Summary Use of fMRI to reveal neurophysiological effects following Osteopathic Manual Treatment (OMT) showed significant changes compared to placebo treatment. OMT influences connectivity in cen- tres involved in emotion, behaviour, sensorimotor integration and motor...
Brief summary: Cervical artery dysfunction (CeAD) may mimic many musculoskeletal presentations. This paper provides a comprehensive review of the best available evidence for risk assessment prior to manipulation of the cervical and upper thoracic spine. Consider CeAD...
Summary Osteopathy, specifically manual joint mobilisation, may have a positive effect on quality of life and headache frequency for adults with tension-type headaches. Keywords Tension-type Headache (TTH), Osteopathy, Manual Joint mobilisation techniques, Headache...
Summary: Psychosocial factors are known to be important in the development of low back pain. This 2020 study analysed the predictive value of specific types of psychosocial stress and self efficacy in development of chronic low back pain. It is relevant for Osteopaths...
Brief Summary In clinic, osteopathic treatment together with reassurance, exercises and specific advice for physical activity are the keys to helping your patients with low back pain and neck pain. However, electrotherapy, shortwave, laser and more than a couple of...
Brief summary Somatic dysfunction (SD) is considered a key idea within the theory and practice of osteopathy. However, a closer inspection of this concept reveals it is outdated, and bears little relevance to the paradigms of person-centred care and evidence-informed...
