Orthopedic Manual Therapy
The Orthopedic Manual Therapy (OMT) is a specialization in Physical Therapy for the treatment of neuro-musculoskeletal pathologies. It is based on clinical reasoning, which uses highly specific treatment approaches, including manual techniques and therapeutic exercises. Among the manual techniques there are the manipulations, the mobilizations, and the numerous techniques aimed at soft tissues. The techniques may include joint mobilizations / manipulations, direct and indirect myofascial release, indirect functional techniques, strain/ counterstrain, and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation, myofascial relies to name a few.
The Orthopedic Manual Therapy (OMT) is always based on the most recent scientific methods and uses the biopsychosocial model for a scientifically based understanding of illness or health of each patient. In this way the best therapeutic treatment will be identified for patients diagnosed with musculoskeletal disorders. It is a safe and specific comprehensive treatment approach, based on an advanced understanding of basic science, clinical kinesiological facts, and clinical skill. The evaluation works in collaboration with all valid tests known in Orthopedic Medicine, Sports Medicine, Manual Medicine and Physical Therapy.
When to treat, why to treat, how to treat and how much to treat are the questions answered by a therapist practicing OMT to facilitate optimal healing and achieve maximal treatment outcomes.
Your physical needs will be unique, and the right approach should be utilized to improve your ability to function. People who seem to benefit the most from OMT are those patients with acute injuries or chronic pain. Many patients have been to physical therapy for months of strengthening and stretching and have not improved but then receive OMT that addresses the root of the problem, and they improve dramatically. The site of your pain is not always the cause. If you are struggling with pain or injury, and you’re searching for a solution…look no further than Shiva Physical Therapy.