Which One is it (2)?

Here we further demonstrate how to differentiate between structures in assessment if required. As a general note, the heuristic statement that may be used is “macro identifies micro then isolate structures in the micro region”.

Which One is it?

Here we discuss and demonstrate how to move from a macro diagnostic to a micro diagnostic to differentiate between structures to identify which one is displaying the most motion loss when you have a need to be very specific in your treatment.

Don’t Believe the Hype 6

Here I take time to discuss the challenges with the claims made by visceral osteopathy. The biggest challenge is the level of certainty that one may even accurately identify organs through the body wall. I touch on current medical understanding of the reliability of palpation for identifying organ pathology and point to how this information makes the claims of visceral osteopathic manipulation extremely dubious.

No Hands?

Here we look at the concepts of patient active diagnosis and treatment. In osteopathic manual treatment it seems to be automatically assumed that a practitioner will always use their hands and this is not the case. Patient active motion testing for diagnostics are common. Patient active engagement in treatment is common and does not need to be performed against the resistance of the practitioner. The video below is a brief foray in to these concepts.

Don’t Believe the Hype 3

Here we present information surrounding the challenges of identifying the piriformis muscle with palpation. This fits in to a larger case for the challenges of identifying specific anatomical structures.

Catch the Cue…

Here we demonstrate and discuss cues that will allow you to make appropriate choices in assessment and treatment. Broadly speaking, gross motion dysfunction is identifiable with visual cues and pain is identifiable with audible discomfort, facial signs of discomfort, and movement away from pain.

Don’t Believe the Hype 2

Here we continue building the case for the positions we take. We provide evidence relating to how osteopathic professionals are observed to perform diagnostics, the issues with diagnostics, and the angle we take to deal with these.