Osteopathic Care for Back Pain in Etobicoke

Can Osteopathic Care Be Used for Back Pain?

People experiencing back pain may seek osteopathic care when they want an individualized hands-on assessment and treatment approach. Osteopathy considers all layers of tissue from fascia to ligaments and bones. By assessing all areas of the body, the practitioner can build a better understanding of what may be preventing the back pain from resolving.

Back pain can also be incredibly painful. The Osteopathic approach uses gentle motions and treatment to work with the patient’s symptoms and not be forceful in treatment.

Why Your Assessment May Look Beyond the Painful Area

Your assessment considers how different parts of the body interact rather than assuming the painful spot is the only relevant area. This is because of the attachments of the muscles of the body. For example, the neck is connected to the lower back through sheets of tissue called fascia. The pelvis is also a much larger structure than the neck. That means that the lower body must be considered in relation to neck pain. Whole body assessment allows us to search for the influencing factors that may be overlooked elsewhere.

What Happens During Your First Appointment?

The initial appointment includes reviewing your health history and clinic expectations. Osteopathic assessment and treatment is then provided, concluded with a review of the session and of the practitioner’s findings.

The initial appointment is $80.00 and can be booked through the link below:

What Does Gentle Treatment Mean?

Treatment is gentle and rhythmic rather than forceful. There is no cracking or violent motions. The patient does not have to sit through pain or prolonged discomfort in order to become better. This is often a misunderstanding.

Back Pain Questions

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