The Great Debate: Should an Osteopathy Clinician Prescribe Exercises?
One of the longest-running debates in osteopathy is surprisingly simple: Should our job end when the treatment ends? For many classical osteopaths, the answer is yes. Their philosophy is rooted in a powerful principle: the body has the ability to self-regulate and heal when restrictions are removed. If we restore motion, balance tension, and allow […]
New Brunswick’s Osteopathy Act (Bill 36): What Canadian Osteopaths Need to Know
A major milestone is underway for the osteopathic profession in New Brunswick with the introduction of Bill 36 – The Osteopathy Act, which had its first reading on May 16, 2025. This landmark legislation transforms the Association of Osteopaths of New Brunswick into a formal self-regulating body and introduces a comprehensive framework for the governance, […]
Manual Osteopathy in Canada: Rising Demand, Regulation, and the Need for Unity
The Growing Demand for Manual Osteopathy In Canada, more people than ever are turning to manual osteopathy for pain relief, rehabilitation, and overall well-being. As healthcare costs rise and awareness of drug-free, hands-on therapies increases, patients are actively seeking out manual osteopaths. We see this in our own practices—more referrals, more interest, and more people […]
