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Relational clinical practice: A hermeneutic, enactive, intersubjective model of osteopathy
This commentary proposes a framework for considering the philosophical foundations that support osteopathic practice, using the metaphor of ‘tectonic plates’. It is argued that reflective osteopathic practitioners, and the organisations they make up, would benefit from engaging with the differing ontological and epistemological traditions that underpin healthcare theory, evidence and practice. It is proposed that having more insight into the philosophical traditions of reality (ontologies) and forms of knowledge (epistemologies), that underpin medicine and healthcare will support ethical, reflective practice, informed ...
Source: International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine - December 27, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Amanda Banton, Steven Vogel Source Type: research

Introduction to running analysis in the clinical setting: A masterclass
Running is a widely-adopted exercise modality, with relatively low financial barriers to access, and is associated with a host of health benefits. However, with this high participation rate, comes a high risk of running related injury (RRI) —with rates of up to 85 % being reported. There are many drivers of RRI such as training load, genetic and anthropometric factors, with biomechanical factors being an important consideration also. Traditionally, biomechanical gait analysis was only able to be performed in expensive specialised 3 D gait laboratories. (Source: International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine - December 26, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Nicholas Tripodi, Jack Feehan, Daniel Corcoran, Brett Vaughan, Patrick McLaughlin Source Type: research

Advancing osteopathic education in Canada: New offerings, new direction
In September 2023, the first degree program for osteopathy, an Honours Bachelor of Science from Sheridan College in the province of Ontario will welcome its first cohort [1]. This will be the first full-time academic degree in Canada that offers a career opportunity in osteopathy directly from high school. The degree will include two new full semester courses that have not been offered in osteopathy in Canada as part of the core curriculum. The courses, Critical Thinking (CT), and The Philosophy and Science of Pain (Pain) are currently in development to start in second year. (Source: International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine - December 19, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Monica Noy Source Type: research

The role of touch in osteopathic clinical encounters – A scoping review
This study aimed to scope the current scientific evidence about the role, use and effects of touch in the form of assessment and manual therapy intervention during osteopathic clinical encounters, in order to provide an up-to-date understanding of the use of hands-on modalities in the field of musculoskeletal (MSK) treatment. The primary research question was “what is the role of touch during osteopathic clinical encounters?”. (Source: International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine - December 18, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Alessio Gessa, Ian Greaves, Jerry Draper-Rodi Source Type: research

Osteopathic manipulative treatment for autism spectrum disorder: Three case reports
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder with a prevalence that is on the rise. Despite a growing body of research, definitive etiology or universally beneficial treatments have not been identified. Patients and providers try therapeutic modalities beyond the conventional interventions, including osteopathic manipulative treatment or OMT. Reports on OMT as therapy for patients with ASD are few. These case reports seek to add to the small body of evidence supporting the use of OMT in patients with ASD. (Source: International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine - December 16, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Kimberly Wolf, Felicia Widjaja, Whitney OKeefe, Yingtong Chen, Michael Breard, China Parenteau, Jordan Keys, Richard Riemer, Robert L. Hendren Source Type: research

Comparing the remote effects of dry needling and ischemic pressure on pain intensity and threshold of the myofascial trigger points in women: A Single Blinded Randomized Clinical Trial
The current study aimed to investigate the remote effects of upper trapezius (UT) Dry needling (DN) and ischemic pressure (IP) on the pain intensity and threshold of the MTrPs in the extensor carpi radialis longus (ECRL) and the first dorsal interosseous (FDI) muscles. (Source: International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine - December 16, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Tabassom Ghanavati, Hakimeh Adigozali, Mandana Rezaei, Neda Gilani, Jalal Ahadi Source Type: research

Meta-epidemiologic review: Blinding and sham treatment in clinical trial design for osteopathic manipulative treatment research
To analyze the consistency of study designs in osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) research, focusing on blinding protocols and the use of sham treatments. (Source: International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine - December 13, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Richard Irving, Emma Schmidt, Michaela Stone, Regina K. Fleming, Jennifer Yanhua Xie Source Type: research

