What does an osteopathic doctor do?
Osteopathic medicine is a “whole person” approach to medicine—treating the entire person rather than just the symptoms. With a focus on preventive health care, Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine (DOs) help patients develop attitudes and lifestyles that don’t just fight illness, but help prevent it, too.
Is osteopathic manipulation evidence based?
EVIDENCE-BASED ANSWER. Osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) is as effective as standard care including medications, physical therapy and other modalities for resolving pain and improving function in low back pain.
Does Medicare cover osteopathic manipulation?
Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment is covered when medically necessary and performed by a qualified physician, in patients whose history and physical examination indicate the presence of somatic dysfunction of one or more regions.
What can I expect at my first osteopath appointment?
A first appointment generally lasts about 45 minutes to an hour to allow the osteopath adequate time to: Listen and ask questions about your problem, your general health, other medical care you are receiving or medication you are taking, and record this in your case notes.
What is Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine at Cleveland Clinic?
Ohio University’s Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine at Cleveland Clinic’s South Pointe Hospital is a groundbreaking new venture between the university and clinic to create an integrated campus for the study of Osteopathic Medicine.
What is an osteopathic manipulative medicine doctor?
A doctor of osteopathy practices osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM), a type of medicine that includes hands-on treatments. DOs have special training in healing the musculoskeletal system.
What is osteopathic manipulative therapy (OMT)?
Osteopathic manipulative therapy treats conditions that affect every system in the body, including the musculoskeletal system, digestive system, nervous system and immune system. By realigning the body and restoring balance to bones and muscles, OMT allows your entire body to work better as a whole.