What does an osteopath do? What are they looking for with their hands on your body?

Many people think an osteopath simply gives massages. In fact, that is not the case.

Author: Dr. Elfana Suleymanova Medically reviewed

The osteopath first examines the body and tries to find where the pain is coming from. Sometimes the pain is in the neck, but the cause may be in the shoulder, the upper back or the spine.

Using gentle hands-on techniques, tense muscles are relaxed, joint movement improves and the body is helped to function normally.

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What does an osteopath do with their sensitive hands?

The osteopath’s sensitive hands find the problem areas in the body and return the organs to their normal positions. Through techniques made up of fine, gentle touches, the integrity of the organs, blood and lymph circulation, and nerve innervation are restored. The body activates its self-repair and regeneration systems and heals.

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How does an osteopath differ from other doctors?

An osteopath is a physician who “listens” to the logic of the body and works in accordance with its laws. During treatment, they regulate the function of the muscles and joints, monitor changes in the condition of the internal organs, guide the central nervous system back onto the right track, and help resolve the states of stress that stand in the way of recovery.

Every session is a unique creative process — the doctor works with their hands, head and heart.


We look not at where the pain is, but at where it comes from.
— Dr. Elfana Suleymanova, Center Director · Internist and osteopathic physician

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