Perceptions of Australian osteopaths on the use of telehealth for patient care: Barriers and enablers for implementation
Telehealth is increasingly becoming a significant strategy for the delivery of healthcare in Australia in a wide range of professions. Recent physical distancing requirements were a catalyst for professions such as osteopathy (where the dominant care model is manual therapy) to make significant changes to adapt their approach for telehealth platforms. (Source: International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine - December 13, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Sandra Grace, Roger Engel, Chanelle Mastronardo, Lee Muddle, Michael Fleischmann, Brett Vaughan, Azharuddin Fazalbhoy Source Type: research

Osteopathic manipulative treatment for pediatric Long-COVID headache: A case report
SARS-CoV-2 is a disease with global impact, and in the United States alone, approximately 20  % of children have had SARS-CoV-2. Long-COVID affects a significant number of children and adults with an incidence reported as high as 57 % for a SARS-CoV-2 sequelae. Currently, a gold standard treatment has not been identified for long-COVID. There have been pathologic mechanisms of action pr oposed for long-COVID, but this is complicated by the wide variety of symptom manifestations. (Source: International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine - December 13, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Samantha E. Danto, Jay B. Danto Source Type: research

A tailored training based on students ’ and teachers’ needs to improve palpation skills: A quantitative part of a mixed-method study
Palpation is a fundamental and complex skill for manual practitioners, it is a very difficult task to teach and to learn. Trials suggest that training might increase the reliability of palpation in detection of bony landmarks, nevertheless the poor dependability of the examined tests suggests that teaching methods must be reviewed. Different training methodologies have been implemented to improve learning experience of manual therapists, but none of them were based on students' and teachers ’ suggestions. (Source: International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine - December 13, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Carolina Lavazza, Giacomo Zangoni, Federico Sozzi, Alessandra Abenavoli, Matteo Barenghi Source Type: research

Interrater agreement and reliability of a palpation method for locating C1 transverse process in the cervical spine
To examine the agreement and interrater reliability of a palpation method for locating the C1 transverse processes (C1TP) and the association between personal characteristics with the observed agreement. (Source: International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine - December 12, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Ana Paula Antunes Ferreira, Maria Letizia Moraes Maddaluno, Ana Christina Certain Curi, Arthur de S á Ferreira Source Type: research

What is wrong with osteopathy? A response to Thomson and MacMillan
Thomson and MacMillan's paper What's wrong with osteopathy? Has understandably caused some consternation within the profession. In this commentary I want to support the intent of their argument, but also suggest they do not go far enough. Western healthcare is entering a post-professional era which will profoundly affect every profession's identity and social purpose. The effects of late capitalism on the atomisation of the body, the unbundling of goodness and expertise, and the transformative effects of digital technologies are not commonly discussed issues in osteopathy, but they are becoming central concerns for any pro...
Source: International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine - November 4, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: David A. Nicholls Source Type: research

Combating modern DO stigmatization
This article investigates the misperceptions behind the recent media coverage of osteopathic physicians. This article highlights the history of osteopathic medicine, as well as the education and training physicians receive. Additionally, this paper offers suggestions on how to combat the stigma in everyday life. (Source: International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine - October 28, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Alessia Cooney, Laura Vega, Brandon J. Goodwin, Jill Adams, Forum Mangrola, LisaM. Price Mslis, Leonard Powell Do Source Type: research

Saying it doesn't make it so - a reply to Esp írito Santo et al
We read with interest the letter to the editor (LTE) by Esp írito Santo et al. [1] in response to our paper What's wrong with osteopathy? (WWWO) [2]. We want to once again thank the osteopathy community for engaging with our arguments and to IJOM for the opportunity to deepen the discussion and reflections on our paper. We view the ongoing impassioned disco urse surrounding WWWO (van Dun 2023; [3,4]) as a signal that the issues we put forward in our paper have some salience to the direction that osteopathy might take. (Source: International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine - October 19, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Oliver P. Thomson, Andrew MacMillan Source Type: research

Letter to the Editor: Underlining there is nothing wrong with osteopathy
With regard to the commentary article in Vol 48, February 2023 issue of IJOM, "What's Wrong with Osteopathy ” [1], we would like to share our thoughts through the following response. We read the paper thoroughly and the issues raised although they are relevant, they are presented in a very disturbing, skewed manner and are out of touch with the current state of knowledge. Many times, even the right word s in the wrong context are the fastest way to dissonance, ending up losing their educational purpose. (Source: International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine)
Source: International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine - October 11, 2023 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Jo ão Espírito Santo, João Moita, Bruno Campos, Alexandre Nunes Source Type: research