Osteopathy is a gentle, hands-on approach to healthcare that looks at the whole person—not just the symptoms. It is based on the idea that all parts of the body are connected and work best when they are in balance.
Osteopathic Manual Therapists use their hands to feel how the body is moving and functioning. They gently work on muscles, joints, bones, skull, and even internal organs to help relieve pain, improve movement, and support the body’s natural healing ability.
Osteopathy can help from newborns to seniors with a wide range of issues—from back and joint pain to digestive problems and stress-related tension. The goal is always to restore balance in the body and help you feel your best.
The first School of Osteopathy was founded in 1982, in the US. After that it spread across the world. It is a trusted form of care and recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO).
Some Problems treated by Osteopathy:
-Lower back Pain
-Neck Pain
-Shoulder Pain
-Herniated Disk
-Bulging Disk
-Carpal Tunnel
-Headache
-Migraines
-Digestive Problems
-Constipation
-Asthma
-Menstruation Pain
-Knee Pain
-Plantar Fasciitis
Initial Visit:
At the Initial Visit you can expect a thorough health history intake, a physical assessment, and hands-on treatment. The Osteopathic Manual Therapist (OMT) will discuss your current concerns, your medical history, including past injuries, surgeries, and any relevant medical conditions, followed by an evaluation of your posture, gait analysis , specific osteopathic tests, movements, tissue restrictions, and check the results from complementary exams such as x-ray, MRI, blood test and so on . Treatment will be tailored to your specific needs and may involve gentle techniques to improve mobility, reduce pain, and improve the internal organs function, overall blood and lymphatic flow. The goal is to restore proper movement and function, allowing your body to heal itself. You may be given exercises or stretches to do at home to support the treatment process as well as specific advises related to your concerns.
What to wear:
-Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that allows for easy movement and access to your body.
What to bring:
-It's a good idea to bring any relevant medical records, like X-rays or MRI reports, if you have them. It is recommended that you have access to “My Albert Health” App.
Important Considerations:
-Osteopathic Manual Therapy is a holistic approach, meaning the therapist will consider your body as a whole.
Regular Visit:
The OMT will ask you about how did you feel after the last appointment. The posture, movements and Osteopathic texts will be analyzed again, followed by the treatment.
Maintenance visit:
This Visit is suggested to clients who have been feeling much better after they have started the OMT treatment. The Therapist and you will decide together the best plan based on your present and future goals.
Child Initial Visit (0-5 yo):
At the Initial Visit you can expect a thorough health history intake, a physical assessment, and hands-on treatment. The OMT will discuss with the parents about the child or baby current concerns, medical history, including past injuries, surgeries, and any relevant medical conditions, followed by an evaluation of your head, posture, gait analysis , specific osteopathic tests, movements, tissue restrictions, and check the results from complementary exams such as x-ray, MRI, blood test and so on . Treatment will be tailored to the child and babies specific need and may involve gentle techniques to improve mobility, reduce pain, and improve the internal organs function, overall blood and lymphatic flow. The goal is to restore proper movement and function, allowing the child and babies body to heal itself. The parents may be given exercises or stretches to do at home to support the treatment process as well as specific advises related to the child or babies concerns.
Child Regular Visit (0-5 yo):
The OMT will ask the parents or the child about how did the child/baby feel after the last appointment. The head, posture, movements and Osteopathic tests will be analysed again, followed by the treatment.
