Osteopathic Manual Therapy

Osteopathy is a holistic approach to healthcare that focuses on the interconnection between the body’s structure and its function. It aids healing via hands-on methods that enhance circulation, nerve function, and alignment, for benefits like pain reduction, mobility increase, posture improvement, and overall well-being. Osteopathy is particularly effective in addressing musculoskeletal issues, but its holistic approach can also support other aspects of health, making it a valuable option for those seeking natural and comprehensive healthcare solutions.

Beneficiaries

Musculoskeletal problems: particularly effective for those suffering from both acute and chronic lower back pain, upper back pain, neck pain, joint pain, headaches and other musculoskeletal problems.
Athletes: enhance performance, prevent injuries, aid recovery.
Chronic pain sufferers: e.g. fibromyalgia, arthritis, etc.
Pregnant women: ease discomfort, align, prep for childbirth.
Babies, kids: ease colic, reflux, ear infections, movement, aid development.
Seniors: maintain/boost mobility, manage aging, enhance quality of life.
Preventive care seekers: maintain health, prevention, promote well-being.
Natural, non-invasive health seekers: drug-free, surgery-free options.

What to Expect

The first step is to have a full body assessment. Treatment is then based on integrating the body as a functional whole. We treat structurally, so that means the joints, the ligaments, the muscles, and even the organs. Mobilization and manual therapy are utilized.

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Techniques Used

Soft Tissue: gentle stretches, pressure for circulation, tension release.
Muscle Energy: patient-involved, joint mobility, pain reduction.
Articulatory: controlled joint movements for function, fluidity.
Cranial: subtle skull manipulations for inherent healing.
Lymphatic: rhythmic movements enhance fluid movement, immunity.
Counterstrain: specific positional release for pain relief.
Functional: precise movements for biomechanics.
Visceral Manipulation: gentle organ and tissue techniques enhance function, mobility.

Get to Know Our Osteopathic Practitioners

Katharine Liberatore, BSc., D.O.M.P, is one of the most experienced osteopathic practitioners in Toronto. She teaches this discipline and serves as an advisor for students.

Ted Piliouras, M.OMSC, is a graduate of the Canadian Academy of Osteopathy (CAO) and a member of the Ontario Association of Osteopathic Manual Practitioners (OAO) since 2018.

Alicia Grant, Osteopathic Manual Therapist, can help with both acute and chronic conditions. In particular, she has a special interest in sports injuries and sinus problems.

Book an Appointment

Whether you’ve been putting up with chronic pain for months or longer, or have acute pain from a recent fall, we are here to get you relief. Contact us today to schedule an appointment with Katharine!
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FAQ

What’s the difference between chiropractic and osteopathy?

There are multiple differences between a chiropractor and an osteopathic therapist. The major one is that chiropractors use spinal manipulation as their primary tool. “If you come in for a foot problem, a back issue, or a shoulder problem, it doesn’t matter. Chiropractors will use spinal manipulation as their primary tool to treat the body,” said Katharine, who notes that spinal manipulation is not used in osteopathy.

Chiropractic appointments also tend to be much shorter than those for osteopathy.

Do you see clients of all ages?

Yes, clients from across the spectrum come in from newborns to older seniors.

Do you cross-refer to other practitioners?

Yes, one of the many benefits of receiving care at the practice is our ability to cross-refer to other practitioners. “We have some fantastic practitioners, like our massage therapists, who are second to none,” said Katharine. She sees that ability to cross-refer as a competitive advantage.

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