Laura Miller Osteopathy
North Vancouver, BC
What is Osteopathy?
Osteopathy (pron. “os-tee-o-pathy”) is an effective form of manual therapy to reduce pain and improve quality of life for all ages. It views the body as one functional unit, taking all the moving parts into consideration during assessment and treatment. We understand that given the right conditions, the body is inherently capable of healing and regulating itself. Proper structural alignment through all layers of the body give it the ability maintain health to function as it was designed. The motion capacity of the body is directly related to one’s ability to self-heal and regulate.
Discovered in the late 1800’s by Dr. Andrew Taylor Still, osteopathy works on the principle that structure and function of the body are interrelated. If the structure (anatomy) is off balance, the function will be altered. By restoring balance between the structures of the body, the body is free to utilize its natural ability to self-heal and self-regulate.
Osteopathic Manual Practitioners are functional anatomists who use applied osteopathic principles to restore proper body mechanics, circulation, and nerve impulses by removing motion restrictions. Treating the cause of the pain, not just the symptoms, often results in fewer treatments and longer lasting results. Because each body is always changing, every treatment is unique to the individual.
See the F.A.Q. page for more information about osteopathy.
About
Laura Miller Osteopathy
Growing up playing competitive sports, Laura developed an interest in human movement and anatomy at an early age. Osteopathy treatments helped her recover from various injuries and fuelled her interest in anatomy. She earned her undergraduate science degree from the University of Ottawa before moving out west to be closer to the mountains. Laura then pursued studies at the Canadian Academy of Osteopathy, a 4-year full-time program providing Canada's highest osteopathy standards of education and over 1000 hours of clinical practice, earning a diploma of M.OMSc. (Masters in Osteopathic Manual Sciences).
As an Osteopathic Manual Practitioner she is dedicated to providing safe, effective treatments, patient education, and facilitating optimal health. Laura welcomes people of all ages with everything from acute sports injuries to chronic everyday aches and pains. She especially enjoys treating climbers and children in sports! Her commitment to continued learning and the pursuit of excellence are the driving forces in her practice.
Outside of the clinic you can find Laura rock climbing or hiking in Squamish, on the beach, or playing music.
Coverage
Laura is a certified member of Osteopathy Canada, allowing treatments to be covered by most extended health care benefit packages. Check with your specific plan to see if you have coverage for Osteopathy.
