Osteopathy in Calgary
Evidence-Based Manual Osteopathic Treatment
What Is Osteopathy?
Osteopathy (or Osteopathic Manual Therapy) is a hands-on healthcare approach that assesses and treats the body as an interconnected system. Rather than focusing on one painful area in isolation, osteopathy looks at how joints, muscles, fascia, nerves, and circulation work together – and how restrictions in one area can affect another.
At Vital Performance Care, manual osteopathy uses gentle yet precise techniques to:
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Improve joint mobility
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Reduce muscle and fascial tension
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Support nervous system regulation
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Enhance circulation and tissue health
The goal is not just pain relief, but restoring efficient movement and supporting your body’s ability to heal and adapt over time.
This service is often covered by insurance plans and health spending accounts.
Manual Osteopathic Treatment in Calgary: Conditions We Treat
Our osteopathic treatment in Calgary is suitable for a wide range of musculoskeletal and movement-related concerns. Care is always tailored to your body, your history, and your goals.
Common conditions we treat include:
Back pain and neck pain
Shoulder, hip, and knee discomfort
Headaches and migraines
Postural strain from work or prolonged sitting
Sports and activity-related injuries
Chronic muscle tension and stiffness
Jaw pain (TMJ-related issues)
Nerve-related symptoms such as tingling or tightness
Osteopathic Care at Vital Performance Care
Osteopathy at Vital Performance Care is personalized, hands-on, and built around helping you move and feel your best.
Detailed Assessment
We start by understanding how you move, identifying limitations, and pinpointing the root cause of your pain or dysfunction. If you’ve seen another practitioner at our clinic, we all share notes!
Individualized Treatment
Your plan is tailored to your goals – no generic routines, no one-size-fits-all protocols. With our tech-informed testing options, we can also tailor strength and symmetry targets and track progress.
Performance-Focused Approach
Whether you’re recovering or optimizing, we help you return stronger, more confident, and more capable. We help get you all the way off the table, and back at it – whether that’s the field or day-to-day life.
Meet Your Osteopath in Calgary
Sam Noble
Osteopathic Manual Therapist
Osteopathy FAQs
What is manual osteopathy?
Manual osteopathy is a hands-on approach that uses gentle techniques to improve mobility, reduce tension, and restore balance between body systems. It does not involve medication or surgery.
Is osteopathy safe?
Yes. Osteopathic treatment is safe when performed by trained professionals. Techniques are selected based on your comfort level, health history, and physical presentation.
Do I need a referral to see an osteopath in Calgary?
No referral is required. You can book directly with Vital Performance Care.
How is osteopathy different from physiotherapy or chiropractic care?
All three approaches take a whole-body, systems-based view of health and recovery along with exercise or mobility programming, depending on the practitioner’s scope and training.
The key difference is in the tools used and the scope of training held by the practitioner. For example, Manual Osteopathic Therapy at our clinic is entirely hands-on and does not include dry needling or acupuncture. Physiotherapy and chiropractic care may incorporate needling techniques and/or adjustments.
Together, these disciplines complement one another and can be combined to support your best outcomes.
How many sessions will I need?
This depends on your condition, goals, and response to care. Some people notice changes quickly, while others benefit from a short course of treatment combined with movement guidance.
Is osteopathy covered by insurance?
Many extended health plans provide coverage. We recommend checking with your provider to confirm your benefits.
Looking for an Osteopath Near You in Calgary?
If you’ve been searching for an osteopath near you, Vital Performance Care offers a welcoming, professional environment where your care is individualized and intentional. You don’t have to push through pain or guess your way through recovery.
