Leon Chaitow ND DO MROManipulative methods as part of medical treatment are known to date back to earliest times. Hippocrates wrote of their value. Throughout medical history manual methods have been used, but almost always with a view to the correction of gross...
One purpose of osteopathic manipulative therapy (OMT) is to restore physiological motion to areas in which there is restriction or dysfunction. By restoring or improving function in the musculo-skeletal system, it is anticipated that all connected...
Posture and Correct Body Use ;Mechanical stress and dysfunction, affecting the musculo
Osteopathy in Practice ;Most patients consulting osteopathic practitioners will
The practice of medicine and of osteopathy is an art, or skill in the application of definite rules and procedures. Such rules may, or may not, be based upon the accurate and logical interpretation of facts. If an art is based upon the logical...
Osteopathic Research ;A lot of research has been undertaken in the osteopathic
If you have ever had an aching back, stiff neck, tennis elbow, 'gammy' knee or some such affliction of the body, then the chances are that you have sought the help of, or have been advised by someone to go to, an osteopath for relief. If, however...
Kathi KevilleBones and muscles give form to the body and permit physical movement. Unless damaged by injury, the health of this system depends on the overall health of the body. With degenerative conditions such as arthritis and rheumatism, the entire body must...
Bodywork Masterclass Series-7 Muscles and Joints - Which Should Be Treated First?;Over the past 15 years I have been privileged to teach s
Research confirms that myofascial trigger points are an element in most chronic pain including fibromyalgia (Melzak & Wall, Travell & Simons). Personal clinical research indicates that these are also key elements in chronic fatigue conditions...
