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+ + {" "} + Back to Articles + + {children} + + {" "} + Back to Articles + +
+ ); +}; + +export default ArticlesLayout; diff --git a/website/app/(pages)/articles/(actual_article_content)/pediatric-digestive-problems/page.tsx b/website/app/(pages)/articles/(actual_article_content)/pediatric-digestive-problems/page.tsx new file mode 100644 index 0000000..8fcc764 --- /dev/null +++ b/website/app/(pages)/articles/(actual_article_content)/pediatric-digestive-problems/page.tsx @@ -0,0 +1,154 @@ +import Article from "@/components/Article"; + +const ArticlePediatricDigestiveProblems = () => { + return ( +
+

+ Newborn babies are frequent sufferers of gastrointestinal complaints. + That shouldn’t come as a surprise when one considers that the digestive + system had no job to do in those first nine months in utero but is asked + to be responsible for the entire sustenance of the body after birth. + Digestive system troubles can range from spitting up to projectile + vomiting and reflux, from mild difficulty burping to the hours of daily + crying of a colicky baby. Although these problems do lessen as the + digestive system matures, waiting for relief can be very hard on infants + and parents. +

+ +

+ Osteopathic manipulative treatment, which improves body function through + correcting body structure, can have a significant role in assisting in + the resolution of the digestive system distress of infancy. The troubles + often have their origin when a difficult birth experience irritates the + vagus nerve which controls much of the digestive system. When the bony + misalignment and tissue tensions affecting the nerve are removed, the + baby can handle its feedings and resultant gas better. Osteopathic + treatment can also address connective tissue tension present around the + abdominal organs, especially in the umbilical area and near where the + esophagus meets the stomach. In infants who suffer from spitting up, + vomiting or reflux, the normal clockwise motion of the abdominal fascia + may be impaired and need corrective treatment. +

+ +

+ Occasionally the digestive distress of breast-fed babies can be traced + to foods in the mother’s diet. When these offending foods are removed + from her diet, the improvements in the baby can be dramatic. In the same + way, babies who are bottle-fed may find relief in switching to a + different formula. +

+ +

Healthy Choices

+ +

+ Opinions vary on the topic of introduction of solid foods into a baby’s + diet. Most babies are not ready before six months and demonstrate their + readiness by the presence of teeth and a keen interest in their parent’s + eating. Many physicians agree that wheat, dairy, eggs, citrus and honey + should be avoided until after 12 months of age and introduced cautiously + thereafter. Introducing only one new food at a time allows one to watch + for allergic responses, often seen in the form of digestive upset or + skin rashes, especially around the mouth and anus. +

+ +

+ It can take up to five days of eating a new food before a negative + reaction is seen. A food which results in an allergic type response + should be removed from the diet and not tried again for at least several + months. Because continued exposure to an allergic food fosters a more + severe level of allergy, exercising this level of care when solid foods + are introduced reaps benefits in a wider choice of foods later in life. +

+ +

+ “You are what you eat” is a caution that is perhaps more relevant now + than ever before. Depletion of topsoil has resulted in vegetables, + fruits and grains lacking essential nutrients. The economic demands on + farmers have resulted in the widespread use of pesticides, artificial + ripening agents and fertilizers containing waste products which should + not be recycled into our soils. +

+ +

+ Dairy products and meat are contaminated by animal feed containing + antibiotics, hormones and animal by-products. Organically grown and + naturally processed food is free of potentially health damaging + additives. Making healthy dietary choices during infancy and childhood, + when all parts of the body are developing, is a crucial step in + fostering healthy growth of every vital organ, bone, muscle and brain + cell of the body. +

+ +

+ A wide spectrum of health care practitioners agree that infancy is not a + time to receive a diet high in sugar, salt and fat content found in most + processed foods. Offering ourselves and our children healthy diets is a + big challenge but one worth taking. +

+ +

Childhood Complaints

+ +

+ Vague, non-specific digestive complaints are commonly seen in childhood. + Tummy aches and nausea are the cause of days home from school for many + children and rarely does a standard medical work-up determine the cause. +

+ +

+ Osteopathic evaluation often reveals that the fascia (connective tissue + layer) which covers the abdominal organs is pulled in a counterclockwise + direction. For healthy digestion this motion should move clockwise, + compatible with the peristaltic motion of the intestines as it moves + food from mouth to rectum. When the facial motion has reversed, + complaints such as constipation, nausea and stomach aches are common. + Osteopathic treatment assists the body in correcting the motion of this + fascia and restoring normal function. +

+ +

+ Both the vagus nerve and nerves originating in the lower portions of the + spine are essential to a healthy digestive system. Children who have + suffered injury, especially to the lower back or sacrum (at the base of + the spine), may be experiencing digestive problems as a result of this + trauma. Injury to the pelvis, either traumatic or surgical, can result + in poor function of the sling of muscles at the lowest part of the + pelvis, called the pelvic diaphragm. This sling of muscles operates like + the thoracic diaphragm and, when functioning normally, moves up and down + with respiration. This diaphragm-like motion is essential to the health + of the digestive system, and it is vital to restore it in children + suffering from constipation, recovering from pelvic injury or after + surgery in this area. A hard fall to the lower back, sacrum or groin can + be enough to impact gastrointestinal health. +

