Cranial Osteopathy was discovered and developed by William G. Sutherland D.O., a student of Dr. A.T. Still. He first palpated subtle movements in the cranium, which he found extended through rhythmic fluid movements in all areas of the body through the “primary respiratory mechanism”. Cranial Osteopathic treatment includes a gentle hands-on approach to treatment contacting various parts of the body.
For more information about Cranial Osteopathy, please see: About Osteopathy from Cranial Academy

The difference between osteopaths and chiropractors generally lies in their level of training and their scope of practice. Osteopaths and chiropractors both perform manipulation. The difference is that chiropractors are not licensed physicians and have not attended internship or residency. The principles of practice are also different. Osteopathic medicine is based on the principle that the body is self-healing and treatment is aimed at changing physiology through manipulation. Chiropractic medicine primarily focuses on spinal alignment and the neuromusculoskeletal system while working with the body’s “innate” intelligence.

Nutrition counseling and supplementation can be appropriate, especially when working with specific health issues such as pain and inflammation. We do make supplement and dietary suggestions from time to time on an individual basis.

No. We are fully licensed physicians with a specialty practice in osteopathic manipulative medicine and neuromusculoskeletal medicine. We will happily work with your other health care providers, including primary care physicians as appropriate.

We take most major insurances. Please call to find out if your plan is covered. You may need to contact your insurance company to find out specifics about your coverage. Patients with HMO plans need to contact their primary care physician for a referral before their appointment. Please note that we are a specialist practice.

We require at least 24 hours advance notice by phone for cancelling or rescheduling an appointment. In the event that an appointment is not cancelled within the 24-hour time frame, it is our office policy to charge for the missed appointment.

As they relate to Osteopathy…

Functional Medicine is a holistic approach to healthcare that focuses on the underlying causes of illness, rather than treating symptoms. It looks at the patient as a whole, including lifestyle, environment, nutrition, and genetics.

Integrative Medicine is a practice that combines conventional medicine with complementary and alternative therapies to help treat a wide range of conditions. It seeks to find the best treatment option for the patient, considering their physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional health.