Osteopathy Definition

ŏstē-ŏpə-thē
noun
A school of medicine and surgery employing various methods of diagnosis and treatment, but placing special emphasis on the interrelationship of the musculo-skeletal system to all other bodily systems.
Webster's New World
A system of manual therapeutic techniques aimed at restoring physical function and promoting the body's ability to heal itself, performed by a practitioner who is not a licensed physician.
American Heritage Medicine

(alternative medicine) The branch of therapy based on manipulation of bones and muscles.

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Origin of Osteopathy

  • osteo- +"Ž -pathy

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Osteopathy Sentence Examples

  • The most effective alternative therapies, according to the British SPD Support Group, include chiropractic and osteopathy which help to relieve joint pain.

  • Can I have osteopathy on my private medical insurance?

  • The GOsC regulates, promotes and develops the profession of osteopathy, maintaining a Statutory Register of those entitled to practice osteopathy.

  • She uses a variety of techniques and approaches, including cranial osteopathy, as required to suit the patient's individual needs.

  • He found that osteopathy relieved his symptoms and also tried herbal medicine and aromatherapy.

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