Month: December 2023
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Kwanza
Brookmead Medical Associates-Osteopathic wishes all a marvelous celebration of Kwanza! I have learned more about this holiday running from December 26- January 1. This holiday is a time for learning, a time for family and of coarse celebration! A wonderful holiday.
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Have a very Merry Christmas !
At this time of year we all have end of year holidays. Today is Christmas! Brookmead Medical Associates wishes a happy holiday season to all!
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Endocannabinoids and OMT
More research points to systemic and brain changes from OMT due to effects of OMT and the bodies own cannabinoid release. The areas of the brain effected by Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) are structures in the frontal areas and deep brain structures. This explains some of the effects of OMT that patients experience and express…
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Desk Jobs and low back pain
Many people are desk workers. The human body is made for movement and periods of rest. Most desks are not sized to the occupant and the worker may need to lean forward or turn their head away from the direction the body is facing. This will increase tension on one side of the body leading…
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Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is a condition without a known cause or treatment other than exercise and stretching. Many treatments have been tried with variable success. Invariably the pains persist. Reports of MRI’s of brains demonstrate specific changes based on how many years the individuals suffer. With increasing time of involvement there is a corresponding decrease in the…
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Gender fluid and muscle tensions.
I have had the opportunity to effectively treat individuals with gender dysphoria using Osteopathic manipulative Treatment (OMT). There are some similar patterns of tender and tight muscles associated with postural changes common in gender fluid people. The response to OMT is very favorable in relieving the discomfort of sore muscles. Data from many population surveys…
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Happy holiday season!
While parents are busy working to be able to buy gifts for family and friends, many times care of oneself is lacking. The holidays also bring together families and friends and stress. Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment(OMT) is ideal for realigning the body and the mind. If you haven’t experienced OMT or feel it is the same…
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Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is a condition without a known cause or treatment other than exercise and stretching. Many treatments have been tried with variable success. Invariably the pains persist. Reports of MRI’s of brains demonstrate specific changes based on how many years the individuals suffer. With increasing time of involvement there is a corresponding decrease in the…
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Gender fluid and muscle tensions.
I have had the opportunity to effectively treat individuals with gender dysphoria using Osteopathic manipulative Treatment (OMT). There are some similar patterns of tender and tight muscles associated with postural changes common in gender fluid people. The response to OMT is very favorable in relieving the discomfort of sore muscles. Data from many population surveys…
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The end of 2023
Holiday wishes and Happy New Year! This is the time of the year when it is usual for individuals to assess themselves and try to correct what needs improvement. Wishes can come true, sometimes a little assistance is needed. Many people live with long term discomfort and impaired function. Frequently, this may be the result…