Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment

Experience the benefits of osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) at Nile Family Medicine in Roswell, Georgia. With specialized training in OMT, Radhika Patel, DO, uses gentle, hands-on techniques to relieve pain, improve mobility, and restore balance throughout your body. This whole-person approach looks beyond symptoms to consider lifestyle, stress, nutrition, and environment, supporting healing from within so you can move, feel, and live better. Call today or schedule your visit online.

What is osteopathic manipulative treatment?

Osteopathic manipulative treatment, often called OMT, is a hands-on approach to care used by doctors of osteopathic medicine (DOs). It focuses on how your body’s bones, muscles, nerves, and tissues work together and how imbalances in those systems can affect your overall health. 

Through gentle stretching, pressure, and resistance techniques, OMT helps restore alignment, improve circulation, and support your body’s natural ability to heal itself.

The treatment does more than simply relieve pain. It encourages balance and mobility throughout your entire body while helping to reduce tension and improve physical function. Many people find OMT to be an effective complement to other medical treatments, especially when dealing with chronic pain or a limited range of motion.

What issues can osteopathic manipulative treatment treat?

Osteopathic manipulative treatment can be helpful for a wide range of concerns, including:

• Back, neck, and joint pain
• Muscle tension and stiffness
• Headaches and migraines
• Sports or work-related injuries
• Postural issues and limited mobility
• Stress-related discomfort or fatigue

By using a hands-on approach, your Nile Family Medicine provider can identify areas of restriction or imbalance that may be contributing to your symptoms. The goal is to treat the root cause of discomfort rather than just masking it with medication or temporary fixes.

How does osteopathic manipulative treatment work?

During an OMT session, your provider uses their hands to gently assess how your body moves and functions. Techniques may involve soft-tissue stretching, light pressure, or subtle manipulations designed to improve motion and reduce strain. 

The Nile Family Medicine team tailors every treatment to your specific needs and comfort level, making it a safe and personalized option.

When will I experience results from osteopathic manipulative treatment?

Results can vary depending on the condition being treated and your body’s response. Some people notice improvement right after their first session, while others may feel gradual relief over several visits as their body adjusts and heals. 

Consistency often leads to longer-lasting benefits, including reduced pain, greater flexibility, and a stronger sense of overall well-being.

If you’re ready to move more freely and feel better every day, schedule an appointment for osteopathic manipulative treatment and discover how hands-on care can make a difference in your health. Call the Nile Family Medicine office or book online today.