OSTEOPATHIC CARE
Whole-Person Medicine With an Osteopathic Perspective
As an osteopathic doctor serving Albany NY and the greater Capital Region, Dr. Alex Ford approaches primary care by considering how lifestyle, nutrition, movement, musculoskeletal health, and other factors can affect your overall wellbeing.
- Whole-person primary care
- Preventive medicine
- Musculoskeletal concerns
- How structure and function may influence health
- Mobility and movement
- Back, neck, and joint concerns
- Lifestyle factors contributing to discomfort
- Integrating medical history, nutrition, activity, and physical health
- Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment, when clinically appropriate
- Coordination with physical therapy, orthopedic care, sports medicine, or other specialists when necessary
Whole-person primary care
Preventive medicine
Musculoskeletal concerns
How structure and function may influence health
Mobility and movement
Back, neck, and joint concerns
Lifestyle factors contributing to discomfort
Integrating medical history, nutrition, activity, and physical health
Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment, when clinically appropriate
Coordination with physical therapy, orthopedic care, sports medicine, or other specialists when necessary
A Philosophy of Whole-Person Health
Osteopathic medicine is built on the idea that the body's structure and function are connected, and that the body has an innate ability to heal when it is supported by good habits, movement, and attentive care. Dr. Ford brings this whole-person lens to your primary care, considering how one area of health can influence another.
Whole-person primary care
Preventive medicine
Musculoskeletal concerns
How structure and function may influence health
Mobility and movement
Back, neck, and joint concerns
Lifestyle factors contributing to discomfort
Integrating medical history, nutrition, activity, and physical health
Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment, when clinically appropriate
Coordination with physical therapy, orthopedic care, sports medicine, or other specialists when necessary
OMT is not appropriate for every condition or every patient. Its use is based on an individual clinical evaluation and is discussed with you as part of your visit.
1
Evaluation
Dr. Ford assesses your musculoskeletal health as part of a broader clinical evaluation.
2
Hands-On Technique
When clinically appropriate, hands-on OMT techniques may be used to address tension, restricted mobility, or discomfort.
3
Discussion & Plan
Its use is based on an individual clinical evaluation and always discussed with you as part of your visit.
OMT is not appropriate for every condition or every patient.
UNDERSTANDING OMT
What Is Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT)?
OMT involves hands-on techniques to evaluate and address certain musculoskeletal concerns, such as tension, restricted mobility, or discomfort related to posture and movement.
1
Evaluation
Dr. Ford assesses your musculoskeletal health as part of a broader clinical evaluation.
2
Hands-On Technique
When clinically appropriate, hands-on OMT techniques may be used to address tension, restricted mobility, or discomfort.
3
Discussion & Plan
Its use is based on an individual clinical evaluation and always discussed with you as part of your visit.
OMT is not appropriate for every condition or every patient.
More Than Treating Symptoms
Osteopathic medicine aligns closely with FORD NY DPC's broader philosophy: understanding contributing factors, focusing on prevention and lifestyle, and looking at your overall health rather than treating an isolated complaint on its own.
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Osteopathic Care, Explained
What makes osteopathic medicine different?
Osteopathic medicine is built on the idea that the body's structure and function are connected, and that the body has an innate ability to heal when it is supported by good habits, movement, and attentive care. Dr. Ford brings this whole-person lens to primary care, considering how one area of health can influence another.
What is Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT)?
OMT involves hands-on techniques to evaluate and address certain musculoskeletal concerns, such as tension, restricted mobility, or discomfort related to posture and movement.
How does this fit into your overall primary care?
Osteopathic medicine aligns closely with FORD NY DPC's broader philosophy: understanding contributing factors, focusing on prevention and lifestyle, and looking at your overall health rather than treating an isolated complaint on its own. Care may include coordination with physical therapy, orthopedic care, sports medicine, or other specialists when necessary.
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