What is another word for osteopathy?
Pronunciation: [ˌɒstɪˈɒpəθɪ] (IPA) 
Osteopathy is a healthcare approach that focuses on diagnosing and treating medical conditions affecting the musculoskeletal system. The term "osteopathy" is derived from the Greek word "osteon" meaning bone and "pathos" meaning suffering. Synonyms for this form of treatment include manual therapy, osteopathic medicine, and osteopathic manipulation. Manual therapy pertains to the hands-on techniques performed by osteopaths to alleviate muscle and joint pain and to improve bodily functions. Osteopathic medicine is an alternative form of medicine licensed in the United States that uses osteopathic manipulative medicine as a primary tool to diagnose, treat, and prevent illnesses. Osteopathic manipulation encompasses various techniques including pressure, stretching, and resistance.
