Participants Required for Research Study

The Effect of Osteopathic Treatment during Pregnancy

on

 Labour and Delivery

Osteopathy is a gentle manual therapy addressing the entire body to restore an optimal state of health.  Treatment is designed to normalize tensions, and restore normal movement and function of the many structures affected by pregnancy. 

The researcher, Janet Walker, a registered massage therapist, has successfully completed five years of post-graduate studies toward a Diploma in Osteopathic Manual Practice. The completion of a thesis is the final requirement.

Eligible participants are women in the Greater Toronto Area:

- Giving birth for the first time

- Between 25 and 35 years of age

- In the 2^nd trimester of pregnancy

- Carrying a single fetus

- With no history of repeated miscarriages

- With no known complications precluding a normal pregnancy and delivery

If you are interested in participating, please contact Janet Walker at 416-786-2498 for further details.