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What Is Osteopathic Therapy?

Osteopathic Therapy (also known as Osteopathic Manual Therapy or OMT) is a gentle, hands-on approach to restoring balance and harmony in the body. This holistic method focuses on the relationship between the body’s structure and its function, helping to relieve pain, improve mobility, and enhance the body’s natural healing ability. At V-Health Rehab Clinic in Calgary, our osteopathic practitioners use specialized manual techniques to treat musculoskeletal, nervous, and circulatory imbalances safely and effectively.

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Core Principles of Osteopathy:

Developed by Dr. Andrew Taylor Still in the 19th century, osteopathy is based on three foundational principles:

1. The Body Is a Unit

All parts of the body are interconnected and work together as a whole.

2. Structure and Function Are Interrelated

If bones, joints, muscles, nerves, or circulation are out of balance, it can affect overall function and health.

3. The Body Has Self-Healing and Self-Regulating Abilities

The goal of treatment is to support and enhance these natural processes, not just treat symptoms.

Common Osteopathic Techniques Include:

Soft Tissue Techniques – To relax tight muscles and fascia
Joint Mobilization – To restore movement and alignment in joints
Muscle Energy Techniques (MET) – Uses patient cooperation to correct muscular imbalances
High-Velocity Low-Amplitude (HVLA) Adjustments – Quick, precise manipulations for realignment
Visceral Manipulation – Gentle techniques targeting tension and motion of internal organs
Craniosacral Therapy – Focuses on the head, spine, and sacrum to calm the nervous system

Conditions Commonly Treated:

Neck and back pain, stiffness, sciatica
Chronic headaches, migraines, TMJ dysfunction
Postural imbalances and alignment issues
Sports injuries, post-surgical recovery, soft tissue strains
Digestive issues, menstrual irregularities, fatigue
Prenatal and postpartum body adjustments

Benefits of Osteopathic Therapy:

Targets the root cause, not just symptoms
Gentle, customized treatments for each individual
Suitable for adults, children, seniors, and pregnant women
Drug-free and low risk of side effects

What Is Osteopathic Therapy?

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