A system of diagnosis and treatment that recognizes the role of the musculoskeletal system in the healthy functioning of the body. The basic principle of osteopathy is that all body systems operate in unison, and that disturbances in one system can alter the functions of others. The osteopath uses manipulation; rhythmic stretching, and pressure to restore movement to the joints; and traditional diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to diagnose and treat dysfunction.
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