Usually, we (especially osteopaths) call most of the problems as somatic dysfunctions. What is it exactly? A somatic dysfunction is an "impaired or altered function of related components of the somatic (body framework) system: skeletal, arthrodial, and myofascial structures, and related vascular, lymphatic, and neural elements.” (Glossary Review Committee, for the Educational Council on Osteopathic Principles and the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine.Glossary of Osteopathic Terminology. April 2002) Thank you God for giving us physios clues to identify dysfunctions in the body. And there are plenty! The question is how do we know which one is the main perpetrator. Which are the ones we should prioritize and focus on?
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