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Osteopathy
A form of alternative healthcare that emphasizes the interrelationship between structure and function of the body, as well as the body's ability to heal itself. It aims to facilitate the healing process through the practice of manual and manipulative therapy.
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pelvic tilt
Alternative therapy; Osteopathy
Pelvic rotation about a transverse (horizontal) axis (forward or backward tilt) or about an anterior-posterior axis (right or left side tilt).
pelvic declination
Alternative therapy; Osteopathy
Pelvic rotation about an anteriorposterior (A-P) axis.
pelvic unleveling
Alternative therapy; Osteopathy
Pelvic rotation about an anteriorposterior (A-P) axis.
end feel
Alternative therapy; Osteopathy
Perceived quality of motion as an anatomic or physiologic restrictive barrier is approached.
trophic
Alternative therapy; Osteopathy
Pertaining to nutrition, especially in the cellular environment (e.g., trophic function — a nutritional function).
