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WHAT IS OSTEOPATHIC MANUAL THERAPY?
Osteopathic Manual Therapy is the practical implementation of the Principles of Osteopathy. As a certified member of OSTCAN, I am known as an Osteopathic Manual Therapist. Treatment will always consider motion restriction and asymmetries in the body with the goal of facilitating normal movement. This means that your visit to an Osteopathic Office will include a dynamic assessment of the way your body moves, followed by a treatment plan designed specifically for you. Treatment will include joint mobilization and soft tissue treatment to remove any obstacles that interfere with the proper nutrition and drainage of your body’s tissue. It is through a deep understanding of anatomy and physiology, and with excellent palpation skills, that an Osteopathic Manual Therapist is able to detect and treat these restrictions. It is a unique approach to Manual Therapy that aims to treat the cause of the symptom rather than simply reducing it temporarily.
The Osteopathic Way
More about Osteopathy...
Osteopathy is a science that applies the use of manual assessment through extensive knowledge of human anatomy and physiology. Treatment is applied by the principles set forth by its founder, Dr. Andrew Taylor Still. The four main principles of Osteopathy that govern the application of the science:
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The body is a dynamic unit
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The body is self-healing
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Structure and function are interrelated.
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Rational treatment is based upon an understanding of the basic principles of body unity, self-regulation and the interrelationship of structure and function.
Osteopathy views the body as one unit working together and takes all the moving parts into consideration during assessment and treatment. It understands the body is also inherently capable of healing and regulating itself, given the right conditions. The proper alignment of all layers of structure in a body give it the ability to function as it was designed. The motion capacity of the body is directly related to one’s ability to self-heal and regulate. Osteopathic Manual Practitioners are functional anatomists who use manual therapy to restore proper body mechanics, nerve impulse and circulation by removing motion restriction where needed.
“To find health should be the object… Anyone can find disease”
- Andrew Taylor Still
ABOUT
Sonya possesses extensive experience and education and has worked in one of the largest and most prestigious Osteopathic Clinics in Ontario. She has over fourteen years of experience in the Healthcare and Wellness fields. She has work experience assisting individuals who have health challenges through her time working at the Hospital and a Disability Organization. Sonya has taught Holistic Practices such as Yoga (Certified Yoga Instructor (500 hours), Movement Therapy, Meditation, Breathing Techniques, Fitness Instruction, and Education Support Classes to individuals with disabilities. She has expertise in Ayurveda (a natural system of medicine) and has previously provided Ayurvedic massage to her clients.
Prior to her career in Healthcare, Sonya obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences, a Business and Economics Degree, and a Diploma in Business Accounting. She has worked in Human Resources, Healthcare Administration Services, and at an Organization helping individuals with special needs obtain employment and navigate through life with tools such as technical and essential skills.
After experiencing her own health challenges, she was led to Osteopathy and became dedicated to her passion of learning all about the philosophy and Science of Osteopathic Manipulation. In an intensive study program of over four years, Sonya obtained her Masters in Osteopathic Manipulative Sciences from the Canadian Academy of Osteopathy and is Licensed with the Ontario Osteopathic Association (OSTCAN). Her personal experience with the impact of injuries on the body allows her to understand and connect with her patients holistically.
Sonya has treated a wide variety of patients from infants to older adults through her clinical experience and practice with the goal of determining the root causes of symptoms. She is committed to applying her extensive knowledge to help her patients return to optimal health. Contact her today to learn more about how she can assist you with better managing your pain, as you enjoy an improved quality of life.
Regular Osteopathic Treatment based on needs already assessed to manage pain and symptoms.
30 min
90 Canadian dollarsInitial Osteopathic Consultation to determine individual needs to manage pain and symptoms.
1 hr
145 Canadian dollars
INSURANCE
Accepted by all major Insurance Extended Health Benefits Plans.
Nearly all major Extended Health Benefits Plans through Employer Health Insurance will reimburse payments made for Manual Osteopathic Treatments. A Receipt will be provided to you that you may submit to your Health Benefits Insurance Team for reimbursement from your Extended Health Benefits. Direct Billing is also available.