+ +

Urinary Problems

+ +

+ Restoration of motion in the pelvic diaphragm is also an essential part + of the osteopathic management of problems such as bladder infections and + menstrual cramps. The problem of nighttime bed wetting is a complex one + which may or may not respond to osteopathic manipulative treatment. In + some children, treatment can help to normalize the neural control + relevant to bladder emptying and may be very helpful in this clinical + problem. +

+ +

+ Some children are genetically predisposed to the problem and don’t “grow + out of it” until the age at which the problem resolved for their + affected parent. +

+ +

+ The less common problem of bladder reflux may respond to osteopathic + treatment of the facial strains which are present where the urethra + meets the bladder. +

+
+ ); +}; + +export default ArticlePediatricDigestiveProblems; diff --git a/website/app/(pages)/articles/(actual_article_content)/pediatric-down-syndrome/page.tsx b/website/app/(pages)/articles/(actual_article_content)/pediatric-down-syndrome/page.tsx new file mode 100644 index 0000000..3acfe2c --- /dev/null +++ b/website/app/(pages)/articles/(actual_article_content)/pediatric-down-syndrome/page.tsx @@ -0,0 +1,133 @@ +import Article from "@/components/Article"; + +const ArticlePediatricDownSyndrome = () => { + return ( +
+

+ One might wonder what the value of osteopathic manipulative treatment + could be for a genetic syndrome. Osteopathic medicine is based on the + principle that body structure and function are dynamically interrelated. + When one improves the anatomic interrelationships of structural elements + of the body (bones, muscles, membranes, tissues, fluids), one sees + improvement in the function of the body. This holds true whether the + causes of the structural abnormalities are genetically based or not. It + is clearly evident in looking at the face of a typical child with Down + Syndrome that there is a lot about structure that is less than optimal. + Let’s look at what improvements in functions might be seen by improving + the structure. +

+ +

+ Down Syndrome, or Trisomy 21, occurs in about one in 800 births. It is + almost always the result of a third copy (trisomy) of some or all of the + genetic material on chromosome 21. Intellectual developmental disorder + and low muscle tone are probably the two most common hallmarks of Down + syndrome. There is also a much higher than normal incidence of heart and + gastrointestinal tract defects which often require surgical correction. +

+ +

+ Many external body features are characteristic of the syndrome. These + include among others, an upward slant to the eyes; skin folds at the + inner edges of the eyes; a flat, wide bridge of the nose; small, low-set + ears; a shortened front to back dimension of the skull; a recessed + midportion of the face and a protruding and often furrowed tongue. Some + of these features contribute to the health complications seen in Trisomy + 21, and some may plat a role in the common neurodevelopmental problems. +

+ +

+ Changes in most features are possible through osteopathic manipulative + treatment, and the improvements made structurally are likely to result + in better functioning. +

+ +

Infections

+ +

+ It is commonly accepted that most children with Down Syndrome have more + severe respiratory infections, especially of the ears and sinuses. There + are two reasons for this. One is the genetics of Down Syndrome causes + abnormalities in the immune system which make it more difficult to + resist an illness once exposed and harder to heal from it once ill. The + second reason lies in the structure of the facial features which makes + drainage of these areas more difficult. +

+ +

+ The midportion of the face (the area between the eyes and mouth) is + small and typically set further back in the child with Down Syndrome. + This means that the sinus cavities are smaller than normal and sometimes + absent entirely. The wide, flat bridge of the nose blocks the openings + through which the sinuses drain. The problem is compounded by the + low-set position of the ears and the smaller than normal diameter of the + eustachian tube which drains the middle ear to the back of the throat. + When fluids fill the ears and sinus–spaces that should be occupied by + air-infections are likely to occur. +

+ +

+ Drainage is further compromised by the differential growth of the upper + and lower jaw bones. The upper (maxilla), being part of the midface, is + small in comparison to the lower (mandible). This also promotes the + mouth breathing, protruding tongue and difficulty enunciating language + often see in trisomic children. +

+ +

+ Through a very gentle touch, an osteopathic physician trained in the + cranial concept, can help to normalize the relationships of the bones + and membranes of the of the facial area. By assisting the midface + structures to come forward, one can see a cosmetic change in eye shape, + cheekbones, tongue/mouth relationship and bridge of nose. Usually the + frequency of upper respiratory infections are reduced as well. +

+ +

Growth Concerns

+ +

+ Almost all children with Down Syndrome show delays in gross motor, fine + motor developmental and language development. These skills often lag + four months behind at one year of age and eight to ten months behind at + two years of age. Language is frequently not gained until the fourth to + sixth year. Though these delays are assumed to be genetically + predetermined, let’s look at the role that body structure might play. +

