Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment for lower back pain

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Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment for Lower Back
Pain
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Counter strain

• The exact position of maximum lower back pain
  will be determined
• The osteopathic doctor will slowly direct you to
  a position that provides maximum comfort and
  gradually return you to a more neutral position.

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High velocity low amplitude thrusts (HVLAT) 

• The osteopathic doctor will apply high-velocity
  low amplitude thrust to the joint to reduce
  restricted movement.

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Massage

• The osteopathic doctor will perform different
  types of massages to stimulate the muscles.

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Myofascial Therapy 

• The osteopathic doctor will employ this soft
  tissue therapy to release muscular shortness and
  stiffness.

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Muscle Energy

• The osteopathic doctor will apply a counterforce
  to the muscles while used in a specific position
  and direction

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Soft Tissue Mobilization

• The osteopathic doctor will use rhythmic
  stretching, traction techniques, and deep
  pressure to utilize the muscle area around the
  spine.

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• Do you suffer from lower back pain?
• Contact the Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment
  experts at Integrated Medical Care (IMC).
• 845-535-9884
• info_at_imcpainfree.com
• www.imcpainfree.com