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Classical Osteopathy
Classical Osteopathy
Coverage: may be eligible for extended health insurance reimbursement
Osteopathic Manual Therapy (OMT) also referred to as Classical Osteopathy is an art and a science. OMT is a manipulative (hands on body) patient centered approach which focuses on the relation between structure and function of the body. Treatment aims to support mobility, reduce discomfort and pain, and improve overall physical function by addressing all tissue restrictions.
In Canada, clients remain clothed during treatments. Sessions are individualized including a variety of manual therapy approaches specific to your presentation.
Sandi refers to herself as a ‘mechanic, plumber and electrician’ of the human body. Her job is to help the body do what it is not able to do, in that moment, on its own – helping shift your ‘abnormal’ closer to your ‘normal’. In this way she reminds people …
your body is your healer
Insurance coverage is determined by your individual plan. Receipts are provided for patient submission to extended health benefit providers.
Sandi first turned her attention to Osteopathic concepts when training in Polarity Therapy (one root in Osteopathy) with the CWIS/CTM. Decades later, unable to work while recovering from organ failure, she returned to school for Osteopathic Manual Therapy through the CAO (Canadian Academy of Osteopathy). She graduated with an MOMSc in 2018, and is now a member of OstCan osteopathic association.
Historically, Sandi’s body work started with Athletic Therapy – serving both able bodied and differently (paralympic) athletes, serving weekend warriors, Olympic and professional athletes, with acute and chronic injuries, in clinics and on-site. A move into neurological rehabilitation services, acupressure, polarity therapy and spiritual healing expanded into treating the whole being, traumatic injuries, chronic and degenerative illness. Service to musicians, performers and dancers, a lifelong passion, while, progressive learning brought the world of somatic trauma resolution to her doorstep long before ‘trauma’ was publicly recognized. Later, recovery from multisystem organ failure recovery, gifted a more thorough understanding of dynamic function and the true potential of human resilience.
Sandi’s Reflexivity
Sandi feels the tools of Classical Osteopathy are the practitioner’s hands. The science is the universal and scientific principles (osteopathic principles) informing functional relations, assessment and treatment of the human body. The art is the experience and wisdom applications of the practitioner.
Her passion in the roots of Classical Osteopathy interfaces with her Indigenous-informed teachings. Dr. Andrew Taylor Still, referred to himself as a ‘lightning bone-setter’, prior to ‘flying the banner to Osteopathy’. In historical and Indigenous context, this references specific Indigenous Medicine traditions. She spends a vast amount of time listening to mentors, reading, apply the knowledge of original and current osteopathic literature, western science, universal principles. Every day, she learns from her greatest teacher – the ever-changing, adaptable, growing and evolving human body. Part of our learning then, is to listen to this teacher.
When your mind knows how to partner with your body, your potential is vast!!!
OMT is a beneficial approach for a variety of challenges, both acute (immediate) and chronic (long term). Sandi is particularly adept at unwinding the many layers of complex chronic pain and illness.
Conditions Treated
Sandi has an affinity for assisting people with:
• Musculoskeletal challenges (sprains/strains, overuse, adhesions, scar tissue, repetitive strain)
• Pain resolution and management (acute and chronic)
• Neurological challenges (neuromuscular, brain injury – concussion, TBI, ABI, stroke, degenerative, neuropathy)
• MVA (motor vehicle accidents), traumatic incidents
• Mental health challenges
• Post operative pain/adhesions (acute and chronic)
• Trauma – Somatic (body) effects of trauma, mental/emotional effects, PTSD/cPTSD, anxiety, depression
• Systemic care – complex chronic illness, hormonal imbalance, digestive issues, lung/heart issues, multisystem organ failure, post-covid, idiopathic/non-descript illness or pain, weight loss
• People who feel they have not been helped elsewhere, feel they have no where else to go or feel like they are at the end of their rope
• Pregnancy related treatment (fertility, pregnancy, post-partum)
• Preventative care
• Life changes and Life transitions
• Personal Development
This is not a complete list. If you do not see a condition that you are dealing with, feel free to contact Sandi for a 15-30min free consultation to ensure she is a good fit for you and your situation.
Please remember: Indigenous-informed Integrative and Osteopathic Manual Therapy care are not a substitute for medical diagnosis or medical treatment. They are adjunctive, complementary approaches.
Personal Investment
For current fees of all services, contact Sandi.
In recognition of social and economic disparity, Sandi offers co-creative payment plans for people in need. This allows people to participate in services when they need, without having to wait until they have the money.
