Osteopathy for fertility
Dr Alex Digesu - Obstetrics & gynaecology
Created on: 03-16-2017
Updated on: 12-01-2023
Edited by: Sophie Kennedy
What is osteopathy for fertility?
Osteopathy for fertility is the practice of using osteopathy to improve a patient’s chances of conception. Osteopathic doctors consider the whole body and how it functions as one when looking to treat a particular symptom. This means considering the muscles, bones and nervous system as well as the individual body part showing symptoms.
Osteopathy usually involves osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT), a term which encompasses a range of touch techniques. Patients can find that this type of treatment is an effective alternative to medication or surgery.
Who is osteopathy for fertility aimed at?
In relation to fertility, osteopathic treatments look to improve the likelihood of conception. This type of treatment is sometimes referred to as gynaecological osteopathy and can be used to complement other fertility treatments, such as IVF or simply as an aid to getting pregnant naturally.
Osteopathy and fertility related treatments are highly personalised and as such may be beneficial for many people. They can assist women who are considering trying to become pregnant, by preparing the body for what is to come and identifying areas with issues that may be related to fertility. It may also be possible to improve men’s fertility through osteopathic treatment.
People having difficulty conceiving may also benefit from this type of consultation to identify if problem areas in the body maybe affecting fertility levels. Additionally, women who are pregnant and are suffering from unpleasant symptoms such as shortness of breath, insomnia or morning sickness may, in consultation with a specialist, be able to manage these symptoms better.
How does it work?
Osteopathy for fertility treatments are completely individualised and the desired outcomes and treatment goals are made in consultation between the patient and the specialist.
Osteopathy is an alternative medicine focused on treating the cause, or pathology, of symptoms, rather than merely the symptoms themselves. Using OMT techniques, which are manual and non-surgical, a gynaecological osteopath will look to optimise the body’s systems for fertility. This may relate to the circulation within the body or the pelvis and spinal column for instance.
What type of doctor offers osteopathy for fertility?
A fertility expert can offer this type of treatment.
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