+ +

+ Osteopathic theory asserts that neural pathways in the brain are + designed to lay themselves down in precise geometric relationships. When + the cranium (skull) is distorted in its shape, it is not possible for + these pathways to develop normally. +

+ +

+ There are several factors contributing to the distorted cranial shape. + The sutures, where one bone meets another, are often positioned + abnormally in Down Syndrome. The membranes that encase the central + nervous system and lie between the brain and the cranium have a powerful + effect on the growth of the developing skull. These dural membranes + usually demonstrate very poor mobility in the trisomic child. The front + to back dimension of the cranium is typically shortened in Down Syndrome + and is one more factor dictating distorted geometry for the developing + neural pathways. +

+ +

+ Osteopathic treatment can effect significant changes in the shape of the + cranium through addressing the sutures and the tensions in the dural + membranes. The distortion of the cranial mold appears to contribute + significantly to the difficulty in performing coordinated motor tasks + such as grasping and crawling. Most agree that mastery of these tasks is + a necessary foundation for later learning. Osteopathic treatment, + therefore, is an important part of the health plan for a child with Down + Syndrome. +

+
+ ); +}; + +export default ArticlePediatricDownSyndrome; diff --git a/website/app/(pages)/articles/(actual_article_content)/pediatric-orthopedic-problems/page.tsx b/website/app/(pages)/articles/(actual_article_content)/pediatric-orthopedic-problems/page.tsx new file mode 100644 index 0000000..b8187c9 --- /dev/null +++ b/website/app/(pages)/articles/(actual_article_content)/pediatric-orthopedic-problems/page.tsx @@ -0,0 +1,134 @@ +import Article from "@/components/Article"; + +const ArticlePediatricOrthopedicProblems = () => { + return ( +
+

+ The vast majority of orthopedic problems in childhood are seen in the + lower extremities: the feet, legs, knees and hips. When one considers + the vast changes that a small body must make as it grows from its + cramped in utero position through crawling to walking, it is not + surprising to find problems in the lower extremities. +

+ +

+ The orthopedic condition routinely evaluated for at birth is “congenital + hip,” where the head of the femur (upper leg bone) cannot seat itself in + the too shallow depression present in the ilium (hip bone). Though it + must be treated with bracing, osteopathic treatment helps to normalize + the joint functions which were inevitably disturbed by the bracing. + Osteopathic manipulative treatment, which looks to improve body function + through addressing body structure, assists in the resolution of many + common orthopedic conditions of childhood. +

+ +

+ Tibial torsion, the outward bowing of the lower leg, is caused b the + cramped folding of the baby’s legs in utero, and often resolves + spontaneously in the first year of life. However, if the torsion is + accompanied by a distortion between the knee cap and the tibial bone, or + between the tibia and the nearby fibula, these should be treated + osteopathically, preferable before the baby begins to walk. When babies + first stand, they often place their feet far apart for stability, + thereby standing on the inside edges of their feet. If the stance + remains wide beyond the first few months of walking, osteopathic + treatment is recommended. +

+ +

+ Falling hard on one’s bottom is another normal component of learning to + stand but is hard on the relationship between the sacrum (at the base of + the spine) and the vertabrae of the lower back. This common insult, left + untreated, is probably one of the underlying causes of low back pain + suffered by adults. +

+ +

Toddlers

+ +

+ Between 10 and 14 months of age, most children begin to walk. As more + balance is gained, the distance between the feet should become the same + as the distance between the hips, and the feet should point straight + forward when the child stands, walks or runs. +

+ +

+ If this normalization of postural stance is not gained spontaneously, + osteopathic evaluation and treatment should be pursued. The causes may + be found in disturbed relationships of the bones of the pelvis or legs + or in abnormal tensions of the connective tissues or muscles. Correcting + these osteopathically early in life will foster healthy structural + growth throughout childhood and adolescence. Although standard medical + counsel advises waiting, with an expectation that gait abnormalities + will resolve themselves, we all have seen school children and adults + plagued with gait problems and the frequently associated back pain. +

+ +

Older Children

+ +

+ Sports injuries are the cause of the vast majority of structural + problems in this age group. Though they may not result in “skeletal + deformity” (the common definition of an orthopedic problem), they are + worthy of osteopathic consideration. +

+ +

+ Children are physically active by nature and should be both encouraged + and enabled to engage in the physical activities that interest them. + However, they as well as their parents must be prepared to accept the + periodic injuries that accompany physical activity. +

+ +

+ Knee injuries are common in basketball due to the necessity of rotating + one’s body over a foot planted on the court. Running sports, such as + track and soccer, are ideally done only by children whose hip, knee and + ankle line up vertically. Poor alignment fosters more frequent and more + severe injuries. All activities played with balls involve the risk of + impact from the ball, the most serious location being the head. The + intentional “headers” of soccer are less damaging to the normal motion + mechanics of skull joints than are accidental impacts. Football, + gymnastics, and snow or ice-based sports are fraught with potential + injury. Osteopathic treatment to release the sprains, strains and bony + misalignments as they occur is good insurance toward a healthy and + pain-free adulthood. +

