OSTEOPATHY
Osteopathy was founded in the United States in the 19th century by Andrew Taylor Still as an alternative to the medical practices of the time. The fundamental principle of this holistic therapeutic concept is to view the patient as a unity of body, soul, and spirit, within their unique biopsychosocial and cultural context.
Various factors influence both physical and emotional well-being, including lifestyle, work and family environment, sleep, movement patterns, nutrition, stress levels, and personal history. As a result, it is challenging to separate physical and psychological complaints since they mutually influence each other. Therefore, every osteopathic treatment involves taking an extended medical history and examination of the patient.
Osteopathy posits that structure and function influence each other. If the mobility of a bodily structure (organ, joint, ligament, vessel, tendon, or fascia) is restricted, its function may be compromised, and vice versa.
Each individual is unique and constantly evolving. Hence, a treatment is like a snapshot, always tailored to the patient and their current situation. The goal of the treatment is to support your self-healing and intrinsic regulatory mechanisms through (manual) osteopathic techniques.
My treatment philosophy
Parietal osteopathy
Treatment of the musculoskeletal system (joints, ligaments, muscles, fascia) involves restoring the mobility of these structures and achieving a new dynamic equilibrium.
Techniques: Manipulation techniques (HVLA), mobilization, strain-counterstrain, Sutherland, Mechanical Link, intraosseous, and fascial techniques...
Craniosacral osteopathy
Treatment of the skull bones and sutures, sacrum, brain, and spinal cord.
These techniques have a regulating effect on the nervous system and can be applied to address issues such as headaches, sinusitis, jaw disorders, and dizziness, among others.
Visceral osteopathy
Treatment of the abdominal organs (stomach, intestines, liver, kidneys, etc.), chest organs (lungs, heart), and organs of the pelvis (uterus, bladder, ovaries). The treatment encompasses the organs themselves as well as their ligamentous and fascial attachments.
These techniques can alleviate issues such as digestive disorders, metabolic imbalances, and menstrual complaints, among others.
A holistic approach of osteopathy and discussions with my patients are very important to me. I prefer working with soft techniques (Sutherland, Jones…) but also use manipulation techniques (HVLA) as well as craniosacral and visceral approaches. My wide spectrum of techniques allows me to adapt to the needs of every patient.
Why should I see an osteopath as a performer? Here are (some) indications:
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preventively!
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headaches, migraines, tinnitus, dizziness
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nerve compression syndromes like carpal tunnel syndrome, herniated discs, tarsal tunnel syndrome
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Inflammation and overuse injuries (tendinitis, epicondylitis..)
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neck, back and joint pain, muscle tension and pain
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jaw disorders and pain (temporomandibular disorders), bruxism
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traumas. sprains, after a fracture, post-op
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digestive issues. reflux, bloating, diarrhea
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hormonal dysbalance; PMS; period pain, menopause
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pregnancy and post-partum
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sleep disorders, stress, (performance) anxiety