People who aren’t familiar with osteopathy may not be aware of the sorts of things that an Osteopath may be able to help with. Osteopathy treats the body as an interconnected organism and brings the whole body back into balance. That said, the following is a list of issues that an osteopath may be able to help with–
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Acute/chronic musculoskeletal pain
Back pain, joint pain, muscular tension/spasms, plantar fasciitis, degenerative disc disease, scoliosis, disc herniation, carpal tunnel syndrome, TMJ dysfunction sprains, fractures, tendinopathy, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, scar tissue etc.
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Neurological
Shooting nerve pain, sciatica, headaches, migraines, concussion, etc.
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Cardiovascular
Circulatory disorders in extremities, venous congestion, edema, palpitations, tightness in chest, etc.
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Digestive Issues
Gas, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, hiatal hernia, colitis, gastritis, acid reflux, indigestion, etc.
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Gynecological
Menstrual pain, fibrosis, cystitis, functional infertility, incontinence, etc.
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Pre/postnatal
monitoring and preparation for delivery (ligaments, muscles, pelvis, pelvic floor, etc.), providing optimal mobility for childbirth, etc.
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Post surgical
Scar tissue, strengthening, etc.
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Autonomic nervous system
Anxiety, depression, insomnia, headaches, migraines, etc.
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Ears/nose/throat
Repeated sinusitis, ear infections, bronchitis, pneumonia, headaches, vertigo, tinnitus, asthma, etc.