Osteopathic treatment can be helpful for a wide range of ailments and conditions. Treatment generally involves removing strains, restrictions, and old injury patterns from the body through gentle manipulation.
As the affected area of the body comes to balance the patient’s own healing intelligence is given a chance to do its work. In this way, the treatments address both acute and long-standing conditions, even those that have been resistant to change.
In addition to addressing specific conditions, osteopathic treatments consider the whole body, and will often result in an increased feeling of well-being in the patient.
What happens during a visit to the osteopath?
A visit to a D.O. is much like a visit to your family doctor. The D.O. will ask you questions about your medical history, physical condition, and lifestyle.
However, the physical exam of your bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, and tendons will be more extensive than with your family doctor. During the physical, the D.O. may:
- Look at your posture, spine, and balance
- Check your joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments
- Use his hands to manipulate your back, legs, or arms
They may also measure changes in your skin temperature and sweat gland activity. If needed, the D.O. will order X-rays and laboratory tests.
When the results are in, the D.O. will make a diagnosis and set up a treatment plan for you that may include prescription medications.
For problems involving the bones, muscles, tendons, tissues, or spine, many D.O.s use OMTs. There are two categories of OMT procedures: direct and indirect.
In direct OMT, "problem," or "tight" tissues are moved (by the D.O., the person being treated, or both) toward the areas of tightness. In indirect OMT, the D.O. pushes the "tight" tissues away, in the opposite direction of the muscle's resistance.
The D.O. holds the tissues in this position until the tight muscle relaxes.
What illnesses and conditions respond well to osteopathy?
Most osteopathic doctors use many of the medical and surgical treatments used by medical doctors. OMTs are used to treat a variety of health problems, both musculoskeletal and nonmusculoskeletal.
The best scientific evidence shows that OMTs are most effective for back and neck pain. In fact, you may be able to reduce the amount of pain medication you are taking for back pain if you receive OMTs as part of your therapy.
Some preliminary evidence also shows that OMTs may be helpful for:
- Low back pain
- Ankle injuries
- Asthma
- Fibromyalgia
- Tennis elbow
- Neck pain
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
- Recovery after surgery
- Menstrual pain
- Depression
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
- Pregnancy and labor
How much does an osteopath cost in Toronto?
The cost of osteopathic treatment depends on the fee set out by the particular osteopath. Typically, an hour appointment will cost between $60 to $130 per hour.
The number of appointments will depend on the complexity and severity of the particular condition.
Some private healthcare insurance plans cover osteopathic treatment; you should consult the details of your plan carefully before starting treatment.
Here Are The Best Osteopaths in Toronto
1. My Toronto Osteopath
At my Toronto Osteopath, Each session is tailored to your body and specific concerns in order to promote healing and get you back to your optimal self as soon as possible.
They specialize in using an integrative approach to get rid of your pain using a combination of techniques from complementary therapies:
- Manual Osteopathic Therapy,
- Clinical Massage Therapy,
- Craniosacral Therapy,
- Polarity Therapy
- Reiki
Client Reviews
I went there for shoulder and knee injuries, which were not healing for over 2 years. I went to doctors, massage therapist, chiro, Bowen and Alexander techniques and many more. Nothing worked. After first osteo session with Andre, my mobility improved.
I went weekly for 4 weeks, and then biweekly for 6 weeks. And then every month. In six months I had 80% recovery, and a year later 100%.
Now it is completely normal, I can do the workouts without worrying about pain and injury. Honestly this was like a miracle.
Now I go every 6-8 weeks just coz it feels so good, and to maintain the flexibility and good health. I would suggest just try 1 or 2 sessions, and you will see for yourself how different and amazing this osteo is.
Address: 385 The West Mall Unit 3, Etobicoke, ON M9C 1E7, Canada
Website: http://mytorontoosteopath.ca/
Phone: +14162529082
2. Integrated Bodywork
Ki-Hun Lee is an Osteopathic Manual Practitioner, Registered Massage Therapist, FSM Practitioner at Integrated Bodywork. He is located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada at Yonge and Eglinton.
As an osteopathic manual practitioner, Ki-Hun works to support people to live their lives fully, free of pain by aligning the spine and integrating it with the rest of the body parts to optimize the nerve force and blood circulation.
Client Reviews
Ki-Hun has been able to help me immensely with a persistent, year long issue in my back left shoulder and collarbone area. After seeing multiple physiotherapists and chiropractors, I cannot recommend his services enough. I’m finally starting to feel like my old self again which I attribute to him. Thank you Ki-Hun!
Address: 55 Eglinton Ave E Suite 700, Toronto, ON M4P 1G8, Canada
Website: http://www.ibodywork.ca/
Phone: +14165674710
3. Integrated Bodywork
Stanislav Vinnikov is one of the most educated and experienced Osteopathic Manual Practitioners in Toronto.
His solid medical background and unique set of skills allow him to address his patients’ needs with the most effective and efficient treatments.
Anastasia is a dedicated and qualified Registered Massage Therapist, Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapist and Certified Lymphedema Therapist.
She has experience treating people with diverse health conditions such as but not limited to muscle sprains, tendonitis, bursitis, chronic back and neck pain, headaches, pregnancy, lymphedema, and post-cosmetic/plastic surgery patients.
Client Reviews
Stan is amazing. I injured my back while working out, he returned my call on a Sunday and listened to me patiently. He is very knowledgeable and his passion to help people shines through his work. I am feeling better from treatments. He is so personaable, patient and knowledgeable. I highly recommend him.
Address: 935 The Queensway, Etobicoke, ON M8Z 1P3, Canada
Website: http://osteomedclinic.com/
Phone: +14162553663
4. Osteopathic Manual Practitioner Toronto - Alvaro Esteban
Alvaro is an international osteopathic manual practitioner (OMP), movement therapist (MT), and yoga instructor.
Alvaro maintains a multidisciplinary approach in his practice, working as an OMP and MT and teacher trainer in international Yoga & Ayurveda training.
Client Reviews
Alvaro is a very special healing force. He’s gentle, thorough and very skilled. I came to him with a mysterious ache that I’d had in my abdomen for a few months, and I only went to him because so many of my friends had raved about his work.After several sessions the ache was gone and I felt completely aligned. Just being in the presence of Alvaro is healing.His consciousness is grounded, spacious, allowing and wise. I very highly recommend Alvaro’s osteopathic expertise to you. You’ll enjoy your treatment and you’ll get well. Thank you Alvaro.
Address: 600 Sherbourne St Suite 408, Toronto, ON M4X 1W4, Canada
Website: http://www.alvarotherapy.com/
Phone: +34681908328
