Osteopathic Principles and Philosophy (8/8/13? Flashcards
- List and understand the basic philosophical tenets of Osteopathic medicine - Be able to apply and give examples of those principles in clinical medicine.
1
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What Osteopathic Medicine is Not?
A
- Chiropractic
- An M.D. + a chiropractor
- Traditional Western Medicine + manual/manipulative treatment
2
Q
How is the body looked at?
A
The body functions as a unit.
3
Q
What is the relationship b/w structure and function?
A
Structure and functions are interrelated.
Poor structure -> poor function
4
Q
What important mechanism does the body possess? Give examples.
A
The body has self-regulatory mechanism.
Ex: Blood Pressure, heart rate, temperature, pH, immune sys., hormone.
5
Q
What can the body do? Give example.
A
The body has an inherent capacity to repair itself.
Ex: Inflamation, clotting, fever.
6
Q
What are the principles of Osteopathic medicine?
A
- The body functions as a unit
- Structure and function are interrelated
- The body possess self-regulatory mechanism
- The body has a inherent ability to heal and repair itself.
7
Q
How do DOs use the principle?
A
Rational treatment is based on the principles
8
Q
What is the role of these principles?
A
- They make the difference b/w Osteopathic and Allopathic in their approach to patient care
- They form the backbone for the application of scientific knowledge to patient care.
- It is health-oriented philosophy with a patient centered focus.
