Efficient Scientific Osteopathic Approach to Neck Pain and Headaches
Subtitle: Differentiation, Assessment, and Treatment of a Wide Range of Causes of Cervical Pain
New insights
Cairo - Egypt
For Osteopaths & Physiotherapists
Thursday 18, Friday 19, Saturday 20 December, 2025.
Motivation:
Neck pain has multifactorial origins. Accurate and efficient identification of the underlying causes is essential for developing and implementing targeted treatment strategies.
Differentiating between musculoskeletal, visceral, local, and referred sources of symptoms plays a pivotal role in effective clinical management.
What will you learn in this practice-oriented postgraduate course?
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Understanding the mechanisms and interrelations underlying neck pain
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Identifying and differentiating the causes of neck pain and headaches
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Developing effective treatment plans and strategies for patients with cervical pain and cephalalgia
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Applying manual techniques purposefully and efficiently
Three-day advanced course for osteopaths and physiotherapists
The course consists of 40% theoretical content focused on deepening scientific knowledge and clinical reasoning, and 60% practical application, emphasizing the development of individualized treatment strategies, the performance of specific diagnostic tests, and the application of manual therapeutic techniques.
The course is supported by an accompanying PowerPoint presentation and a free e-book, including multiple-choice assessments and a certificate of participation.
Instructor: Luc Peeters, MSc.Ost.
Luc Peeters has been practicing as an osteopath since 1985. He holds a Master of Science in Osteopathy and served as Co-Director of what was at the time the largest osteopathic academy in Europe from 1987 to 2020. In this role, he played a key part in the development of curricula and academic programs and in securing recognition from various universities.
Luc Peeters is also the author of more than 70 books and scientific articles on osteopathy, published in several languages. His extensive experience in teaching, research and clinical practice makes him a highly regarded expert in his field.
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Course content:
Part 1: Anamnesis and clinical discussion of neck pain
Part 2: Functional examination of the cervical region
Parts 3 & 4: Pain differentiation in neck disorders – Analysis of local, referred, and systemic sources of pain
Part 5: Influence of hypoxemia and hypoxia on cervical pain
Part 6: Distinguishing functional versus structural causes
Part 7: Posturology and its relevance in cervical complaints
Part 8: The role of the upper thoracic region – focus on segment T3
Part 9: Significance, assessment, and treatment of the T3 region – Practical session
Part 10: Visceral influences on the cervical region – Examination and treatment of the heart, lungs, diaphragm, digestive tract, and fascial system
Part 11: Oxidative stress and redox homeostasis – therapeutic approaches
Parts 12 & 13: Manual assessment and treatment – Two practical sessions for clinical application
Part 14: Routine osteopathic examination and treatment – Integration of acquired knowledge into daily clinical practice
Dates: Thursday 18, Friday 19, Saturday 20 December, 2025.
Location: Egyptian Osteopathic Society Office, Mohandseen, 5 Lebanon st. (01022455503)
Language: English
Fee: €400
Questions: info@osteopathybooks.com
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