Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
DOs are fully licensed physicians who also train in osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM) — a hands-on approach to diagnosis and treatment. They bring a holistic perspective to conventional medicine.
Best For
Full physician care + hands-on musculoskeletal treatment (OMM)
Not sure if a Osteopath is right for you?
Get a personalized recommendation based on your health goals.
Common Focus Areas
Conditions They Help With
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicines are commonly sought out for these health concerns. Click any condition to learn more.
Back/Neck Pain
Chronic or acute pain in the back and neck, including muscle strain, disc issues, and postural problems.
Sciatica
Pain radiating along the sciatic nerve from the lower back through the hips and down each leg.
Posture Issues
Poor posture, tech neck, carpal tunnel, and repetitive strain injuries affecting daily life and work.
Headaches/Migraines
Tension headaches, migraines, cluster headaches, and chronic head pain from various root causes.
Joint Pain
Chronic joint pain, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and inflammatory joint conditions.
Sports Injuries
Athletic injuries, recovery support, mobility restoration, and performance optimization.
Regulated Healthcare Provider
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicines (DO) are licensed and regulated in most jurisdictions. They must meet specific educational and clinical requirements, maintain continuing education, and adhere to professional standards of practice.
Find the Right Osteopath for You
Get matched with practitioners based on your unique health needs, or explore our directory.
Frequently Asked Questions
DOs are fully licensed physicians who also train in osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM) — a hands-on approach to diagnosis and treatment. They bring a holistic perspective to conventional medicine.
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicines commonly help with Back/Neck Pain, Sciatica, Posture Issues, Headaches/Migraines, Joint Pain, and more. They focus on full physician care + hands-on musculoskeletal treatment (omm).
Yes, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicines (DO) are licensed and regulated healthcare providers. They must meet educational requirements and maintain professional standards.
A Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine may be a good fit if you're looking for full physician care + hands-on musculoskeletal treatment (omm). They're especially helpful for back/neck pain, headaches, joint pain. Consider your specific health goals and whether their approach resonates with you.
Absolutely. Many people work with a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine as part of an integrative care team. As a regulated provider, they can coordinate with your other healthcare providers.
Related Practitioner Types
These practitioners treat similar conditions and often work well as part of an integrative care team.
DC
Spine/joint mechanics + nerve/muscle pain patterns
LMT / RMT
Muscle pain, tension, recovery, relaxation
L.Ac. / R.Ac. / R.TCM.P
Pain, stress regulation, nausea, headaches, fertility support
ND / NMD
Whole-person primary-care style natural medicine
C-IAYT
Condition-specific movement + breath + nervous system regulation
CST
Gentle bodywork for tension and nervous system calming