Prairie Therapy – Working Out of Encompass Holistic Health

Prairie Therapy – Working Out of Encompass Holistic Health

Calgary Osteopath and Athletic Therapy Services

Calgary Osteopathic and Athletic Therapy Services

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Osteopathic Manual Therapy

Osteopathic Manual Therapy is a patient-centered approach that uses skilled palpation and gentle manual techniques to restore balance and function across all body systems, helping to alleviate pain and dysfunction.

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Athletic Therapy Calgary

Athletic Therapy involves the assessment, prevention, immediate care, and reconditioning of musculoskeletal injuries, using rehabilitative techniques and customized exercise programs to promote optimal healing and safe reintegration into an active lifestyle.

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Now Working Out of Encompass Health

Prairie Therapy will now be operating out of Encompass Holistic Health. Although our 17th Ave location in Calgary is closed, we remain dedicated to providing exceptional care and services at our new location. We look forward to welcoming you to Encompass Holistic Health and continuing to support your wellness journey. Thank you for your continued support!

Christine Dixon – Osteopathic Manual Therapist and Athletic Therapist

Christine Dixon, originally from Regina, Saskatchewan, holds a Bachelor Degree in Kinesiology with an Advanced Athletic Therapy Certificate from Mount Royal College. She is certified with the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association and completed the Osteopathic Manual Practitioner program in Vancouver. Christine views the body holistically and enjoys helping patients piece it back together when they aren’t feeling 100%. Her clinical interests include foot, ankle, and lower body dysfunction, with a passion for fertility, prenatal, and post-partum care.

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Treatment Modalities

This therapy involves a range of techniques designed to address joint dysfunctions. This consists of gentle, controlled movements to reduce stiffness and improve mobility.

Cranio-Sacral therapy involves gentle techniques aimed at treating the cranio-sacral system. This system includes the protective membranes of the brain, which extend down the spine around the spinal cord, connecting the cranium (head) to the sacrum and pelvis both mechanically and functionally. These techniques help alleviate tensions around the nervous system, promoting proper regulation of all bodily systems.

Visceral Manipulation is a gentle therapy that targets the ligamentous suspension of the organs (viscera). It aims to ensure the proper mobility and motility of the organs within themselves and in relation to surrounding structures such as bones, muscles, blood vessels, nerves, and lymphatic vessels. This therapy helps maintain the harmonious function of the body’s internal systems.

These techniques involve a variety of soft tissue manipulations targeting the fascia, ligaments, and muscles. The goal is to relax the muscles, enhance blood and fluid circulation, and improve range of motion both locally and throughout the body.

This manual therapy, commonly used in Osteopathy, employs a muscle’s own energy through gentle isometric contractions. This technique involves the patient actively contracting muscles against resistance provided by the therapist, followed by a stretch to improve flexibility and range of motion.

Practitioners assess the interstitial fluids in the body to determine if they can circulate freely, whether locally, regionally, or globally. This skill can be applied to any part of the body, helping to alleviate fluid stagnation and congestion, which can, in turn, relieve various ailments such as concussions, joint pain and lymphatic drainage.

During most osteopathic sessions, we review the patient’s physical activities and daily habits to identify any movements or exercises that may be performed incorrectly and contributing to their issues. This exercise guidance is catered to your specific needs after a thorough assessment.

Common Reasons for Consultation

Treatment can alleviate pain, enhance movement, reduce fatigue, and improve overall strength and function. It can also prevent further injury and help you return to sports, work, or daily activities. Pain levels can vary greatly, presenting as stiffness, tenderness, spasms, or mild to severe pain, and can develop suddenly or gradually. Osteopathic Manual Therapists are renowned for their pain management skills, with patients often reporting high satisfaction. They use a variety of gentle, hands-on techniques tailored to your age, fitness, and diagnosis. Treatment plans are individualized and will address your full body.

Whether you are a teenager or postmenopausal, Osteopathic Manual Therapy can help address many common women’s health concerns, such as painful menstruation, pelvic floor weakness, frequent or urgent urination, pregnancy, post-partum issues, and fertility. Our team understands the complexity of women’s health issues and uses a variety of Osteopathic techniques to improve symptoms and quality of life. This may include spinal and pelvic mobilizations, as well as gentle visceral and cranio-sacral techniques.

Osteopathy can support you on your fertility journey by regulating the menstrual cycle, improving ovarian function, balancing hormone levels, increasing blood flow to reproductive organs, and managing stress.

Understanding the underlying causes of dysfunction is crucial. Since many women’s health issues are multifactorial, our team may recommend other allied health practitioners, such as nutritionists, naturopaths, or psychologists, to provide a comprehensive treatment approach. Always consult your physician if you have concerns about any medical conditions before exploring Osteopathic Manual Therapy.

A concussion occurs when a force impacts the cranium, whether through direct impact, a whipping motion like whiplash from a car accident, or an axial force from a hard fall on the tailbone. This force can alter consciousness and cause neurological dysfunction, affecting quality of life. Our team is highly trained in osteopathic techniques and concussion protocols to help restore daily function and safely return you to sports or work. Successful rehabilitation involves removing the traumatic imprint, treating areas that impede fluid circulation, and respecting the body’s healing timelines. Techniques may include spinal mobilization, visceral manipulation, and cranio-sacral treatment. Always consult your physician if you have concerns about medical conditions or head trauma before exploring Osteopathic Manual Therapy.

Our team offers a holistic approach to improving digestive health through Osteopathic Manual Therapy. We have experience treating symptoms such as irritable bowels, bloating, constipation, sluggish digestion, gastrointestinal pain, and acid reflux. Our success lies in addressing the root causes, not just the symptoms. Practitioners consider structural, biomechanical, emotional, and biochemical factors, recognizing that imbalances in these areas can interrelate. Osteopathic techniques aim to enhance the motility, mobility, and circulation of the digestive system, adhering to the philosophy that the body can self-regulate and heal.

Osteopathy uses gentle hands-on techniques to ease pain, reduce tension, and improve movement. Through pregnancy you may find osteopathy helpful for back pain, joint aches, and even sleep troubles. By caring for the body, osteopathy can make pregnancy more comfortable and prepare the body for childbirth.

Infant osteopathy uses gentle touch to help babies feel their best. It can be used for issues like trouble sleeping, colic, or feeding difficulties. Osteopathic manual therapists use light movements to help relax muscles and improve movement. Many parents find that osteopathy helps their baby feel calm and more comfortable.

Osteopathic treatment for children uses gentle touch to help kids feel better. It can help with things like joint dysfunction, posture, and even some breathing or digestion problems. The therapist uses light movements to relax muscles and improve how the body moves. Many kids find it comfortable and calming.

Osteopathic treatment can help with stress relief. It uses gentle touch to relax tight muscles and improve how the body moves. This can help you feel calm and ease tension. Many people feel lighter and more relaxed after treatment. Osteopathy can be a safe and natural way to help your body feel better during stressful times.

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