I’ve put together a table which compares osteopathic treatment with chiropractic. My goal is not to denigrate or insult chiropractors, but instead to objectively compare training, scope of practice, and treatment philosophies. I would ask that any comments be respectful and instructional in nature, rather than negative.
Just before July 4th I had the opportunity to talk with a reporter from Pasadena Weekly regarding Osteopathic medicine, specifically insurance coverage and patient’s access to care. If you remember, at that time Congress had decided not to vote on a bill which would have prevented physician’s Medicare reimbursement from being cut 10.6%. At the [...]
Inspired by a comment that came along yesterday, I thought I’d put together some thoughts on the osteopathic approach to pregnancy. I’ll write on labor and delivery later.
Osteopathy and Pregnancy
Pregnancy is an exciting time for expectant moms, and also a time of great change, both physically and emotionally. Osteopathic physicians (DOs) are [...]
I’ve been talking a lot lately regarding the difference a DO makes. I’ll have a page comparing different practitioners soon, but for now here’s one way of thinking about it.
When a patient comes in with a problem, the treatment from a medical perspective depends on making an accurate diagnosis. This means history taking, physical exam, [...]
I’m doing this blog for two reasons:
1) I want to document the transition as my practice changes from a single practicioner micropractice into Health in Motion with the acquisition of The Body Studio. I am so excited about the potential for patient care as we integrate osteopathic diagnosis and treatment with hands-on physical therapy and [...]
