NMM/OMT
Ambrose Loc Ngo, MS; Niki Gharavi Alkhansari, BS; Rachana Tadakamalla, MS; Mercede Hess, MS; Uyen Tam Nguyen, BS; John Yazji, MS; and Robert S. Rogers, PhD
Osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM) has gained attention as a complementary therapy for cerebral palsy-related symptoms. Techniques such as muscle stretching, gentle pressure, and joint manipulation have been shown to reduce muscle stiffness, alleviate stress, and enhance mobility in neuromuscular disorders. This narrative review synthesizes current evidence on OMM’s role in cerebral palsy management, with a focus on its application within the five models of osteopathic approach: behavioral, biomechanical, neurologic, metabolic, and respiratory-circulatory
Pediatrics
Casey Shubrook, MPH; Kimberly Breneisen, MD; and Maxine Pottenger, MD
Most adult mental health conditions begin in early childhood and adolescence, the most common being anxiety and behavioral disorders. Early intervention can improve outcomes and may reduce the risk of developing a clinical disorder in the future. However, children may not have the communication or understanding to share their symptoms with those around them, leaving pediatric primary care providers responsible for identifying concerning signs. This paper reviews both general symptoms that suggest possible mental health conditions as well as specific correlations between symptoms and psychiatric diagnoses.
NMM/OMT
Yasir Rehman, MD, MSc; Jonathon Kirsch, DO; Mary Ying-Fang Wang, PhD; Robert Johnston, M.OMSc; Meadow Will, DO; Emily Gibson, DO; David Spencer, DO; Claudio Garcia, MLIS; and Karen T. Snider, DO
While previous review articles investigated the effectiveness of manual therapies for treating headaches, they did not focus specifically on OMT or perform a pooled meta-analysis to evaluate the effectiveness of outcomes. The aim of this study was to systematically evaluate the effectiveness of OMT for managing headaches associated with musculoskeletal dysfunction and to assess the associated harm outcomes.
