By
using highly developed palpation skills the osteopath feels how
the body is trying to correct the problem. Then by applying very
gentle and yet very specific manipulation to the parts of the
body that feel disturbed, the osteopath assists the body to remove
any obstructions to this healing process. When these obstructions
to healing are removed then the body can return to a more normal
health state. Blood flow to and from all the involved tissues
will improve as will nerve function and tissue mobility.
The
technique can be used for anybody, but in particular for babies
and children when manipulation is inappropriate.