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Why see an Osteopath?
With the growing number of supplemental providers in todays medicine world, why choose osteopathic treatment? Chiropractic care originated in Iowa in 1889 by David Palmer. Massage therapy has been around forever. Physical Therapy has extended to adopt similar manual techniques, What is special about osteopathic manipulative medicine? Aside from being the only medical care in…
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Can OMT activate endorphins?
Endorphins are Feel good chemicals that circulate in the body when pleasurable activity occurs. These neurochemicals are well known to the general public. Research from the 1990’s on neurochemicals released during safe human touch such as a hug or a massage. What was discovered was that while endorphins were present. they were not the dominant…
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Can OMT change your mood?
There are neurochemical messengers that are released that alter brain activity and mood. Many people are familiar with these chemicals, endorphins. These help reduce pain, improve mood and lower stress. They are released with pleasurable activity. They act primarily in the brain. In then 1990’s research demonstrated that other neurochemicals that effect the brain and…
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World in downward spiral?
I am aware that world events and economic woes can have a deleterious effect on our psyches and a corresponding effect on our bodies. This may set up a cycle of psychic and physical pain. Osteopathic manipulative treatment can assist in recovery from this cycle. It’s effects are both physical and mental. Take an half…
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Low back pain
More women than men suffer from all causes of low back pain. Low back pain is very common and the incidence increases with age. By the 6th decade 45 % of the US population develops back pain. The majority of cases are related to musculoskeletal issues and increased doctor office visits. Not all low back…
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What to wear for OMT
This is a common issue for many. Brookmead Medical Associates- Osteopathic recommends that patients wear what they are comfortable in. Please wear non restricting clothes.