Chronic Pain Management | Cruz Osteopathy
Living with chronic pain can impact every aspect of your life. Cruz Osteopathy is dedicated to helping individuals manage and alleviate chronic pain through holistic osteopathic treatment. Our approach addresses the root causes of pain, offering long-term solutions and improving your quality of life. Embrace a life with less pain at Cruz Osteopathy.
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Osteopathy has emerged as a valuable approach in managing chronic pain, leveraging its unique philosophy and treatment modalities. Osteopathic physicians in the United States are well-equipped to address chronic pain due to their adherence to the biopsychosocial model and their proficiency in osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT). Studies have highlighted the effectiveness of osteopathic interventions in chronic non-specific low back pain, showcasing positive outcomes in reducing pain and improving function. Moreover, osteopathic manipulative treatment has been found to provide benefits in chronic nonspecific low back pain when combined with usual care.
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The holistic approach of osteopathy extends to chronic pain management beyond just physical symptoms. Osteopaths are known to consider biopsychosocial factors in their treatment, emphasizing a comprehensive understanding of the patient's condition. Additionally, osteopathic treatment has shown promise in reducing chronic pain in various areas, such as chronic neck pain, as evidenced by clinical trials. Furthermore, osteopathic manipulative treatment has been associated with pain relief and improved quality of life in oncology geriatric patients, underlining its potential in diverse patient populations.
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In conclusion, osteopathy offers a multifaceted approach to chronic pain management, encompassing not only physical interventions but also considering psychological and social aspects of pain. The evidence suggests that osteopathic manipulative treatment can be a valuable component in the comprehensive care of individuals suffering from chronic pain.
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References:
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2. Orrock P. and Myers S.. Osteopathic intervention in chronic non-specific low back pain: a systematic review. BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders 2013;14(1). https://doi.org/10.1186/1471-2474-14-129
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3. Licciardone J. , Stoll S. , Fulda K. , Russo D. , Siu J. , Winn W. et al.. Osteopathic manipulative treatment for chronic low back pain. Spine 2003;28(13):1355-1362. https://doi.org/10.1097/01.brs.0000067110.61471.7d
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4. Al-Shareef Y. , Alshareef A. , & Almoftery I.. Knowledge and attitude towards chronic musculoskeletal pain treated with osteopathy. Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International 2021:166-175. https://doi.org/10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i48b33275
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5. Edwards D. and Toutt C.. An evaluation of osteopathic treatment on psychological outcomes with patients suffering from chronic pain: a prospective observational cohort study collected through a health and well-being academy. Health Psychology Open 2018;5(1):205510291877468. https://doi.org/10.1177/2055102918774684
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6. Arienti C. , Bosisio T. , Ratti S. , Miglioli R. , & Négrini S.. Osteopathic manipulative treatment effect on pain relief and quality of life in oncology geriatric patients: a nonrandomized controlled clinical trial. Integrative Cancer Therapies 2018;17(4):1163-1171. https://doi.org/10.1177/1534735418796954