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Osteopathy, a non-invasive manual therapy, benefits anyone dealing with physical restriction or pain. Physiotherapy First is pleased to offer patient-centric osteopathy services at our Brampton multidisciplinary wellness centre. Osteopathy incorporates various holistic disciplines, such as chiropractic care and physiotherapy treatments, to help enable the body to heal and repair itself. Gurdev Vaid, our Brampton osteopath, is well-trained and educated in the latest methods and techniques to provide an exceptional quality of care for our patients. Our osteopath also receives ongoing education and training to provide our patients with the most current therapies and treatments for their conditions. Whether you are a deskjob worker with annoying neck pain or an expectant mother with back pain, osteopathy can help you out.
Osteopathy is a “whole-body” approach to manual therapy where the osteopath focuses on the entire body as one functional unit rather than just on symptoms. It is based on the philosophy that our body is capable of healing itself if its overall structure is in balance. It works with the body’s mechanics to relieve pain, release muscle tension and improve joint mobility. So, osteopathy is often recommended and sought out when other therapies have not worked out.
Many people book an appointment at our Brampton osteopathy clinic for back pain. But, you should consider this treatment when your body feels “out of synch”. It can be a specific injury or a general feeling of stiffness and tension that affects your daily life. Here are some common symptoms for which an osteopath can help you.
Do you have problems with backpain? Maybe you experience generalized discomfort and body aches? Are you stressed and notice your upper back, neck, and shoulders always feel tight and tense? Do you have arthritis or other types of joint problems?
There are just some of the different types of conditions that can be treated using osteopathic services. Essentially, injuries that result in pain and discomfort, including medical conditions that cause chronic pain, can benefit from osteopathic treatments.
Osteopathy treatments use a wide range of hands-on, manual techniques to help restore balance within the body. When the body and its systems are in balance, you will feel better, become stronger, and have more energy.
Some of the various treatments and techniques your Osteopath could use include:
Furthermore, osteopaths may use other forms of preventative treatments, like sports taping, to provide additional support for an existing injury, as well as to reduce the risks of reinjury after recovery. Osteopaths are trained to utilize other types of chiropractic and physiotherapy treatments for a well-rounded treatment plan.
Discuss medical history and lifestyle.
Physical examination of joints and tissues.
Manual techniques like stretching and massage.
Personalized exercise plans for long-term health.
Osteopathy treatments are designed to help alleviate pain and discomfort while promoting faster recovery. Your osteopath will determine the root cause of your condition and include treating that cause as part of your treatment plan. Furthermore, osteopathy can be used on anyone regardless of their age, including infants, toddlers, children, tweens, teens, adults, pregnant women, and the elderly.
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Here are some Commonly Asked Questions
The duration of osteopathy treatments will vary from one patient to the next. It depends on the type of injury or chronic condition, as well as the root causes. Initially, treatments may be recommended several times a week to help alleviate pain and promote a speedy recovery.
As your body heals and becomes stronger, treatments can become weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly. Treatment maintenance after recovery further increases your body’s strength, promotes a stronger immune system, and promotes better overall health and well-being. Plus, you can reduce the risks of reinjury and help keep the systems within your body working together harmoniously and correctly.
Depending on the extent of the injury or chronic condition, there can be some minor discomfort and pain when beginning treatments. Many patients often notice less pain and discomfort at the end of their first treatment. Some patients also report a general sense of feeling refreshed and relaxed after treatments.
Osteopathy services are covered by many extended health benefits plans, WSIB, and accident injury insurance coverage. We would be happy to discuss your insurance options in greater detail.
