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Understanding the Principles and Practices of Osteopathic Medicine
Osteopathic medicine offers a unique approach to healthcare that focuses on the whole person rather than just symptoms. It combines traditional medical practices with hands-on techniques to promote the body's natural ability to heal. The name can be misleading as most associate "osteo" with bone and it can be easily misunderstood that Osteopathic treatment is the treatment of bones. However, this is not the case at all. Osteopathic treatment is aimed at treating the neuromusc
Mo So
Jun 153 min read


Musculoskeletal Dysfunction
Musculoskeletal dysfunction is a catch-all to describe problems related to movements, mobility, or load-bearing capacity, as a result of impaired muscles, joints, fascia, tendons, and ligaments. Like all animal, humans adapt to their external environment. The musculoskeletal frame will change in order to meet the demand that is being placed on it. For instance, sprinters will have very powerful thigh and lower leg muscles, whereas gymnast will have stronger shoulder, chest an
Mo So
Jun 142 min read


Why Pain Often Starts Long Before Symptoms Appear
If you have ever looked through an anatomy textbook, you have probably noticed that every muscle and bone appears perfectly symmetrical. Real life, however, is very different. No two people move exactly alike. Over time, our bodies adapt to the demands we place on them. Our occupation, hobbies, exercise habits, injuries, posture, sleep positions, and daily activities all influence how our bodies develop and function. A person stretching leg muscles to improve mobility and r
Mo So
Jun 144 min read
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