Osteopathy

Osteopathy is a method of evaluating and treating somatic dysfunctions and their associated symptoms.

It links symptoms to the lack of mobility in the body's tissues (muscles, viscera, and connective tissue). Various treatment techniques are used depending on the characteristics of the tissues involved.

The fundamental principle is that healing depends on the body's ability to heal itself. When dysfunction or certain pathologies are present, this ability is limited by the loss of movement in the affected tissues. Restoring mobility allows the body to activate its self-healing mechanisms.

Structural Osteopathy

Structural osteopathy addresses alterations in the musculoskeletal system. Given the close interconnection of tissues, an alteration in one part of the spine can trigger visceral dysfunction. Conversely, a visceral dysfunction can restrict movement in a part of the spine. This explains why some injuries or symptoms tend to recur. Breaking this cycle is essential.

Techniques used include joint manipulations with thrust, high-velocity techniques, and so-called soft techniques.

Visceral Osteopathy

Viscera have their own intrinsic movement and are interconnected through connective tissue (omentum, ligaments, and mesenteries). The movement of the diaphragm, the muscle that separates the thorax from the abdomen, creates pressure changes in these cavities, contributing to visceral mobility. These pressure variations affect thoracic organs (respiratory system), abdominal organs (digestive system), and pelvic organs (urogenital system).

Therefore, restoring visceral mobility and ensuring the system functions harmoniously is essential for its proper operation.

In the abdomen, we find the peritoneum, a membrane that encloses a group of viscera. It extends to the abdominal muscle wall, meaning that tension in a viscus or its connective tissue is transmitted to the muscles. (In cases of acute peritoneal inflammation, the abdominal muscles become rigid, a condition known as "wooden belly.") Once again, this highlights the relationship between the muscular and visceral systems.

Osteopathy sessions are generally conducted every 2 to 3 weeks, depending on the case.