Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment
Osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) is a hands-on approach to addressing dysfunction in the body.
At Abide Family Health, we believe in the treatment of the whole person; mind, body, and spirit, as the optimal way of empowering the body to perform at its best. We believe that proper structure and alignment drives healthy function.
OMT involves a wide variety of treatment techniques that can be selected and tailored to fit the individual. OMT combines the best of hands-on medicine into one personalized treatment. Depending on your needs, your treatment may include techniques similar to
massage therapy for tight muscles
physical therapy-style stretching and strengthening
gentle joint mobilization
chiropractic-type adjustments
all performed by a physician who first evaluates your entire health picture.
Common reasons to seek out OMT:
Back Pain
Neck Pain
Headaches
TMJ
Hypermobility
Rib Pain
Sciatica
Hip Pain
Shoulder Pain
Knee Pain
Plantar Fasciitis
Sports Injuries
Pregnancy Discomfort
Postpartum Recovery
Newborn care