about a free screening.
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We’re located in the Vertu building, located on Dresden Row and Artillery Place in Downtown Halifax. Underground parking is available.
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- 1535 Dresden Row Suite 210
- Halifax, NS B3J 3T1
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- Fax: 902-425-3774
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- 1535 Dresden Row Suite 210
- Halifax, NS B3J 3T1
- 902-425-3775
- 902-425-3774
- admin@121wellness.ca