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Osteopathy is holistic approach to health-care that aims to restore function to all of the body\u2019s systems by optimizing the tissues\u2019 alignment and mobility. Osteopathy proposes that when the body\u2019s structures are optimally aligned and mobile, the body can restore and maintain health on its own. Osteopaths use a wide variety of manual techniques to restore alignment, mobility, blood supply to various parts of the body, including muscles, bones, joints, nerves, connective tissues and internal organs.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”What problems can osteopathy treat?” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Osteopathy was first developed at the turn of the 20th century as an alternative to conventional medical interventions, which at the time were recognized as ineffective and risky, even by doctors. The profession gained popularity because of its success in treating patients with a wide variety of health concerns, such as crippling pain or dysfunction, infectious disease and child developmental delays. In today\u2019s medical culture, physical manipulation is associated with the treatment of musculoskeletal disorders, so most osteopaths are initially consulted for low back pain, neck pain and tension headaches. However, many clients have noticed the improvement of other health concerns following osteopathic treatment, such as headaches, digestive problems, menstrual problems, neurological disorders, etc. and osteopaths are seeing more and more people who come for help specifically for these types of problems. Also, more and more clients are using osteopathy to help them manage and recover from stress, general body tension, anxiety and chronic pain.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”What happens during an osteopathy treatment? ” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n During the first treatment, the osteopath reviews and documents the client’s current health concerns and detailed health history. After that, they assess posture and movement using observation and manual (hands-on) examination.\u00a0 The osteopath uses all of this information to design a unique treatment plan tailored to their client’s needs.<\/p>\n Following the assessment, the osteopath will usually begin treatment, which involves gentle manipulations of various body parts in a variety of positions, including standing, sitting and lying down on a table.\u00a0 The osteopath may mobilize your joints or ask to do specific movements or contract or relax specific muscles, or may use techniques that involve only a very gentle touch without much movement. The client may be asked to use breathing or visualizations to increase the efficacy of the techniques.<\/p>\n Treatments are usually an hour long but can sometimes take more or less time, depending on the client’s needs. At the end of the treatment, the osteopath will inform the client of what to expect following the treatment and will often suggest exercises to do at home.<\/p>\n Most treatment plans require 3-5 treatments, with a week in between each treatment. Some cases require as few as one treatment, while others require many more than five.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Can osteopathy be used to treat babies and children?” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Yes. In general, osteopaths will apply the same treatment methodology and many of the same techniques to children and teenagers as they do to adults, with a few modifications and contraindications for certain techniques. Special methods have been developed for infants and babies and some osteopaths go on to complete advanced training in this field, although most osteopathic training programs include basic training in the treatment of infants and children. Parents bring their babies to see osteopaths for help with reflux, colic, congenital torticolis, breast-feeding difficulties and other issues specific to infant health. Some parents also consult osteopaths to help with the management of developmental delays and neurological disorders.\u00a0 A parent must always be present in the room during the treatment of any minor.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Are osteopaths doctors?” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n In most places in the world, osteopaths are not medical doctors. They may not practice restricted medical acts, such as prescribing medication, performing invasive medical tests (such as injections) and diagnosing medical diseases. The one exception is in the profession\u2019s birthplace, the USA, where osteopathy became integrated into the medical system early on in its development. Today, in the USA, osteopathic physicians are trained in osteopathic medical schools and have the same legal privileges and responsibilities as M.D.\u2019s. \u2013 they may prescribe medication, order testing, make diagnosis, practice surgery etc.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Is osteopathy covered by my health insurance?” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Osteopathy is a service globally offered in the private health care sector, even in countries with a socialized medical system. Many clients have additional health insurance coverage for medical services not provided by the government (such as dental care, vision care etc.) and in many policies osteopathy is included. Please check with your insurance provider to know whether or not you are covered for osteopathic care. <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Do I need a medical prescription to see an osteopath?” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n No, anyone can make an appointment to see an osteopath. Some insurance policies require a medical prescription to reimburse certain services, so please check with your insurance provider if you hope to make a claim for osteopathic treatments.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Does osteopathy actually work? If so, how?” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n This is a great question! At the moment, there is very little conclusive scientific evidence as to what works, and how. There is a substantial body of evidence to that supports the use of manual therapy in general for the treatment of low back pain, and some countries\u2019 national health systems recommend osteopathy as one possible treatment modality for this particular issue. However, specific research on osteopathic care is very limited, and unfortunately the evidence to support the use of manual therapy to treat other health concerns is not as robust as it is for low back pain. The profession of osteopathy in general remains committed to evidence-based practice, and most osteopathic schools and associations promote research into the effectiveness of osteopathic intervention. However, most osteopathic research has been conducted on a small scale and with little or no funding and has not been extensive enough to provide conclusive evidence about the effects of osteopathic treatment. <\/span><\/p>\n Despite the lack of solid scientific evidence to support its efficacy, osteopathy\u2019s popularity continues to grow worldwide, with osteopathic training offered in over 25 countries and at least 15 countries where the profession is legally regulated. The osteopathic approach seems to be effective enough not only to survive, but even to thrive, and there are plenty of\u00a0 practitioners and clients who can attest to its positive impacts. As for how it works: osteopaths are trained to provide explanations about how their interventions affect the body. However, much more research is needed before we can understand precisely what impacts osteopathic treatment has on health, and what are the mechanisms that explain how and why osteopathic treatment helps people get better.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Are there any risks associated with osteopathic treatment? Can it be dangerous?” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n Osteopathy is generally considered to be a safe treatment, both by the public and by government regulators and international organizations. Some minor adverse effects such as fatigue, soreness or headache may occur immediately after treatments, but usually resolve in 1-2 days. Certain osteopathic techniques should not be performed when specific underlying health issues are present, but osteopaths who have received proper training will know how to identify contraindications for each technique. In very rare cases, serious complications such as stroke have been linked to certain types of spinal manipulation, most often involving the neck. Some osteopaths prefer to avoid these techniques, and those who use them will perform safety tests that significantly reduce the risks of complications. <\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”I\u2019ve seen a few osteopaths and the treatments I received were very different. Why?” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n \u00a0There may be a few reasons for this. First, in most countries osteopathy is an unregulated profession (the exceptions being the USA, Great Britain, Australia, New Zealand, France, South Africa, Switzerland, Finland, Portugal, Iceland and Malta). This means there are no national standards for osteopathic practice or education and no legal requirements for people who want to practice osteopathy. In this sense, the practice of osteopathy is not standardized and therefore the quality of care can vary. That being said, in most places, insurance companies who reimburse for osteopathic treatments require that osteopaths belong to a reputable professional association that maintains a minimum standard of training, ethics and professionalism for their members.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0Even in places with standards for osteopathic<\/span> practice, there are still differences in the way osteopaths work. Osteopaths are trained in a wide diversity of techniques and often end up developing their own unique styles. You may find that one osteopath does a lot more physical manipulation whereas another favours very gentle or subtle techniques that some clients even describe as \u201cenergy work.\u201d Some osteopaths have received training in other modalities such as physical therapy or massage and will incorporate their additional knowledge and skills in their treatments. Many osteopaths use a combination of techniques and try to adapt their choices to their clients\u2019 needs. What all osteopaths have in common is an adherence to the foundational principles of osteopathy, which are that the body can regulate and heal itself when all of its structures are aligned and moving properly.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”What kind of training do osteopaths receive?” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” open=”off”]<\/p>\n