+ +

+ Some skeletal problems of childhood affecting the hips and/or knees, + such as slipped epiphysis, Perthes’ disease, Osgood Schlatter disease + and synovitis, require cessation of sports activities for variable + periods of time. Though they each have their appropriate orthopedic + treatment, the recovery of full and pain-free joint function can be + aided by osteopathic treatment, both during and after the disease + process. +

+ +

Scoliosis

+ +

+ Scoliostic curves of the spine are most commonly, though not + exclusively, seen in girls between the ages of 10 and 14. The curves + vary widely in their severity. The more severe fixed curves require + bracing or surgical treatment. In scoliosis, the vertebrae are both + sidebent and rotated. Ribs are displaced, and muscle groups are + stretched or shortened. There is often a hip height discrepancy. +

+ +

+ Although discomfort is rare during adolescence, both pain and disability + are likely to be experienced later in life if left untreated. + Osteopathic manipulative treatment can be beneficial for both the more + mild functional curves and for curves requiring more invasive measures. + Osteopathic treatment can improve both spinal mobility and degree of + curve. +

+
+ ); +}; + +export default ArticlePediatricOrthopedicProblems; diff --git a/website/app/(pages)/articles/(actual_article_content)/pediatric-respiratory-health/page.tsx b/website/app/(pages)/articles/(actual_article_content)/pediatric-respiratory-health/page.tsx new file mode 100644 index 0000000..214247a --- /dev/null +++ b/website/app/(pages)/articles/(actual_article_content)/pediatric-respiratory-health/page.tsx @@ -0,0 +1,159 @@ +import Article from "@/components/Article"; + +const ArticlePediatricRespiratoryHealth = () => { + return ( +
+

+ Viruses capable of causing a cold are present in our everyday + environments. The cold that may result from contact with a virus + presents an opportunity for the developing immune system of an infant or + young child to gain strength. In this way, the common cold should not be + viewed as an enemy, but rather as a training ground for the maturation + of our immune system. +

+ +

+ It is the complications of the common cold-pneumonia-which are the + enemy. And, it is in the prevention of these complications where + osteopathic manipulative treatment can be of profound benefit. + Osteopathic manipulation strives to improve body function through + correcting body structure. In relation to respiratory health, the proper + function of several body systems is vital. +

+ +

+ The common cold taxes the lymphatic drainage in the neck and thorax + causing enlargement of the lymph glands and congestion in the muscles. + The lymphatic system can no longer adequately carry away the excess + tissue fluids associated with the infection. +

+ +

+ Muscle spasm and asymmetry can also cause displacement of the spinal + segments of the neck or upper back. This further impairs drainage and + causes trouble to the delicate balance of the nerve responsible for the + thickness of respiratory secretions. Osteopathic manipulative treatment + will address these underlying structural disturbances and allow the + lymphatic and circulatory systems to enhance the immune system function + of the body. The cold can therefore resolve without the complications + which make parents dread the onset of this common respiratory illness. + Children who have the benefit of osteopathic treatment suffer fewer + respiratory illnesses and recover from them with less likelihood of + complications. +

+ +

Allergies & Asthma

+ +

+ Some children suffer from respiratory allergies and some from asthma, + but for many children these two are an almost inseparable combination. + The respiratory tract is the most frequent site for allergic symptoms in + children. +

+ +

+ If a child suffers seasonally from watery nose, itchy eyes and sneezing, + the cause is usually pollens. If symptoms are year round, dust, mold, + spores, animal dander or certain foods are more likely culprits. +

+ +

+ Asthma is characterized by swelling and increased secretions of the + bronchial mucous membranes and by spasm of the muscles of the bronchial + tubes. The wheezing and difficulty breathing may be precipitated by + allergens or irritants such as smoke. For some children, a common cold + sets off an asthmatic attack; for others, exercise, an emotional upset + or (due to a complex body reaction) a bad fall on the tailbone. With + such a variety of possible causes, what is the role of osteopathic + manipulation? +

+ +

+ While medications available to treat allergies and asthma generally work + by suppressing symptoms, osteopathic manipulation addresses underlying + disturbances in the body’s structural components. Manipulation to ensure + free motion in the rib cage and diaphragm will enhance immune system + function by optimizing lymphatic drainage and circulation. The cleaning + functions of the venous and lymphatic systems are vital to the removal + of the toxic by-products of infection. Improvement in circulation + enhances the ability of the arteries to supply nutrients, antibodies, + white blood cells and oxygen to all tissues. +

