What is Osteopathy?
Osteopathy is an approach that values the sum of the entire person - past and present. Care is focussed on the person in their entirety and not a complaint or problem only.
Osteopathic manipulative treatment uses techniques that mobilize your joints and release restrictions in your fascia, muscles and ligaments. Osteopathic Practitioners use many gentle techniques and are a safe choice for all ages and stages – from newborns to the elderly.
These techniques reduce pain, help with alignment and mobility and decompress blood vessels and nerves. With better circulation comes more efficient healing.
What should I expect from an Osteopathy Treatment?
During your visits Karina will conduct an initial screening interview, a short evaluation and then an initial treatment that focusses on the most primary issues found and the chief complaints brought to their attention by the patient. The treatment may be quite subtle, or involve physical manipulation. You may also be sent home with recommendations for proper maintenance to extend the effect of the treatment on your body. Usually a series of osteopathic sessions is suggested as a treatment plan to address the whole patient with the ultimate goal of optimizing a full expression of their health.
Who can benefit from Osteopathy?
People who suffer from old injuries or concussions, chronic pain, and nagging aches and pains. Often these are people who may not have found relief or have reached a plateau in their recovery with conventional treatments and want to try a different approach.
People who are actively involved in improving their personal health and quality of life. Often these are people who suffer from a condition that affects their day-to-day activities. In many instances these are people who come to manage chronic issues and to prevent future flare-ups.
People who want to dive deeper into their healing journey through a holistic exploration and hand’s on empowering approach. Often these are people who want to address somatic and emotional patterning, regulation of the nervous system and intergenerational or emotional imprints.
Pregnant & postpartum women, newborns and children with varying concerns.
Will my extended Health plan cover Osteopathy?
Most extended health insurance plans cover osteopathy. Please check your plan as it is carrier and policy specific. A referral from your doctor is not necessary but they are often very interested in osteopathy and how we can help. We assess but we do not diagnose. To obtain a medical diagnosis, please see your MD.
How much will my treatment cost?
Prices depend on the type of treatment.
Initial Assessment - 90 min
90 min - $190.00 NEW Client - Initial Assessment
Follow-up Treatment - 75 min
75 min - $165.00 Standard Follow-up Treatment
This is the standard length for treatments for newborns and children under 12.
Follow this link to book online.
If the cost is prohibitive to you receiving treatment, talk to me (text, email, call) and we can work something out.
Are there other ways to be reimbursed for Osteopathic Manual Practice Sessions?
If you are a student at Selkirk College or elsewhere, you may be partially reimbursed for your Osteopathic Manual Practice sessions.
Therapy sessions may be claimed as a medical expense on your income tax if you are self employed. If possible, contact your accountant for specific details.
Therapy sessions may also be claimed under an existing Corporate Healthcare Expense account, contact HR for more information.
What’s your cancellation policy?
If you need to change or cancel your appointment please provide as much notice as possible so your spot can be filled. Cancellations within less than 24 hours of your appointment or no-shows will be charged the full cost of the appointment.
Is Osteopathy covered by ICBC?
Patients are asked to pay in full and submit receipts to their insurance company. ICBC may cover my services as part of their alternative care program.
