Dr. Iris Marshall  M.D., D.Ed., Dip. Sport Med., D.O.(MP)

Osteopathy is the study of the human body as it functions in health and disease, through anatomy, physiology, pathology, and biomechanics.  The objective of the practice of osteopathy is to restore mobility to different systems of the body (e.g., musculo-skeletal, circulatory, digestive, pulmonary, and nervous) by improving the regulation and interaction of these systems.  Dr. Marshall uses precise palpatory and manipulative techniques to treat restrictions in tissues, which prevent the various parts of the body from fulfilling their natural function. 

Dr. Iris Marshall (M.D., D.Ed., Dip Sport Med., D.O.(M.P.) graduated from University of Toronto Medical School in 1976.  Dr. Marshall is currently the only physician in Ontario who has completed osteopathic training with the Canadian College of Osteopathy and continuing education with the American Academy of Osteopathy.

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Benefits of Osteopathic Treatment

 

Removes underlying causes of pain by:

• treating tightness in muscles and other tissues
• increasing range of motion in joints
• strengthening weak muscles

Encourages the body to heal itself by:

• improving circulation
• reducing blood pressure

Relieves chronic pain through non-invasive treatment by:

• decreasing stress on joints
• reducing tension in the body
• relieving tension headaches and migraine headaches

Reduces scars and adhesions

Helps the body to adapt to hormonal and structural changes during pregnancy

Treats trauma resulting from accidents 

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Osteopathic treatment techniques include:

• manipulative techniques – direct techniques designed to stretch and relax muscles and connective tissue
• articulatory – repetitive joint motion designed to increase vascular flow and lymphatic drainage and improve joint motion
• cranial osteopathy – detection of subtle motion in the cranium, which can be redirected to relieve tension and physiological stress
• visceral manipulation - ligamentous balancing of visceral connections to reduce dysfunctional tissue tension
• muscle energy – an active form of manipulation in which the patient aids in the process through cooperative muscle effort
• counterstrain – a passive technique in which the patient is placed in the position of comfort for 90sec, allowing the NMS to reset muscle tone at a lower level
• myofascial release - a dynamic technique for allowing muscle and connective tissue relaxation. This facilitates and improves vascular circulation and lymphatic flow

 

 

 

 

Links:

Canadian College of Osteopathy      www.osteopathiccollege.com

American Academy of Osteopathy      www.academyofosteopathy.org

Ontario Association of Osteopathy    www.osteopathyontario.com

The Cranial Academy      www.cranialacademy.org

 

11 April, 2008