Fulcrum Institute Case Studies - The Power of Osteopathic Manual Therapy
The following are case studies demonstrating the power of Osteopathic Manual Therapy. These patients were all treated by Tim Bonack, PT, DOMP(C), at his osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) clinic in Colorado Springs. While these patients’ conditions are quite complex, there were excellent results attained. Imagine the power of using these OMT techniques to relieve pain of lesser involved patients.

Case Study #1
48 y.o. female suffered a blow to the L crown of her head by a falling object estimated to be 40 lbs approximately 8 weeks earlier. Immediate LOC and awoke to a pool of blood on the concrete.

Case Study #2
18 y.o. male with a 5-year history of chronic pain throughout his LEs that limits him from walking more than 5 minutes. Had to be home-schooled due to pain.

Case Study #3
60 y.o. female with onset of R lower back pain and sciatica with 8/10 pain to the level of the foot approximately 10 months earlier without apparent injury or trauma.

Case Study #4
68 y.o. female referred by a physician with a primary complaint of upper abdominal reflux pain, bloating, and thoracic pain. Original injury approximately 10 years previous while working as a flight attendant and exposure to jet fumes and lung injury.

Case Study #5
This case happened approximately 20 years ago. The patient was a 48 y.o. female grade school teacher. She was referred by her husband, who was a patient who had done well.

Case Study #6
11 y.o. female with approximately 6-month history of R lower abdominal and upper thigh pain. Pain so severe that she needed help getting in and out of bed, on and off the toilet, and in and out of a car.

Case Study #7
Another case from approximately 20 years ago, but this case really demonstrates the power of the Osteopathic Techniques. I was treating Susan, and I had known her for years as she was a patient.

Case Study #8
Female age 67 with upper abdominal pain, reflux, bloating, excessive belching, and mid-thoracic pain. She is in relatively good physical health, and does some exercise.
The Power of Osteopathic Manipulation & Osteopathic Manipulative Therapy
As an Osteopath, I am genuinely fascinated by the power of osteopathic treatment and how it can effectively alleviate joint pain and promote overall healing throughout the body. Through the use of various manipulative therapies, osteopathic treatment can be a game-changer for individuals who are suffering from conditions as varied as chronic migraine, carpal tunnel syndrome and musculoskeletal pain. The case studies that highlight the effectiveness of this holistic approach are inspiring and serve as a reminder of just how impactful osteopathic treatment can be.
It’s an honor to be able to teach Osteopathic Manual Techniques to my students and pass on the knowledge and skills needed to make a real difference in the lives of others. Knowing that osteopathic manipulative therapy can offer pain relief and improved quality of life to so many patients makes me proud to be in this field.
If you’re looking to enhance the care you provide to your patients, consider adding osteopathic manipulative treatment to your practice. Trust me, the results speak for themselves.
Contact us now to learn more about the Fulcrum Institute’s manual therapy training can help you improve patient care and grow your practice.