The Origin of Osteopathy
Although manual healing practices have been in existence for decades, it was not until 1874 that the American Andrew Taylor Still officially fathered osteopathy. He was a physician who obtained an additional diploma in engineering to satisfy his interest in health and mechanics. As he applied his knowledge and personal experience he created this new way of understanding and treating the human body.
What is Osteopathy exactly
The term osteopathy comes from the Greek words “osteon “ which means bone, structure of the life material, and “pathos ” meaning pain, the emotion that the person is trying to express.
Osteopathy is:
- A natural medicine that uses in-depth knowledge of anatomy and physiology combined with gentle palpation skills to evaluate and treat the root cause of the symptoms and to restore the balance of the body.
- An effective and non-invasive treatment for many health conditions.
- A way to restore movement of the body mechanisms, to maintain equilibrium and to relieve symptoms.
- A preventive approach to health care.
The Principles of Osteopathy
The following principles are the foundation of osteopathy and are imperative for the body as a whole.
- The physical body is interconnected with all components being interrelated. When a particular part is not functioning properly, the entire body will react and readjust causing the body to be imbalanced.
- Each physiological structure of the body determines its function. For example, the anatomic structure of the elbow joint determines the way it moves and the direction it moves in. The osteopath will study and correct the irregularities in the structures that make up the body in order to improve their functions.
- The internal homeostatic system has its own pharmacy to heal. When the system is in balance, it has everything needed to be self-sufficient and heal itself.
- The arteries have a primary role; blood circulation represents the power and well-being of the body. It is through the arteries that blood supplies oxygen, water and nutrients to the different cells of the body.
These principles summarize the holistic vision of the osteopathic approach.
Osteopathy schools
The first school of Osteopathy was opened in the USA in 1892 by Andrew Taylor Still, but since then, this field of practice has become popular all over the world.
In Canada, the first Osteopathy College (CEO) opened its doors in Montreal in 1981 and has expanded across the country with schools located in: Halifax, Toronto, Winnipeg and Vancouver.
There are two different philosophies for Osteopathic Training:
- In American schools, students train as a physician with a speciality in osteopathy.
- The traditional Osteopathic schools around the world, like CEO (Collège d'Études Ostéopathique) in Montreal train strictly in osteopathic theory and practice for a minimum of 4 years with an additional requirements for a research thesis or practicum.
The Origin of ThetaHealing
In 1995 an American naturopath named Vianna Stibal discovered and developed ThetaHealing. She healed herself from a life threatening illness by using her unique technique of retraining her core belief systems.
What is ThetaHealing?
ThetaHealing is a healing technique that eliminates your limiting subconscious beliefs that hold you back from reaching your full potential. By addressing those negative thoughts and beliefs you can change the direction of your life and relationship so you can experience infinite possibilities.
Some examples of negative thoughts or core beliefs that may be present in the subconscious mind that could be restricting you from reaching your full potential are:
- I am not good enough... I don't deserve it...I am not worthy
- It is bad to have money... It is greedy to have money...
- I need to work hard for everything that I have or want...
- I have a fear of success... I am no lovable...
It is important to uncover the core belief systems that exist and limit your life. Each belief or subconscious thought is tested by completing a muscle test. Statements that are true in your core belief system are identified by a positive muscle response while statements that are untrue have a weak muscle response.
This technique will only be effective if you are open to the philosophy and truly have a desire to change your core beliefs. You and the practitioner agree on the most pertinent areas to address at the subconscious level and are an active participant in witnessing any changes in your body during the process, such as different sensations, colors or visions.
ThetaHealing schools
They are various courses throughout Canada that offer basic and Advance DNA ThetaHealing.
When the Art of a gentle healing touch gets to the Core
Anie Rodier DOMP(Ca) Certified Osteopathy Practitioner and ThetaHealing Practitioner
Vancouver BC, Canada
anie@rodieraosteopathy.ca
778-891-0063 - Services offerts aussi en français -
