Osteopathic
Manipulation There are numerous types of Osteopathic Manipulation. All are designed to correct structural problems and promote healing. I most commonly employ Cranial Osteopathic Manipulation. This is a very gentle approach used to free areas of the body which have restricted motion. It can be safely and effectively applied to infants and children as well as any age adult. Treatment often involves cradling the head or the sacrum (tailbone), using subtle pressure to free movement of restricted bones or other tissues. This type of treatment is also used to treat any area of the body. In addition to providing relief of pain and stiffness, patients usually experience an ongoing, improved sense of well-being and health. Although most people think of Osteopathic manipulation for back pain or neck pain, it is also employed in the treatment of many disease states. In respiratory problems, for example, manipulation may be used to facilitate sinus drainage, lessen asthmatic symptoms, ease breathing, and improve lymph drainage and immune system function. In digestive problems, it can help hiatal hernia symptoms, constipation and irritable bowel syndrome. Osteopathic manipulation is a painless and medication free way to treat infants and small children, where problems such as frequent spitting up, chronic ear infections, colic, head injury and delayed development can be addressed. There is Certification testing for Osteopathic Manipulation offered by the American Academy of Osteopathy. There are currently less than 500 physicians in the United States who have this certification. Dr. Teitelbaum received his certification in 1991. For more information on Osteopathic
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