Osteopathy at Elevate Chiropractic

Osteopathy is an advanced, patient-centered form of manual therapy based in the structure and function of all the systems of the body.

To determine the root cause of pain or dysfunction, osteopathic practitioners use precise palpation and assessment. Osteopathy embraces the belief that the body has the ability to heal itself by improving position, mobility and function of the tissues with hands-on techniques.

Fees

• 45 mins: ($90 plus HST)
• 60 mins: ($105 plus HST)
• 75 min: ($125 plus HST)

About Osteopathy

Osteopathy is a safe and effective, patient-centered form of manual therapy that is based in the structure and function of all the systems of the body. The holistic philosophy of osteopathy centers around principles of interconnectedness of the body, self-regulation and self-healing, and the interrelationship of structure and function to improve overall health and well-being.

The Science of Osteopathy

The focus of osteopathic treatment is on finding the source, not just treating the symptom. To determine the root cause of pain or dysfunction, osteopathic practitioners use precise palpation and assessment based on an extensive knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the human body. Osteopathic practitioners look at the internal networks of arteries, bones, connective tissue, joints, muscles nerves, and organs, and how they all work together. Osteopathy embraces the belief that the body has the ability to heal itself by improving position, mobility and function of the tissues with hands-on techniques.

Osteopathic treatment model and some of their respective functions include:

Biomechanical → Posture, Range of motion

Metabolic-Energetic → Digestion, metabolism, immunity, nutrition, reproduction

Neurological → coordination, motor control, protection, sensation

Respiratory-Circulatory → Arterial circulation, breathing, lymphatic drainage

Benefits of Osteopathy

Patients seek osteopathic care not just for pain, but for other acute and chronic health issues. Common conditions treated with osteopathy include:

Osteopathy Aurora, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, ON | (905) 841-0400