Defined by Dr. Ira Rumney, DO: “Somatic Dysfunction is an impaired or altered function of related components of the somatic (body framework) system: skeletal, arthrodial and myofascial structures, and related vascular, lymphatic, and neural elements”
Category: OMT Terms
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There are two important and distinct terms that are used to define Osteopathic techniques and treatment methods used to treat somatic dysfunction. These terms define who does the work in the technique and which direction the technique is performed. Active and Passive These terms relate to who does the work […]
