Osteopathy in Richmond Hill

At York Rehab Clinic, our qualified osteopaths in Richmond Hill offer comprehensive osteopathy treatment aimed at relieving pain and restoring the body to its natural state. Osteopathy focuses on the overall health of the body and its relation to everything that functions within it — this includes the muscles, nerves, bones and organs. Instead of treating one specific symptom or illness, osteopathy focuses on the body as a whole, seeing as everything in our body is interconnected.

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Osteopathy has been used for over 100 years, and is seen as an effective way to energize the body and relieve it of its dysfunction and overall strain on your wellbeing. There are a wide range of different techniques that an osteopathic practitioner will use, and all of it will depend on the type of symptoms one experiences, the severity of said symptoms, and the location of said symptoms.

What Can Osteopathy Treat?

In most cases, since osteopathy focuses on the body as a whole, there are a wide range of problems that it can treat. Some of these ailments include:

PMS pains
Sinus issues
Sports injuries
Lower back pain
Chronic pain
Arthritic pain
Asthma
Headaches & migraines
Neck pain
Repetitive strain injuries
Joint pain
And more!

Benefits of Osteopathy

Osteopathy is great because it can treat a bunch of health problems and come with a lot of benefits as well. Some pros that people have experienced after undergoing osteopathy include:

Decrease in overall stress and muscle tension
Positive impact on mental health
Improved body function (in both flexibility & mobility)
Improved energy levels
Reduction in pain
Improved sleeping patterns
Injury prevention
Increased relaxation
Easier pregnancy
And more

Treatment includes:

  1. Initial Visit (60 minutes):
    Assessment + Osteo Treatment
  2. Follow Up Visit (45 minutes):
    Including but not limited to:

    • Joint mobilization + muscle energy technique + soft tissue therapy
    • Laser therapy + joint mobilization + muscle energy technique
    • Ultrasound + IFC + trigger point therapy
    • Laser therapy + IFC + muscle energy technique
    • Shockwave therapy + muscle energy technique + soft tissue therapy
    • Visceral manipulation therapy + soft tissue therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

01. What Should I Expect During the First Consultation?
During your first consultation with a York Rehab Clinic osteopath, you can expect an individual treatment plan made for you. During this time, questions regarding your diet, exercise routine, posture, and hobbies will be asked in order to get an accurate picture to contribute to the creation of the treatment plan. At the end of the consultation, the osteopath will be able to explain the causes of your symptoms and direction for your next steps.
02. How Many Appointments Will I Need?
The answer to this question widely depends on a variety of factors such as which tissue is injured and how bad it is. Other factors include your age, diet, exercise, and how long the issue has been ongoing. Your goal of osteopathy is also taken into consideration as if you are simply looking for pain relief vs. if you are looking for a full solution, this will vary how many appointments you'll need. One might only need 1-2 appointments while others may require 4 to 6 to meet their needs. After each appointment, the osteopath will assess the progress made and give suggestions to speed up the recovery time.
03. What Can I Expect on My First Appointment Date?
The first appointment is a combination of taking your history, having a physical examination, talking about the diagnosis and treatment, and engaging in some treatment. You can expect at least half an hour talking about your history so that the osteopath can understand the problem and where it stems from. You might be asked to perform simple movements to help formulate the diagnosis and your osteopath professional can walk you through it. The end of the appointment will be open to questions and discussing the next steps.
04. What Can I Expect After a Treatment?
Each body is different so what you can expect after treatment can vary. Most commonly, patients can feel some improvement after the first session either immediately or after a couple of days. Other patients may feel sore from the movements for a day or two after the treatment. This is a normal response and is sometimes referred to as a "healing crisis". This is the same as muscles being sore after a good workout. Treatment is a gradual process and it takes time for symptoms to disappear completely.
05. How Often Should I See My Osteopath?
Our team at York Rehab Clinic recommends not booking appointments for more than two weeks apart as closer session’s means faster progress. Our team also suggests avoiding appointments less than four days apart as that is not enough time for the body to integrate the changes. During a consultation, a professional osteopath will be able to recommend what is best for your specific treatment plan.

Choose Our Team of Health Experts Today

Osteopathy is an amazing way to heal the body in its entirety. People who experience general discomfort and pain notice a significant difference when undergoing this treatment. In general, osteopathy is a great way to put some energy back into the body and give you the strength to go back to living the life you want. If you’re interested in learning more about this treatment and how our clinic can help, be sure to give us a call at (416) 350-1940 today. We look forward to hearing from you!

Choose Our Team of Health Experts Today

Osteopathy is an amazing way to heal the body in its entirety. People who experience general discomfort and pain notice a significant difference when undergoing this treatment. In general, osteopathy is a great way to put some energy back into the body and give you the strength to go back to living the life you want. If you’re interested in learning more about this treatment and how our clinic can help, be sure to give us a call at (416) 350-1940 today. We look forward to hearing from you!

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