Osteopathy for Intestinal Problems and Abdominal Pain

For abdominal and intestinal complaints, Hogewoning Osteopathy in Katwijk takes a holistic approach to the body. During the examination, the practitioner assesses the mobility and interrelationships of various structures, including the abdomen, pelvis, and spine.

Abdominal and intestinal symptoms can be accompanied by symptoms in the back or pelvis. That is why, during the examination, the osteopath looks for connections between different parts of the body. Factors such as scar tissue, tension, and reduced mobility may also be taken into account. At Hogewoning Osteopathy, various manual techniques are used for this purpose, including techniques from the Frank de Bakker Method.

Osteopathy for Digestive Problems: What Is Examined?

Osteopathic treatment for digestive complaints doesn’t just focus on the area where you’re experiencing symptoms. The osteopath examines the body as a whole and assesses the mobility and interrelationships of various structures.
For abdominal and intestinal complaints, the examination may focus on the abdomen, pelvis, spine, and diaphragm, among other areas. The tension and mobility of surrounding tissues can also be assessed during the examination.
The goal of the osteopathic examination is to identify potential restrictions in movement and areas of tension that may be related to your symptoms. Based on the examination, a determination is made as to which structures will be addressed during treatment.

What symptoms can accompany abdominal and intestinal problems?

Abdominal and intestinal symptoms can manifest in various ways. For example, you may experience abdominal pain, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, or heartburn. Sometimes these symptoms persist for a long time or recur regularly.
Abdominal symptoms may also be accompanied by symptoms in other parts of the body, such as the lower back or the pelvis. That is why an osteopathic examination focuses not only on the abdomen, but also on the connections within the entire body.

Are you experiencing symptoms after abdominal surgery? Scars and adhesions may also be part of the osteopathic examination.

What does treatment for intestinal problems involve?

The first appointment begins with a discussion about your symptoms and your health. This is followed by a physical examination during which the osteopath assesses your posture, movement, and the interrelationship between different parts of your body.
Once it is clear which areas require attention, treatment is tailored to the findings of the examination. Various manual techniques may be used for this purpose.

Every person and every complaint is different. That is why treatment is tailored to your individual situation.

Osteopathy for Abdominal Pain and Digestive Issues in Katwijk

Do you live in Katwijk, Rijnsburg, Valkenburg, or the surrounding area, and would you like to have your abdominal or intestinal symptoms evaluated? Hogewoning Osteopathy offers personalized osteopathic evaluations.

Do you have questions about your symptoms, or would you like to know how osteopathy can help you? You can contact us by phone. You can also easily schedule an appointment through our online calendar.

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