+ +

+ Osteopathic manipulative procedures can stimulate the body to release + greater quantities of the substances that cause the dilation of the + bronchioles. This reduces the need for medications aimed at producing + the same result. The benefits of osteopathic treatment vary from one + child to another. One might have fewer respiratory infections and + therefore fewer asthmatic attacks, while another might require less + medication or have fewer hospitalizations. Most children experience + improvement in some aspect of their allergies or asthma therapy, + improving the quality of life for both child and family. +

+ +

Parents Can Help

+ +

+ When children are young, parents are responsible for attending to their + health concerns. Many of the factors that promote good general health + are equally important in respiratory health, a nutritious diet, adequate + rest and warmth and seeking medical attention at appropriate times. + Parents can also learn osteopathic techniques to promote better + lymphatic drainage through a respiratory illness. +

+ +

+ Good nutrition is vital to good respiratory health. A wide variety of + fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, as well as a good supply of + Vitamins A, B and C, are essential. Adequate clear fluids, in the form + of water, juice or teas will make respiratory secretions thinner and + easier for the body to carry away. Avoid foods to which a given child is + allergic and withdraw dairy products when mucous is present. +

+ +

+ When respiratory allergies or asthma are a problem, parents should do + whatever is possible to minimize exposure to the offending agents. You + may need to find new homes for pets, vacuum with a sealed system, or + wrap mattresses for dust protection. +

+ +

+ The common cold and its complications are less frequent problems if care + is taken to avoid chilling. Lower temperatures cause constriction of the + small blood vessels supplying the mucous membranes of the respiratory + tree. This lowers resistance to infection and harms the ability of the + inflamed membrane to heal itself. Chilling also causes neck muscles to + tighten, yielding a disturbance in the nerve supply. The resultant + dryness of the mucous membrane is yet one more factor in lowering + resistance. So keep your children warm both to prevent respiratory + illness and to help them heal from it. +

+ +

Fever

+ +

+ If fever is associated with an upper respiratory infection, it is + usually low grade and more helpful than harmful. The viruses responsible + for cold symptoms are weak organisms which a low grade fever helps to + kill. The healthy cells of our own bodies are much stronger and are not + damaged by a low grade fever. To lower a fever by medication or tepid + bathing results in chilling and weakens body resistance. +

+ +

+ It is important to increase fluid intake, either by more frequent + nursing or bottles or cups containing clear liquids. Dehydration can be + a problem if the fever persists and fluid intake is not adequate. High + fevers suggest a more serious illness and should be evaluated by a + qualified medical practitioner. +

+
+ ); +}; + +export default ArticlePediatricRespiratoryHealth; diff --git a/website/app/(pages)/articles/(actual_article_content)/pediatric-treatment-for-newborns/page.tsx b/website/app/(pages)/articles/(actual_article_content)/pediatric-treatment-for-newborns/page.tsx new file mode 100644 index 0000000..9fd9c8b --- /dev/null +++ b/website/app/(pages)/articles/(actual_article_content)/pediatric-treatment-for-newborns/page.tsx @@ -0,0 +1,133 @@ +import Article from "@/components/Article"; + +const ArticlePediatricTreatmentForNewborns = () => { + return ( +
+

+ For centuries, in many parts of the world, highly trained birth + attendants have seen it as part of their job to correct the stresses + that birth has placed in the body of the newborn. This constitutes an + acknowledgment that birth is a difficult process and that measures can + be taken after birth to assist the baby in its recovery. +

+ +

+ In industrialized nations of Northern Europe and North America, birth + has been seen as an event that either leaves no negative impact upon the + baby or one whose complications, whatever they may be, must be accepted + and endured by both child and family. +

+ +

+ Since the late 1800s, when osteopathy became a medical discipline in the + United States, osteopathic physicians have assisted babies in their + recovery from the birth experience, thereby helping to promote the best + possible health and development of the child. +

+ +

+ Osteopathy is a medical discipline focusing on re-establishing and + maintaining the natural relationships of bones, muscles, membranes, + tissues and fluids within the body. Osteopathic manipulative treatment + promotes the body’s ability to function, develop and heal itself by + addressing problems found in these structural components. +

+ +

+ Many older children experiencing learning or behavioral difficulties + have a history of a traumatic birth or early childhood head blows which + went uncorrected. Children who suffer from recurrent ear or sinus + infections frequently have a similar medical history. Although it is + most useful to address the structural problems originating in the birth + process shortly after birth, much improvement in the child’s condition + can be seen if treatment is initiated later. +

+ +

The Birth Process

+ +

+ Birth often results in harmful structural changes. The likelihood of + trouble increases when the labor and delivery is prolonged or augmented + by pitocin or when forceps or vacuum extractions are necessary. In + vaginal delivery, the infant skull is asked to make its passage through + too small a space. In response, the bones of the skull overlap to + decrease the size of the head, and often do not return to their natural + positions after delivery. In order to travel through the birth canal, + the infant’s head must bend markedly backwards. This puts pressure on + two nerves (vagal and hypoglossal) which can result in the colic and + sucking disturbances often seen in newborns. +

