I’d like to draw your attention to an article titled “Osteopathic manipulative treatment for chronic inflammatory diseases” which provides a summary of osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT), a manual therapy technique developed and performed by osteopathic physicians.

The main points of this article include the description of OMT as a technique that facilitates the healing process by manipulating the musculoskeletal system, improving blood flow, and reducing pain and inflammation. The article also mentions the potential benefits of OMT in various conditions such as back pain, asthma, and migraines.

Osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) is a manual therapy technique developed and performed by osteopathic physicians that aims to facilitate healing and improve the function of the musculoskeletal system. It involves various hands-on techniques such as stretching, gentle pressure, and resistance to manipulate the body’s tissues and structures.

Key Takeaways

• Osteopathic Medicine Offers a Holistic Approach to Managing Chronic Diseases by Addressing the Interconnectedness of the Body, Mind, and Spirit

• Techniques Such as Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) Are Central to Osteopathy, Providing a Path to Relief and Recuperation That Respects the Body’s Natural Healing Processes

• Preventative Care, Emphasizing Lifestyle Adjustments and Exercise, Forms a Core Component of Osteopathic Philosophy, Aiming to Avert Disease Onset and Foster Resilience

• Osteopathic Practices, Through a Blend of Manual Therapy and Conventional Medical Treatments, Present a Comprehensive and Personalized Approach to Pain Management and Disease

• The Integration of Technology and Research in Osteopathic Medicine Is Paving the Way for Enhanced Treatments, Broadening Its Impact on Patient Care and Disease Management

OMT has been used to address various conditions, including musculoskeletal pain, respiratory issues, and digestive problems.

If you wish to read more supporting information regarding this subject, go here…
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38488211/

Dr Emmy

970-828-6500

Unraveling the Causes Behind the Pain and Discovering Solutions

Tendinopathies, commonly referred to as tendon injuries, can cause pain, stiffness, and limited mobility in affected individuals. Tendon injuries, also known as tendinopathies, occur when there is acute irritation in the tendon that surpasses the body’s ability to repair itself. Fortunately, there are several effective treatment options available that can help alleviate symptoms and promote recovery.

As an osteopath, I believe tendinopathies are a complex condition requiring a comprehensive treatment approach. Tendinopathies refer to the degeneration or inflammation of a tendon, and they can cause significant pain and functional limitations.

Common Symptoms of Tendinopathies include…

1. Feeling a crackling or grating sensation when you move your joint
2. Muscle weakness and loss of strength
3. Red, warm skin in the painful area
4. General area pain
5. General area swelling
6. Stiffness and restricted mobility at the affected joint
7. Muscle weakness
8. The skin over the affected area may feel sensitive
9. Pain during activity
10. Tendon thickening
11. Tendon nodularity
12. Crepitus
13. Overuse or strain on a joint can inflame tendons and result in tendinitis
14. Tendinitis is inflammation of the thick fibrous cords that attach
15. Pain (a dull ache) in the shoulder and upper arm

I’ve further referenced an article below highlighting the different types of tendinopathies, their causes, and some potential treatment options.

It is important to note that I approach each case individually and tailor the treatment plan to the specific needs of the patient. While the article provides a good general overview, it is crucial for an osteopath to assess the patient’s overall health, lifestyle, and biomechanics to develop an effective treatment strategy. This may involve a combination of manual therapy techniques, exercises, and lifestyle modifications.

By taking a holistic approach and considering the individual factors contributing to tendinopathies. Treating tendinopathies requires a personalized approach that addresses the root causes and incorporates various treatment modalities, rather than relying solely on a one-size-fits-all.

Citation: Essential Osteopathy article… If you wish, learn even more about Tendinopathies and its prevention, here: https://www.essentialosteopathy.co.uk/blog/tendinopathies1/

Osteopathy is a type of medicine that can help treat a lot of different conditions. People of all ages can benefit from it, including babies, kids, adults, pregnant women, and seniors.

Dr Emmy

Durango Osteopathic Care, PC

Phone/text: 970-828-6500

Traditional Medicine Compared to Osteopathic Treatments

Back pain is a common ailment that affects people of all ages and can significantly impact daily activities.

Traditional medicine often prescribes pharmacological treatments, but guidelines support the use of non-pharmacological options such as spinal manipulation. Osteopathic Medicine uses a range of gentle techniques to manipulate the muscles, soft tissues, and joints in affected areas to increase the range of motion, reduce pain and improve overall function.

Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) is particularly effective for lower back pain, and although its use is not widespread, it remains a viable alternative to traditional treatments.

OMT involves hands-on techniques that aim to correct or improve somatic dysfunction in the body, addressing the underlying causes of pain. Overall, Osteopathic Medicine offers a valuable approach to managing back pain that is worth considering as an alternative or complementary treatment.

Prevention is Better Than Cure

Back pain causes 5 million people to consult their doctor every year and will cause pain to one in 5 of us at some point in our lives.

As mentioned in an Essential Osteopathy article, in the majority of cases, the problem comes on slowly, starting as backache, and reduced movement, and can also include shooting pains in the legs. It can be caused by many different factors including arthritis, trauma, slipped discs, or sciatica – leg pain due to trapped nerves. More recently it has been linked to people having increasingly sedentary lives (especially as a lot of people now have their workstations set up poorly at home) rather than traditional industry-related injuries such as burns and cuts.

Increasingly doctors are left with limited options (such as medications and physiotherapy for which there is often a long waiting list with which to help patients) so the person is left trying different therapists and therapies for a cure.

Research seems to show that surgery is not a quick fix for back pain and is only necessary in less than 4% of cases. It indicates that prevention is indeed better than cure and that exercise and good posture are very important, particularly in conjunction with a therapy such as Osteopathy.

Citation: Essential Osteopathy article…

If you wish, learn even more about back pain prevention, here: https://www.essentialosteopathy.co.uk/blog/back-pain-prevention-better-cure/

Osteopathy is a type of medicine that can help treat a lot of different conditions. People of all ages can benefit from it, including babies, kids, adults, pregnant women, and seniors.

Dr Emmy
Durango Osteopathic Care, PC

Phone/text: 970-828-6500

Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT)

Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) or Osteopathic Medicine is a branch of medicine that focuses on the relationship between musculoskeletal health and the general health of the patient.

The goal of OMT is to reduce pain, improve function, and increase healthy movement. It is based on the principle that all bodily functions are interrelated and must be considered and treated together.

Osteopathic physicians are trained to use their hands to diagnose, assess, treat, and help prevent injury related to the musculoskeletal system in the whole body as a system.

Osteopathic treatment ranges from gentle and subtle cranial osteopathic techniques to more direct techniques that manually correct the bony structure and many techniques in between.  These techniques are used to correct muscle imbalances that can cause injury or interfere with normal joint and musculoskeletal motion.

Sometimes appointments include other things such as workplace ergonomics or teaching simple exercises for home usage to speed recovery from acute and chronic issues.

Osteopathy is a type of medicine that can help treat a lot of different conditions. People of all ages can benefit from it, including babies, kids, adults, pregnant women, and seniors.

Dr Emmy
Durango Osteopathic Care, PC

Phone/text: 970-828-6500