about OMT
What is Osteopathic Manipulation?
Osteopathic Manipulation also called Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) or Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM) is a non surgical and non invasive hands on approach to diagnose, treat, and prevent illness and/or injury. OMT involves using the physician’s hands to move a patient’s muscles, joints, bones, and connective tissue through precise and gentle stretching, pressure, and other techniques.
OMT has been shown to improve the overall health and well-being of a patient by treating a wide variety of conditions, particularly those related to the musculoskeletal system, but it can also address other aspects of health. The techniques used address structural imbalances or dysfunctions in the body and focuses on promoting natural healing, relieving pain, improving mobility, and supporting the body’s ability to function at it’s best.
OMT has been studied by Osteopathic Physicians and medical researchers since the late 1800s. Andrew Taylor Still founded Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1892, which was the first Osteopathic school. OMT has been studied by several leading medical organizations, including the National Institutes of Heath (NIH), American Osteopathic Association (AOA), and several Osteopathic Medical Schools including University of North Texas Health Science Center- Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine. Research continues to show evidence supporting OMT.
An Osteopath is only a human engineer, who should understand all the laws governing his engine and thereby master disease.
-A.T.Still
What can OMT treat?
OMT has been shown to treat many conditions, including rare conditions. OMT can make a real difference in relieving symptoms, restoring motion, and helping you live an improved quality of life. If you want to know if OMT can be used to help treat a specific condition not listed here, please email us at [email protected]
Musculoskeletal Pain
Back Pain
Neck Pain
Shoulder Pain
Hip Pain
Shoulder Pain
Knee Pain
Other Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis
Headaches & Migraines
Tension Headaches
Cervicogenic Headaches
Migraines
Sports Injuries
Strains
Sprains
Soft Tissue Injuries
Joint Injuries
Digestive Issues
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Constipation
Acid Reflux (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Chronic Pain Conditions
Multiple Sclerosis
Stiff-Person Syndrome
Neuropathy
Fibromyalgia
Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Lupus
Plantar Fasciitis
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
Menstrual Pain
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorders
Jaw Pain
Clicking
Tension
Respiratory Conditions
Asthma
Bronchitis
Pneumonia
COPD
Chronic Sinus Infection
Long Covid
Pregnancy
Back Pain
Pelvic Pain
Swelling
Mobility Difficulties
Headaches
Nausea
Respiratory Function
Labor Preparation
Milk Production
Postpartum Recovery
Infancy
Feeding & Latch
Birth-Trauma
Colic
Digestive Issues
Respiratory Function
Torticollis (Flat Head)
Postural Issues
Scoliosis
Kyphosis
General Posture Issues