+ +

+ Although C-section babies are spared some of the complications of + vaginal deliveries, they are also robbed of some of the benefits. The + transit down the birth canal applies a variety of pressures on the + infant’s head which help to free it from the shape it was molded to in + utero. The transit through the birth canal also compresses and + re-expands the chest wall preparing the baby to breathe and to clear + fluid from the lungs. +

+ +

+ Once the baby is born, osteopathic physicians hope to hear a fairly + immediate and powerful birth cry. Fetal life would be fraught with low + oxygen levels if it were not for the mother’s higher blood hemoglobin + levels and the baby’s faster heart rate. The transition from life + outside is a critical time in which the baby loses its maternal support + and must provide for its own oxygen. +

+ +

+ A strong birth cry probably serves two crucial functions. It opens the + alveolar air sacs throughout the lungs, thereby ensuring adequate levels + of oxygen so essential to brain development. It may also increase the + internal pressure within the skull helping to re-expand those bones and + membranes which were compressed in the birth process. +

+ +

Seeking Treatment

+ +

+ The infant will often communicate the presence of a problem by being + irritable or difficult to calm. In addition, excessive wakefulness at + night or reluctance to fall asleep, spitting up or vomiting can have + their origins in structural disturbances. A parent or health care + professional may notice visual signs of a structural problem such as + overlapping of joint lines on the infant’s skull which do not level out + in the first week of life. Visual asymmetries, such as one side of the + forehead further forward than the other, the two ears positioned + differently or the neck held to one side, can and should be corrected. +

+ +

+ As the baby gets a little older, a parent may notice developmental + delays. Although there are many reasons that children fall behind a + normal developmental timetable, some can be successfully addressed + through osteopathic treatment. +

+ +

+ The brain does rapid and critical development in the first year of life. + The nerve pathways are designed to lay themselves down in precise + geometric relationships. Even slight distortions in the structure of the + skull can impair the development of the nervous system. These can + manifest in developmental delays early in childhood and potentially more + serious learning difficulties later. +

+ +

+ Some children suffer from medical conditions for which conventional + medical care has little to offer, conditions such as Down Syndrome or + cerebral palsy. Osteopathic treatment does not alter the underlying + genetic defect or birth injury factors, but it can be very effective in + enhancing the child’s functional capabilities as well as improving + general health and quality of life for the child and family. +

+
+ ); +}; + +export default ArticlePediatricTreatmentForNewborns; diff --git a/website/app/(pages)/articles/views/ArtsForPatients.tsx b/website/app/(pages)/articles/views/ArtsForPatients.tsx index b86241d..b1b0867 100644 --- a/website/app/(pages)/articles/views/ArtsForPatients.tsx +++ b/website/app/(pages)/articles/views/ArtsForPatients.tsx @@ -1,7 +1,50 @@ +import Link from "next/link"; + const ArtsForPatients = () => { return ( -
- ArtsForPatients +
+
+

Osteopathy Basics

+ + Digestive Problems + + + Down Syndrome + + + Orthopedic Problems + + + Respiratory Health + + + Treatment for the Newborn + +
+
+

Pediatric Osteopathy

+ + Digestive Problems + + + Down Syndrome + + + Orthopedic Problems + + + Respiratory Health + + + Treatment for the Newborn + +
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- OsteoBasics +
+

History

+

+ Osteopathic Medicine finds its roots in the pioneering work of Dr. + Andrew Taylor Still, who challenged the medical practices of his time. + In 1874, Dr. Still developed a groundbreaking philosophy that viewed + the body as an interconnected unit, where all its systems work + harmoniously to maintain health. This idea was revolutionary, as it + diverged from the prevailing notion of treating diseases in isolation. + Dr. Still emphasized the significance of the musculoskeletal system, + recognizing that structural imbalances could lead to dysfunction and + illness. His philosophy laid the groundwork for the modern practice of + Osteopathic Medicine, which continues to evolve and adapt to + contemporary medical knowledge. +

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Overview

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+ Osteopathic Medicine today embraces a holistic approach that + encompasses several fundamental principles: +

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  • + The Body as a Unit: Unlike traditional medicine, + which often focuses on isolated symptoms, Osteopathic Medicine views + the body as a unified entity. Each system influences and interacts + with the others, emphasizing the importance of considering the whole + person. +
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  • + Reciprocal Relationship of Structure and Function:{" "} + Osteopathy recognizes that structural abnormalities can affect + bodily functions, and vice versa. This understanding guides + Osteopathic Physicians in diagnosing and treating not just symptoms, + but underlying causes. +
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  • + Self-Regulating Mechanisms: The body possesses its + own mechanisms for maintaining health and balance. Osteopathic + Physicians trust in the body's innate ability to heal and regulate + itself, and they work to support and enhance these mechanisms. +
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  • + Rational Therapy: Osteopathic Physicians base their + treatments on a profound understanding of anatomy, physiology, and + pathology. This knowledge allows them to provide targeted and + effective care. +
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+ Osteopathic Medicine isn't limited to addressing physical ailments. It + also takes into account environmental, emotional, and psychological + factors that contribute to a patient's well-being. +

