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orthodontics and osteopathy
By Dominick Hussey Treatment

Orthodontics : improving their success with Osteopathy

Orthodontics treatment is becoming more common place and can be used to help with a variety of complaints including a deficit of bone growth, temporomandibular joint issues (TMJ), difficulty with breathing, position of teeth and position of the tongue.

It is common for teenagers to consult an orthodontist; however, it is important to know that orthodontics can be used from the age of about 4.

Why is it important to ask an orthodontist so early?

At this age, the child has deciduous dentition, or baby teeth and the permanent, adult teeth have not yet emerged. This situation allows for treatments to be more efficient because we can have an impact on the growing bones. By ensuring correct, healthy bone growth, it allows for the optimal emergence of permanent teeth.

Starting treatments earlier brings a better balance between the different structures of the body, a true harmony and makes the treatments more stable.

During an assessment your orthodontist will ask if your child is or was a thumb sucker or used a pacifier, he will have a look at the respiration (breathing) of your child, nose and mouth breathing, and he will test the mobility of temporomandibular joints (TMJ).

Using osteopathic treatments alongside orthodontics can enhance their success

The osteopath can help by improving the mobility of cranial bones (the skull), cervical vertebrae (the neck), hyoid bone (in front of the neck) and of course the rest of the body, the chest, pelvis, etc. These different parts of the body all have an influence on the mouth and the orthodontic treatment. The body exists as a whole, not a collection of separate pieces. Using a combination of treatments will decrease the time required to achieve results and allow a greater impact on the position of teeth.

Using a combination of treatments will reduce the time needed to produce results and allow more significant impact on the position of teeth.

osteopathic treatment what to expect
By Dominick Hussey Osteopathy, Treatment

Osteopathic treatment: What to expect and what to do afterwards?

The primary goal of an osteopathic treatment is to give your the body the capacity to rebalance itself. This principle is called “self-healing “. As such this may induce certain feelings in your body. In this blog, I outline what to expect after an osteopathic treatment and furthermore do’s and don’t afterwards.

What to expect after osteopathic treatment?

After a session, different areas that were locked will again find their mobility. Your body will furnish more energy to integrate the treatment and fight against the inflammation. That is why you may feel tired after a session.

Your body continues to heal after a session. You will typically feel an improvement after a few days or sometimes a few weeks. In the first few day’s after the treatment tense areas will begin to relax and you can feel pain like achiness. Sometimes it could be more painful/stronger than before, or you can have other pain or other symptoms that may appear. Don’t be surprised, keep calm, your body is still working! Usually, these symptoms will persist for 2-3 days, but sometimes it could be present for one week, depending on the patient, their medical history, or stress level. In the next few weeks, your body should continue to attain balance. Usually, your body needs about 3-4 weeks to relieve the pain. Sometimes you’ll still feel an imbalance, and this is the moment to book another appointment.

Usually, these symptoms will persist for 2-3 days, but sometimes it could be present for one week, depending on the patient, their medical history, or stress level. In the next few weeks, your body should continue to attain balance. Usually, your body needs about 3-4 weeks to relieve the pain. Sometimes you’ll still feel an imbalance, and this is the moment to book another appointment.

In the next few weeks, your body should continue to attain balance. Usually, your body needs about 3-4 weeks to relieve the pain. Sometimes you’ll still feel an imbalance, and this is the moment to book another appointment.

What to do after your osteopathic treatment?

Drink some water

Drinking water will help your joints, muscles, ligaments and bones to integrate the treatment better. If you do not usually drink much water, try keeping a 50cl bottle of water with you during the day. Your goal is to drink the bottle during the morning (by small gulps). Refill it at lunch time and drink it during the afternoon. By the end of the day, you will have drunk at least 1L. You will also consume water in your food. It is necessary to drink between 1,5 and 2L per day.

Avoid exercising after the session

After a session your body has to adapt by itself, so allow it to rest for about 48h. If you have a demanding work/job, try to book your appointment the day before your weekend or a day off.

Take care of your body

Avoid bad postures, long car journeys, and activities high-level pressure for example amusement parks.

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Ottawa Functional Osteopaths vs Chiropractors: What is the difference?
By Dominick Hussey Treatment ,

Ottawa Functional Osteopaths vs Chiropractors: What is the difference?

Do you live in Ottawa?

Are you confused about the difference between Ottawa Functional Osteopaths vs Chiropractors?

If so, you are in the right place.

Today I am going to outline the difference between Ottawa Osteopaths vs Chiropractors.

More spcifically I will talk about:

  1. How do they treat?
  2. What treatment techniques do they use?
  3. What conditions do they treat?
  4. Who do they treat?
  5. How long is a visit?

Let’s jump in and talk about how they both treat.

Ottawa Functional Osteopaths vs Chiropractors: How do they treat?

Both Ottawa Functional Osteopaths use some hands on treatment but may also offer some dietary, lifestyle and nutrional advice. Ottawa Chiropractors primarily use their hands when treating.

Chiropractors can also use other parts of their body including elbows or knees as well as using adjustment and massage tools.

What treatment techniques do they use?

Ottawa Functional Osteopaths use some osteopathic techniques such as:

  1. Spinal and joint adjustments
  2. Joint mobilization
  3. Massage

They also incorporate alot of functional neurology techniques such as PDTR.

At Chiropractic College, Chiropractors are trained in the following techniques including:

  1. Spinal and joint adjustments
  2. Active Release Technique (ART)
  3. Graston Technique

Not every chiropractor will use all the above techniques and some will specialise in just one.

Some Ottawa Chiropractors also use functional neurology techniques.

Ottawa Functional Osteopaths vs Chiropractors: What do they treat?

Both Functional Osteopaths and Chiropractors can help with the acute and chronic pain of the joints, ligaments, muscles, nerves, spine and tendons.

Functional Osteopaths that use PDTR specialise in helping with post-traumatic conditions such as concussions, falls, sports injuries and whiplash.

Who can do they treat?

Both Functional Osteopaths and Chiropractors can treat people of all ages.

Ottawa Functional Osteopaths vs Chiropracts: How long is a visit?

The initial visit to both a Functional Osteopath is 60 minutes.

A Chiropractor initial visit is between 45 and 60 minutes long.

Follow up visits for Functional Osteopaths are between 30 and 45 minutes.

Chiropractor follow-up visits are much shorter, between 10 and 15 minutes.

Did I Miss Anything?

Are you less confused about the differences between Ottawa Functional Osteopaths and Chiropractors?

Are you still confused and have more questions?

Either way let me know by leaving a comment below.