What is Manual Osteopathic Therapy?
At Brentwood Chiropractic, we’re dedicated to providing holistic healthcare that targets the root of our patients’ issues. Manual Osteopathic Therapy (MOT) is one such approach, which centers around the body’s fascial system. This therapy examines and treats the body as a whole—muscles, bones, nerves, and even organs. By focusing on reducing tension in these areas, manual osteopathy helps restore balance and function across all parts of the body.
Our MOT team at Brentwood Chiropractic uses manual osteopathy to address common issues that affect physical and mental well-being. By decreasing fascial tension and optimizing muscle, joint, and organ function, manual osteopathy helps relieve pain, improve posture, and enhance the body’s resilience to stress. This creates a foundation for both better physical health and mental wellness, empowering our patients to live their best lives and enourages the body to help heal itself.
MOTs use a variety of techniques that can be similar to or overlap massage to help achieve your wellness goals. It also can include theraputic modalities such as cranial-sacral therapy, visceral manipulation, lymphatic drainage and more. No two treatments are the same and, unlike massage, the treatments happen fully clothed and on a table, instead of between sheets.
Conditions Treated by Manual Osteopathic Therapy:
Our therapist can use manual osteopathy to support recovery from issues such as:
- Whiplash and sciatica
- Strain injuries, including tennis and golfer's elbow
- TMJ disorders
- Frozen shoulder
- Sports injuries and other musculoskeletal pain
- Anxiety, stress, and sleep issues like insomnia
- Menstrul discomfort and pain
Key Benefits of Manual Osteopathy
At Brentwood Chiropractic, we see many benefits of incorporating manual osteopathy into our care plans which can include:
- Eases muscle spasms and reduces inflammation
- Relieves restrictions in muscles and joints, reducing stiffness and pain
- Boosts circulation and helps lower blood pressure
- Releases natural pain-relieving hormones like dopamine and endorphins, enhancing mood and well-being
What to Expect at Your Manual Osteopathic Therapy Appointment
- Initial Consultation: Your therapist will discuss your health history, lifestyle, and primary concerns to create a personalized treatment plan.
- Assessment: The therapist will assess your posture, mobility, and joint function through various physical evaluations.
- Hands-On Techniques: Expect a combination of techniques, including gentle joint manipulation, soft tissue work, myofascial release, and cranial-sacral therapy, based on your needs.
- Comfortable Environment: You’ll be in a comfortable, private room where you may lie down or be seated, depending on the treatment. Your treatment will be fully clothed. Please dress comfortably.
- Tailored Session: The therapist will adjust pressure and techniques according to your comfort and treatment goals.
- Patient Education: The therapist may provide guidance on lifestyle changes, exercises, and posture to support your recovery.
Manual Osteopathic Therapy is just one of the many ways we work with our patients to achieve full-body wellness. By focusing on treating the whole person, not just symptoms, Brentwood Chiropractic supports long-term health and vitality, so you can feel and perform your best every day.
If you are interested in learning more about Manual Osteopathic Therapy and how it might be able to help you on your wellness jounry, please feel welcome to book a consultation or an appointment with our therapist Joanne Vachon.
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