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Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT)

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+ Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) stands as a hallmark of + Osteopathic Medicine. Through OMT, Osteopathic Physicians employ their + hands to diagnose, treat, and prevent a wide range of conditions. This + non-invasive approach involves various manual techniques to manipulate + muscles, joints, and tissues. OMT aims to restore balance, alleviate + pain, and enhance the body's natural healing processes. Scientific + studies have validated the effectiveness of OMT in diverse conditions, + such as musculoskeletal pain, migraines, and even post-surgical + recovery. The use of OMT underscores Osteopathic Physicians' + commitment to providing comprehensive care beyond conventional + treatments. +

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DOs vs MDs

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+ While both D.O.s and M.D.s are licensed physicians with similar + educational foundations, there are notable distinctions: +

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  • + Education: Osteopathic Medical education places a + special emphasis on holistic care and the musculoskeletal system. + This knowledge equips D.O.s with a unique perspective on the + interplay between body systems. +
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  • + Primary Care Focus: A substantial percentage of + D.O.s specialize in primary care fields such as family medicine, + pediatrics, and internal medicine. This aligns with Osteopathic + Medicine's emphasis on preventive health and wellness. +
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  • + Osteopathic Manipulation: One of the most + significant differences is the incorporation of OMT into Osteopathic + practice. This hands-on approach allows D.O.s to provide an added + dimension of care, enhancing their ability to diagnose and treat a + wide range of conditions. +
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Conclusion

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+ Osteopathic Medicine, stemming from the visionary work of Dr. Andrew + Taylor Still, stands as a holistic and patient-centered approach to + healthcare. It acknowledges the body's intricate interconnectedness + and empowers patients to actively participate in their well-being. + Osteopathic Physicians blend cutting-edge medical advancements with + the art of touch, enabling them to diagnose, treat, and prevent + ailments with precision and compassion. As the medical landscape + continues to evolve, Osteopathic Medicine remains steadfast in its + commitment to providing comprehensive care that addresses not only + symptoms but the underlying factors contributing to health and + wellness. +

+
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- PediatricCare +

DIGESTIVE PROBLEMS

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+ Newborns frequently experience gastrointestinal issues, from spitting up + to colicky crying. Osteopathic manipulative treatment can aid in + resolving these problems by addressing structural issues caused by + difficult births that irritate the vagus nerve, affecting the digestive + system. By correcting misalignments and tissue tensions around abdominal + organs, such as the umbilical area and esophagus-stomach junction, + infants can handle feeding and gas more effectively. Additionally, + dietary adjustments for breastfed or formula-fed infants might alleviate + digestive distress. Healthy dietary choices during infancy are crucial + for proper organ and brain development. +

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DOWN SYNDROME

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+ Osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) can benefit individuals with + Down syndrome by improving body structure and function interrelation. + Down syndrome, caused by a third copy of chromosome 21, involves + developmental and muscle tone challenges. OMT can address structural + anomalies contributing to characteristic facial features and health + complications. OMT can improve sinus and respiratory issues, growth + delays, and motor skill development by addressing cranial shape, neural + pathways, and skeletal abnormalities. +

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ORTHOPEDIC PROBLEMS

+

+ Childhood orthopedic problems are often seen in the lower extremities + like feet, legs, knees, and hips. Birth-related stress or prolonged + growth can lead to various issues. Osteopathic manipulative treatment + (OMT) can help correct structural problems caused by birth complications + or other factors. OMT can address conditions like congenital hip issues, + tibial torsion, gait abnormalities, and sports injuries, promoting + healthy structural growth and preventing long-term problems. +

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RESPIRATORY HEALTH

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+ The common cold is an opportunity for a child's immune system to + develop, but complications like pneumonia can be problematic. + Osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) can prevent complications by + addressing lymphatic drainage, muscle tension, and structural issues + related to respiratory health. OMT can also aid in respiratory allergies + and asthma by optimizing rib cage and diaphragm function, reducing the + need for medication and improving immune responses. +

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TREATMENT FOR NEWBORNS

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+ Osteopathic treatment for newborns aims to correct structural stresses + caused by the birth process. Birth complications can lead to various + issues, and osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) helps babies + recover and develop optimally. OMT addresses skull and nerve issues + caused by birth, helping to resolve irritability, developmental delays, + and other problems. OMT can benefit children with Down syndrome, aiding + respiratory health, growth concerns, and motor development. +

