Chapter 10 - Osteopathy Flashcards

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In cranial osteopathy, what is the force that operates between the moving bones of the skull?

A

Primary respiratory mechanism.

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2
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Where did osteopathy start?

A

Missouri

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3
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How do cranial osteopaths think their treatment works?

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By improving cranial rhythmic impulses, which in turn enhances cerebrospinal fluid flow to peripheral nerves.

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4
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What are some more controversial diseases that osteopaths try to treat?

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Asthma, middle ear infections, menstrual pain, and lung infection.

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5
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What does the evidence say for medical osteopathy?

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That it can reduce lower back pain better than a placebo can.

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6
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What treatments do osteopaths use?

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Osteopathic manipulations accompanied by dietary, postural, occupational advice and counselling.

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What do cranial osteopaths believe?

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There is a primary respiratory mechanism that can be felt with a finely developed sense of touch and can be affected by a practitioner.

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Two types of osteopathy

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CAM practitioners, called ‘restricted scope’ osteopaths and osteopathic physicians

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What do visceral osteopaths think their treatment does?

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Relieve imbalances and restricted interconnections involving the nerves, blood vessels, fascia, etc.

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10
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What conditions do osteopaths usually treat?

A

Back and head pain.

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11
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What philosophy do osteopathic physicians hold?

A

Same paradigm as orthodox medicine.

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12
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When did osteopathy start?

A

1874

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13
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Are osteopathic schools accredited in the US?

A

Yes.

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14
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___ between motion of all structures of the body affect the internal organs.

A

Interconnection synchronicity.

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15
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Original philosophy of osteopathy

A

Treatment of musculoskeletal system aids the body’s ability to heal itself. The movement of body fluids is essential to health. Nerves are crucial in controlling these fluids.

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16
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What are two controversial treatments used by CAM osteopaths?

A

Cranial osteopathy and visceral osteopathy.

17
Q

Are osteopathic colleges accredited in Canada?

A

No.

18
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What did Andrew Still, the founder of osteopathy, believe?

A

That pathological conditions could be determined from bone.