What is visceral osteopathy?
Visceral osteopathy is the branch of osteopathy dedicated to the treatment of mobility alterations that occur in the visceral system. It is a method of treatment that is dedicated to work the visceral ailments of the body to achieve their recovery. These visceral ailments can affect both organs and structures.
By performing gentle massages, this type of osteopathy focuses on acting on the ligaments related to the organs of the human body and restoring their ability to move and function freely.
Why is it performed?
As a consequence of traumatic blows or stressful situations, sometimes the organs enter into a state of tension preventing them from acting correctly and generating derived health problems, which can become disabling. Some of the ailments that have a visceral cause and may require treatment with visceral osteopathy are the following:
- Cervical pain
- Low back pain
- Dizziness
- Pain in the ribs and sternum
- Migraines
- Low defenses
- Varicose veins and circulatory problems
- Fluid retention
- Sequelae of organ infection
- Gastritis
- Hiatal hernias
- Constipation
What does it consist of?
Sometimes the viscera suffer from a lack of dynamism and can present a wide variety of abdominal and digestive symptoms. Visceral osteopathy is responsible for releasing tensions through a series of techniques consisting of gentle approaches.
The specialist in visceral osteopathy performs massages and other manual actions that promote muscle relaxation. The osteopath’s intervention usually lasts between 20 and 45 minutes and consists of light massages in affected areas. In this way, the tension of the organ is released, restoring the functionality and movement that had been altered. In any case, the specialist acts on the motility of the viscera, relating it to the nervous, mechanical and circulatory connections.
Preparation for visceral osteopathy
Before performing a visceral osteopathy treatment, the specialist must assess the movement of each viscera, as well as the quality of the movement, the amplitude and symmetry. To do this, the patient must be examined in order to be able to perform the appropriate manipulations.
Care after the operation
Although the ailment has been corrected after the intervention, it is advisable to carry out periodic sessions to prevent future injuries.
On the other hand, the specialist will offer a series of tips to the patient so that he/she can control the body quickly.