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What is Osteopathic Manipulation?
Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) is a gentle, hands-on treatment that osteopathic physicians (DOs) are trained in to help your body function better. During OMT, your doctor uses their hands to apply gentle pressure, stretching, and movement to muscles, joints, and other tissues. It can be used to help restore range of motion and function to the body, to help relieve pain, and restore your body's natural ability of self healing.
We provide OMT to members and nonmembers. Members receive a discounted rate.
External Link to Ohio Osteopathic Association FAQs
What is Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine?
Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine (ONMM) is a medical specialty practiced by a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) physician that focuses of diagnosing and treating dysfunction of the:
- Muscles
- Bones
- Joints
- Connective tissues (ligaments and tendons)
- Fascia
- Nervous system
They primarily use hands-on manual therapies such as Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment, alongside other modalities, to increase functionality, reduce pain, and restore the body's natural ability for self healing.
Dr. Smith is both a Family Medicine physician and Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal physician.
Who Can Benefit from Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT)?
Everyone can benefit from OMT. OMT can be used for a wide variety of conditions, can help improve recovery time and reduce pain.
OMT can reduce pain levels, increase functionality, and improve overall quality of life.
The mind, body, and spirit are strongly interconnected. OMT can help us improve the body's mobility and structure which in turn helps maximize it's function and self healing capabilities.
What Conditions Can OMT help?
Common Conditions Treated in Adults:
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Back pain
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Pregnancy related back pain
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Neck pain
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Hip pain
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SI joint pain
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TMJ disorder
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Migraines
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Tension headaches
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Chronic Sinusitis
Common Conditions Treated in Children:
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Breastfeeding concerns in the newborn
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Torticollis
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Positional plagiocephaly (flattened head shape)
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Back pain
These are just some common things that OMT can help with. If you are wondering if you may benefit from OMT - give us a call today. We are happy to answer any questions you may have.
What to Expect During Treatment?
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The physician will first do a complete medical history and physical exam. This will be followed by the osteopathic exam, which looks for areas in the body where your body's movement is restricted or tissues feel abnormal.
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You can wear your normal clothing. You may be asked to remove shoes or belt.
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During treatment - the doctor will use various hands-on treatments that may include:
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Gentle stretching
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Light pressure on specific areas
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Moving your joints through their range of motion
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Applying pressure to muscles and soft tissues
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Treatment is very gentle. Rarely to never is there use of a thrust technique (popping or cracking).
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Initial evaluation will be 1 hour. Follow ups will be 30-45 minutes.
Is OMT safe?
OMT is safe when performed by a trained osteopathic physician.
Dr. Smith completed a 3 year Family Medicine residency at an Osteopathically recognized program gaining a lot of experience in OMT. She then went on to do an additional year of residency in Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine, specializing in the manual treatment of neuromusculoskeletal disorders.
There are a few contraindications to certain OMT techniques. We ensure to do a complete history and physical examination during your evaluation to ensure safety.
Up to 50% of people will have mild side effect post treatment including temporary muscle soreness, similar to a work out. Proper hydration, good nutrition, heat/ice can help mitigate this.
Interested if OMT may help you?
We are happy to answer any questions you may have.
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