Osteopathy
Osteopathic manual therapy is a gentle form of treatment that focuses on restoring the structural alignment of the body to improve its overall function.
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One of the main principles of osteopathy is that body is a self-healing and self-regulating system. The mechanical obstructions in the body can block the flow of the nerves, blood, and lymphatics. These obstructions can be miss-alignments in bones, musculoskeletal, fascia, or ligaments.
Osteopathic practitioners use gentle techniques to remove or reduce these restrictions, to align the body and restore its normal function, which allows the body to start the healing process.
Who can benefit from Osteopathy?
Osteopathic treatment can help you with:
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Back pain
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Headaches and migraines
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Sciatica
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Plantar fasciitis
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Acute and Chronic pain
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Pain and stiffness associated with arthritis
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Shoulder and Neck pain
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Hip, thigh, and knee problems
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Sports injuries
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Asthma and respiratory problems
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Carpal tunnel syndrome
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TMJ pain
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Digestive issues
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Pregnancy-related discomfort and pain
Is Osteopathic treatment covered by insurance?
Most extended health insurance companies do cover osteopathic treatments. Check with your provider to make sure. To make your claim, receipts may be submitted for reimbursement according to your policy. OSTCAN and OOA (Ontario Osteopathic Association) members are recognized by insurance companies that offer coverage for osteopathic treatments.