The role of osteopathic manipulative treatment in neurological disorders: A critical review with clinical advice

Since more people age and live longer with chronic disease, it is important to develop complementary and adjunctive approaches to improve body homeostasis and ensure the highest possible level of well-being for people affected by neurological disorders, besides the known benefits related to neurorehabilitation. In this context, osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) should be considered a promising holistic treatment to manage better pain and symptoms related to the chronic stages of neurological diseases. The primary purpose of this review is to examine the existing literature to determine the role and effects of OMT in patients affected by neurological disorders, giving some clinical advice … MORE