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+ + +
); }; diff --git a/website/app/views/AcademicWork.tsx b/website/app/views/AcademicWork.tsx index 9107185..e1dbbac 100644 --- a/website/app/views/AcademicWork.tsx +++ b/website/app/views/AcademicWork.tsx @@ -1,7 +1,122 @@ const AcademicWork = () => { return (
- AcademicWork +
+
Academic Appointments
+
+
2016-2017
+
World Health Organization
+
+ Temporary Consultant in Integrative Medicine for Workshop on Quality + of Traditional and Complementary Medicine Services. Expert on + Practice in southeast Asia region, incl. Macao and China. +
+
+
+
1998-Present
+
+ Midwestern University, Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine +
+
+ Clinical Associate Professor of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine +
+
+
+
2018-2020
+
Tuoro University College of Osteopathic Medicine
+
Adjunct Associate Professor
+
+
+
2010-2018
+
A.T. Still University
+
Adjunct Associate Professor
+
+
+
2007-2017
+
Western University College Osteopathic Medicine
+
+ Adjunct Associate Professor of Osteopathic Manipulative Acupuncture +
+
+
+
1992-1994
+
The Osteopathic Cranial Academy
+
33rd President
+
+
+
2010-2011
+
American Academy of Osteopathy
+
63rd President
+
+
+
+
Books
+
+
2011
+
+ 2nd Ed. Yamamoto New Scalp Acupuncture (YNSA) Principles and + Practice +
+
Richard A. Feely, DO
+
Theime
+
158 pgs.
+
+
+
2006
+
+ Yamamoto New Scalp Acupuncture (YNSA) Principles and Practice +
+
Richard A. Feely, DO
+
Theime
+
139 pgs.
+
+
+
1998
+
Clinical Cranial Osteopathy: Selected Readings
+
Richard A. Feely, DO
+
The Cranial Academy
+
268 pgs.
+
+
+
+
Articles
+
+
2020
+
+ Neuro-Ocular Release: A New Osteopathic Technique For Resolving + Somatic Dysfunction +
+
Richard Feely and Jillian Smith
+
AAO Journal, Vol. 30, No. 2
+
+
+
2017
+
+ Progressive Infantile Scoliosis Managed with Osteopathic + Manipulative Treatment +
+
Richard Feely and Holly Kapraun
+
+ The Journal of the American Osteopathic Association. 117. 595. + 10.7556/jaoa.2017.114 +
+
+
+
1992
+
Hospital Guidelines DRG/OMT Master Matrix
+
Richard A. Feely, DO
+
Rhema Medical Publishers, JAOA
+
+
+
1980
+
+ An Outline of Osteopathic Manipulative Procedures in the Cranial + Field +
+
Richard A. Feely, DO
+
Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine
+
+
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- CertsAndFellows +
+
Board Certifications
+
+
2001, 2011
+
American Board of Medical Acupuncture
+
+
+
2000, 2010
+
American Board of Independent Medical Examiners (CIME)
+
+
+
'95, '02, '07, '12, '16, '20
+
+ American Board of Quality Assurance and Utilization Review + Physicians +
+
+
+
1994
+
American Board of Forensic Examiners
+
+
+
1991
+
+ American Osteopathic Board of Special Proficiency in Manipulative + Medicine +
+
+
+
1988
+
American Board of Disability Evaluating Physicians
+
+
+
1986
+
American Board of Osteopathic Family Practice
+
+
+
+
Fellowships
+
+
2017
+
FAQAURP
+
+ American Board of Quality Assurance and Utilization Review + Physicians +
+
+
+
2001
+
FAAMA
+
American Academy of Medical Acupuncture (FAAMA)
+
+
+
1995
+
FCA
+
Cranial Academy
+
+
+
1994
+
FAAO
+
American Academy of Osteopathy
+
+
+
1988
+
FIAIME
+
International Academy of Independent Medical Evaluators
+
+
+
+
Awards
+
+
2019
+
Andrew Taylor Still Medallion of Honor
+
+ Lifetime Achievement Award by the American Academy of Osteopathy. +
+
+
+
2018
+
Top Performer
+
DO-Touch.NET, Physician Practice Based Research Network.
+
+
+
1999
+
Sutherland Memorial Lecturer
+
Osteopathic Cranial Academy
+
+
+
1979
+
Diplomat
+
+ National Board of Examiners for Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons +
+
+
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+
OMM, LLC
+
2010-Present
+
President
+
+ Created ommtests.com, the + most complete web-based OMM/OMT test prep program. +
+
TCMtests, LLC
2003-Present
Founder and President
- The leading online board certification test prep site for - Acupuncturist and Oriental Medical Doctors + Created tcmtests.com, the + leading online board certification test prep site for Acupuncturist + and Oriental Medical Doctors
-
-
2003-Present
-
Founder and President
+
Tivity Health
+
2019-Present
+
MD/DO Peer Reviewer
- The leading online board certification test prep site for - Acupuncturist and Oriental Medical Doctors + Peer Reviewer in Utilization Review Management at a large provider + of health improvement at fitness solutions, based in Franlin, TN
+
+
Womack Investment Advisers
+
2009-Present
+
Registered Investment Adviser
+
+ Investment adviser at a prominent finacial planning and wealth + management firm in Edmond, Oklahoma. +
+
+
+
American WholeHealth
+
1999-2000
+
National Director of Quality Management
+
+
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