“How does osteopathic medicine help muscle spasms?”
I'm 27 years old, and I have chronic muscle spasms. My doctor says they're from dehydration, and referred me to an osteopath for treatment. How will an osteopath help me?
3 Answers
If your cramps are truly from dehydration then increased hydration and electrolytes prior to physical exertion would be the first thought. Cramps can be due to body structural issues as well, in which Osteopathic manipulation may be helpful.
Hello,
I would say that OMT would help as long as you are willing to drink more water, since that may be a huge contributing factor. We are able to help by removing areas of restriction that may be contributing to your muscle spasms.
I would say that OMT would help as long as you are willing to drink more water, since that may be a huge contributing factor. We are able to help by removing areas of restriction that may be contributing to your muscle spasms.
Muscle spasms are usually multi factorial, and causes can include nutrition/hydration, neurologic, musculoskeletal and autoimmune, as well as other factors. The Osteopathic approach starts with balancing tension within individual muscles, surrounding muscles, opposing muscle groups, and the bones and joints between these groups. We also address physical strains in the body that may be restricting the function of associated nerves, blood and lymphatic vessels that can be inhibited optimal function of these muscle at various levels.
