Osteopathy.
A hands on therapy with an aim of removing unwanted mechanical and neurophysiological stressers in order to restore efficient coordination and a vital internal environment. Utilizing safe and gentle techniques, it supports the interdependent functionality of all body systems.
With an extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology and biomechanics, osteopathic practitioners use a refined sense of touch to identify and treat asymmetric motion and altered tissue states in the body. Assessment and treatment happen simultaneously and are fine tuned to individual patients’ needs
The far reaching effects of osteopathic care can include reduction or elimination of pain, greater sense of ease in motion, improved energy levels, deeper and fuller breath, improved sleeping and increased capacity for the management of functional and physiological stress.
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As the body changes shape to accommodate for growing baby, habitual patterns like posture or stiffness and compensatory patterns from old injuries might limit the ability to accommodate. This can result in discomfort.
Osteopathic care can support: Pelvic Pain • Back Pain • Rib Cage Pain • Foot Pain • Sciatica • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome • Acid Reflux • Headaches • Shortness of Breath • Babies Position • Preparation for Labour and Delivery
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The body takes time to shift back into a more normal posture after a pregnancy and this occurs while also recovering from labour and delivery.
Discomfort that arises in this time can be supported through treatment.
Osteopathic care can support: Back Pain • Pelvic Pain • Headaches • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome • Incontinence • Sciatica • Milk Supply Issues •. Overall Wellbeing
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Osteopathic care provides a gentle and non-invasive approach to supporting babies and children through their growth and development.
Babies:
Head Shape • Colic • Feeding Challenges • Constipation • Asymetrical Crawling • Torticollis • Reflux • Digestive Discomfort • Head Bumps and Falls
Children & Adolescents:
Unresolved pain • Concussion • Growing Pains • Sports Injuries • Constipation • Digestion • Bladder Issues • Recovery from Illness • Headaches • Motion Sickness • Painful or Irregular Menses • Sprained ankles • Car accident recovery
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As we move through life our body adapts to repetitive stress, physiological discoordination and the mechanical stresses of gravity through compensation. This is a great function of our health and keeps us mobile and engaged in life.
Sometimes compensation in our physical body as a result of injury, posture or illness can lead to chronic pain, and various physiological symptoms. An osteopath will look to decrease the amount of compensation you have in your body by supporting and effecting change at the root cause of the dysfunction.
Osteopathy care can support: Back Pain • Neck Pain • Chronic Pain Conditions • Stiffness • Injury Recovery • Postural Habits • Foot Pain • Tendonitis • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome • Swelling & Edema • Headaches & Migraines • Vertigo • Neuropathy • Sciatica • Bursitis • Insomnia • Gastrointestinal Upset • Car Accident Recovery • Whiplash • Sports Injuries •. Management of symptoms of chronic conditions • Overall Wellness
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Treatment for older adults is very similar to adults with a nuanced focus of supporting the maintenance of dynamic mobility and posture and supporting overall health and well-being. Osteopathic therapy has a unique approach particularly well suited for older generations as it is incredibly gentle and supportive.
Osteopathic care can support: Mobility • Chronic Pain • Bursitis • Neuropathy • Rheumatic Conditions • Balance and Equilibrium • Vertigo. • Headaches and Migraines • Digestion • Elimination • Chronic Fatigue • Circulation • Swelling & Edema • Injury Recovery • Surgery Preparation and Recovery • Overall Wellness
Who Can Benefit
Rachel is very knowledgeable, caring and warm. She helped me with my injury as well as tension in the neck muscles and low back pain. My 9 year old son enjoyed his sessions with Rachel and found her explanation of how [the] human body works and adjusts fascinating. The osteopathic approach is gentle and is able to treat the whole body, great pain management without unpleasant side effects! Highly recommend!
—Yulia B
