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Vancouver Osteopathy Clinic

Shoulder Treatment
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Osteopathy is a whole-body style of holistic care. The techniques involve gentle hands-on practice to release interference in the internal and external systems. Similar to chiropractic in the sense that this style of treatment addresses muscles, ligaments, tendons, joints, and the nervous system. However, the main difference is that chiropractic care utilizes a high-velocity (fast movement) and osteopathy uses a slow-velocity (slow movement) technique. Therefore, for anyone nervous about chiropractic treatment osteopathy is a great alternative! Osteopathy is also a great alternative to acupuncture as no needles are involved.


 

Techniques commonly used in osteopathy include but not limited to are:

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  • Articulation – gentle rhythmic joint movement

  • Muscle energy techniques – encouraging muscles to work against resistance

  • Visceral manipulation – gentle movement of the abdominal and pelvic areas.

  • Spinal manipulation (slow movements unlike chiropractic care)

  • Stretching muscles and joint capsules

  • Soft tissue massage techniques

Common conditions treated by Osteopathy include, but not limited to are:

​If you were looking for the best Vancouver Osteopathy clinic, you’re just a click away from booking with the experts at Langley Family Chiropractic. Don’t wait—book now and start your journey to better health!

*Please note osteopathy is not regulated in BC. That means that only some insurance plans will cover osteopathy. Insurance companies who often cover osteopathy include: Benecaid, Cinup, Claim Secure, Cooperators, Desjardins, Empire Life, Equitable Life, Greenshield, Manion, Manulife, Nextgen, and Sunlife. Please always check with your insurer before treatment to confirm.  

 

*Please note we cannot direct bill for osteopathy, you must submit the payments yourself. There is also tax ontop of osteopathic treatments.

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