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Somatic dysfunction

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somatic dysfunction,
n 1., in psychology, embodied neuroses. The physical manifestation of psycholo-gic defenses.
2., in neuromuscular therapy, an area of limited motion and physical tenderness. Formerly called
neuromuscular lesion.

somatic dysfunction
Osteopathy A defect in structure and/or function, which can be diagnosed by identifying tenderness, asymmetry, restricted motion, and tissue texture changes. See Osteopathy.


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Overview This course aims to provide qualified practitioners with step by step protocols for the successful treatment of somatic dysfunction.
 
 
 
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