Indigenous Epistemological Frameworks and Evidence-Informed Approaches to Consciousness and Body Representations in Osteopathic Care: A Call for Academic Engagement.
Healthcare March 7, 2025 Rafael Zegarra-Parodi, Thioro Loum, Giandomenico D'Alessandro et al.
Background/Objectives: Indigenous perspectives, which emphasize non-materialistic dimensions of healing, such as the interconnectedness of the body, mind, and spirit, align with one foundational principle of osteopathic care. Integrating these perspectives into person-centered care may enhance therapeutic effectiveness by accommodating diverse understandings of health and well-being. This...
DOI: 10.3390/healthcare13060586 (opens in new tab)
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Consciousness
Osteopathy
Cultural competence
Manual therapy
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