Looking for whole person Osteopathic care? You're in the right place!
Osteopathic medicine
is coming to Montclair!
What is Osteopathy?
Doctors of Osteopathy (D.O.) are physicians whose education includes holistic assessment and hands-on treatment of the body in addition to routine medical training. Not all D.O.s are using these techniques in practice, but we were all taught them. In addition, Osteopathic doctors approach their patients with the knowledge that the body, mind, and spirit are interconnected and the function and structure of our bodies can impact our health.
Osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM) is the hands-on treatment that uses the bodies own healing forces to effect change. There is a variety of techniques, from more assertive to extremely gentle. Dr Rodrigues customizes every treatment plan to the unique needs of her patients. A core tenet of this work is that your body wants to get better, and the treatment helps it along. Dr Rodrigues likes to say her goal is to put herself out of a job!
Conditions treated with OMM
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Acute conditions
Concussion
Acute back pain
Whiplash
Sciatica
Sports Injuries
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Chronic conditions
Arthritis
Fibromyalgia
EDS and hypermobilityMigraine
Vertigo
Carpal Tunnel
Frozen shoulder
TMJ
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Pregnancy
Antepartum optimization
Postpartum pain
Pelvic floor -
Pediatrics
Newborn feeding
Torticollis
Constipation -
Supportive care
Acute sinusitis
Acute ear infections
Post surgery
Asthma
Frequently asked questions
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OMM is safe for everyone from newborns to patients at the end of life. Dr Rodrigues has used OMM to treat patients in the hospital and those who are homebound.
Each person and their unique situation responds differently to OMM, the best way to find out is to try it!
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OMM is a hands-on treatment, so you must be able to tolerate light touch for treatment to be performed. Dr Rodrigues will trial acupuncture in extremely sensitive patients as well. Dr Rodrigues uses a trauma-informed approach to all her patients.
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For the most part, no. While there are some overlapping techniques, osteopathy is practiced by a licensed medical doctor employing a wide range of techniques and their knowledge of anatomy (structure) and physiology (function), many of which are very gentle.
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Yes! In fact, OMM and PT work hand in hand to speed up recovery.
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At this time Montclair Osteopathy is cash-only, but a superbill can be provided on request to submit to your insurance for reimbursement.
Many major insurance carriers will cover OMM, but it depends on the individual plan, and if they will cover out-of-network providers.
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I’m an inclusive, LGBTQ+ affirming practitioner. I have treated clients post surgery with pain management, regaining sensation, and more.
