Osteopathy Unplugged—Free Episodes
Episode 0: Trailer—Osteopathy Unplugged
Welcome to Osteopathy Unplugged. Join us for a glimpse into what we have in store for you in the coming episodes.
Episode 1: Welcome to Osteopathy Unplugged
We developed this podcast out of our passion for Osteopathy and the recognition that our profession needs a more intimate discussion, or a conversational approach to who we are and what we do.
Episode 2: What is Osteopathy? An Introduction
This episode starts by asking an important question: What is Osteopathy? Osteopathic Medicine is a healthcare system that uses Osteopathic manipulation and the clinical application of Osteopathic principles in patient care. We discuss the etymology of the word “Osteopathy,” licensing of a DO inside and outside the United States, explain the differences between an Osteopath and Osteopathic Physician as well as the differences between Osteopathy and Osteopathic Medicine, and finally we will delineate key terms and definitions relating to the Osteopathic profession. Most importantly, Osteopathy does not exist without the inclusion of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine.
Episode 3: What Is Osteopathy?: Ten Key Concepts of Osteopathic Philosophy
Osteopathic philosophy forms the foundation of the distinctive Osteopathic approach to healthcare. Andrew Taylor Still did not give us a book of Osteopathic techniques, instead he gave us a rich and detailed philosophy—hidden in plain sight—in his extensive published works. These “Ten Key Concepts” form the basis of the work of our hands, revealed in what we call Osteopathic Manipulation. We as a profession are much more than the undemanding four tenets of Osteopathy outlined by some professional organizations. This podcast explores the extensive philosophy of Osteopathy in an accessible and conversational manner that presents the authenticity of our profession to the world.
Episode 4: What is Osteopathy? Osteopathic Principles of Treatment
This episode will continue to answer the question: “What is Osteopathy?” The Osteopathic approach to healthcare is the clinical application of Osteopathic philosophy. We will explore the “Ten Major Principles of Osteopathic Treatment.” We have thoughtfully organized what we know to be the most important ways in which an Osteopath applies the art and science of Osteopathy.
Episode 5: The Osteopathic Ways of Being
In this episode, we explore an innovative approach to enriching your inner life as an Osteopath. The Osteopathic Ways of Being are not formally a part of A. T. Still’s teachings. However, they are congruent with the basic Philosophy of Osteopathy and with the spirit of A. T. Still’s approach to healthcare. The Osteopathic profession has tended to ignore the inner life of the Osteopath. We can apply the Osteopathic approach to our inner life. Our inner life is reflected in the outer expression of the Osteopath, and strongly influences the quality of patient care. Who we are, affects how we treat. Our level of awareness of internal events (us) influences our ability to sense and perceive external events (our patients). By attending to your “Ways of Being” you can become a better Osteopath. Being a better Osteopath, is clinically significant.
Episode 6: The First Osteopathic Treatment
This podcast will be the first in a series of episodes exploring key historical components of the Osteopathic experience that we call “Osteopathic Origin Stories.” We will present momentous historical events that shaped the early development of Osteopathy. We know that understanding our traditions will give you a better appreciation of who we are as a healthcare profession and why we are remarkable. Our first episode in this series is this presentation of the epic First Osteopathic Treatment, which took place in Macon, Missouri in the autumn of 1874. Andrew Taylor Still recounted this case history in the “Autobiography of A. T. Still.” At this point, Dr. Still had not fully formulated the principles of Osteopathy. The development of Osteopathy as a healing art took 18 years of empirical experimentation and intense study. Still’s earliest style of manual medicine was based upon the hands-on healing practices of Magnetic Healing combined with traditional art of bonesetting. He blended the metaphysical concepts of Magnetic Healing with the physical principles of biomechanics found in bonesetting. He further developed his technique, evolved his style, integrated precise anatomic diagnosis, created a philosophy of healthcare, and called this system Osteopathy.
Episode 12: I Promise to Listen—The Life of an Osteopath
In this episode Bonnie will recreate her Sutherland Memorial Lecture from 2014, “I Promised To Listen: The Life of an Osteopath.”
She originally gave this lecture at the annual conference of the Osteopathic Cranial Academy in Indianapolis, Indiana. Her presentation was the 54th Sutherland Memorial Lecture given since 1958.
Join us and listen as one of the great DOs of her generation shares her Osteopathic wisdom, and enriches all of our lives by integrating the principles of Osteopathy into a wholistic worldview.