Osteopathic Manual Practitioner (OMP)

Most people who see an osteopath do so for help with conditions that affect the muscles, nerves, fascia, organs, cranium, bones and joints, such as:

Lower back pain and sciatica from disc herniations
Common conditions in babies - colic, difficult deliveries, torticollis, children - ADHD, learning difficulties
Repetitive strain injuries, tendonitis
Sports injuries
Female complaints related to pregnancy, menses pain
Neck pain, stiffness, whiplash, posture issues
TMJ dysfunction
Work-related postural injuries, ergonomics
Emotional stress from anxiety, depression, insomnia
Hands, wrists, elbows, shoulders
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Spine and joint pain from arthritis
Abdominal pain and digestive problems
Problems with the pelvis, hips, legs
Post-concussive symptoms (PCS), whiplash injuries, dizziness, tinnitus
Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) numbness of the hands
Muscle and nerve injuries associated with driving, work or pregnancy

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Low Back Pain Therapy

Back pain is a leading cause of disability, worldwide. Low back pain can range from a mild muscle ache to a shooting, burning, or stabbing feeling that radiates down one's leg (a.k.a. "sciatica") and can be highly disruptive and disabling.

Simple movements such as

bending, twisting, lifting, standing, or walking can also exacerbate pain. Fortunately, osteopathic spinal alignment treatments, as well as osteopathic postural coaching methods are effective forms of treatment. Osteopathic treatments are well-known in many countries around the world for its research-based ability to relieve and prevent most back pain issues.

The Osteopath uses scientific assessment methods to help determine the source of what is causing a patient's back pain. Following that, the Osteopath then uses various techniques to help reduce or eliminate back pain in the patient.

Visceral Manipulation (VM)

"Viscera" relates to the internal organs of the body, such as the liver, kidneys and intestines. VM treatment can be an important component of an effective low back treatment, because sometimes the organs refer their pain to a distant location, such as the low back, neck , or shoulder.

In addition, it is well documented that our emotions have a great impact on how our body functions. Different emotions affect different organs. VM can help an emotional cycle, resulting in enhance overall health and restore emotional balance within.

VM may be part of your treatment for conditions like: constipation, shoulder pain, headaches and stiff neck, lower back pain, emotional strain, and abdominal pain.

Cranial Sacral Therapy (CST)

Cranial Sacral uses a light touch to release tension around your body’s connective tissue network called the fascia.

CST is well known for the treatment of babies, children, and the elderly because of its gentle nature.

CST promotes pain relief from headaches, low back tension, TMJ, neck pain, concussions, baby colic, aids in stroke recovery, and the side effects of cancer treatment.

Neural Manipulation (NM)

As the body moves, the nerves need to be able to move freely around joints and within soft tissues such as the muscles.

Nerves can become stuck when asked to slide and glide as the body moves, and result in friction sites, due to many reasons: physical trauma, surgeries, sedentary lifestyle, infections, poor posture and pregnancy/delivery.

NM identifies specific nerve "fixations" or compression areas and offer treatment to relieve the nerve and as a result reduce or eliminate nerve pain.

~ Joyce, Ontario

“You won't regret having Joshua treat you. His expertise in all areas, his dedication, as well as his ongoing concern with advice for your health and comfort, is paramount to him. I can say this with all sincerity because for the last four years he's been treating my various overall aches and pains which move around my very age-old body. Without his great care I know I wouldn't be as active as I am, and still hope to be for years to come. A very big and heartfelt 'thank you', Joshua”.