by Christianne James DO MP, RMT, CMAP, BSc, MAP
Osteopath and Registered Massage Therapist
As you age, you become
more aware of the aches and pains, creeks and cracks that you feel and hear
within your body. The
elasticity in your body deteriorates and increases the risk of injury to soft
tissues and bony structures. This aging process may cause you to experience
symptoms such as:
- Stiffness, reduced mobility and flexibility.
- Pain in your back, hips, knees, feet, neck, shoulder, arms and hands.
- Arthritic pain (osteoarthritis or rheumatoid) and joint swelling.
Many people believe that pain or
anti-inflammatory medications are the only aids available, with surgery as an
option for severe cases of deterioration. This can be scary and frustrating when you
begin to stop enjoying activities and lose your functional independence. However
there are natural manual techniques to help alleviate the symptoms of aging.
Osteopathy can help these
ailments using simple gentle techniques that increase circulation to the
problem areas (which brings in nutrients and gets rid of waste products),
balances the structures of the body, and increases the range of movement within
the joints. If the deterioration is severe and surgery is necessary, osteopathy
treatments can ensure the tissues are at their optimal health before and after
surgery. Body work such as osteopathy coupled with quality sleep, a good diet,
lots of water and daily movement can help you age gracefully!
Christianne is a licensed
Canadian Osteopath and Registered Massage Therapist. She is registered with the
Ontario Federation of Osteopathic Practitioners and is registered with the
Canadian Massage Therapists of Ontario. She is fully certified in Contemporary
Medical Acupuncture which incorporates classical acupuncture and acupuncture
with electro-stimulation.
To make an appointment
toronto@pinewoodhealth.ca
or
Phone 415656-8100
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