Osteopathic Manipulation
Osteopathic Manipulative Therapy (OMT) involves using the hands to diagnose, treat, and prevent illness or injury. Using OMT, an osteopathic physician will move your muscles, joints, and fascia using a variety of techniques often including stretching, positioning, pressure, resistance, and gentle articulation.
Examples of conditions treated with OMT:
- Low back pain
- Neck Pain
- Sciatica
- TMJ
- Joint pain (hip, wrist, shoulder, ankle, finger, etc)
- Sinus disorders
- Vertigo
- Lymphedema
- Headaches
- Constipation
- COPD
Styles of Osteopathic Manipulative Therapy (OMT)
Is performed by employing alternating cycles of contraction and subsequent relaxation utilizing a neurologic reflex resulting in improved range of motion in the joint.
Considers dysfunction as a continuation of a strain reflex and treats by positioning a body part or region in the position of greatest ease or comfort, a good choice after an acute injury such as a motor vehicle accident (MVA).
Various techniques aimed at encouraging improved lymphatic flow
Rhythmic oscillation of a body part or region to promote the release of a restricted area
Similar to FPR except the manipulation begins in a neutral position versus an indirect
A gentle soft tissue technique using multiple approaches to address fascial strain patterns.
HLVA (high velocity low amplitude) is a technique which employs a quick, targeted force traveling a short distance within the anatomic range of motion of a joint and engaging the restrictive barrier to elicit release of restriction.
A body part is placed in a indirect position to decrease tension’s then an activating force such as compression or distraction is employed to the gently move the joint through its restriction.
Subtle manipulation of the sacrum and cranial bones to restore optimal function of nervous system.