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The mission of the Canadian School of Osteopathy Manual Practice is to provide high quality education to qualified students who wish to enter the field of
Osteopathy embraces the philosophy that the body has an innate or natural ability to self-regulate and to heal itself. The key factor that permits this process to proceed unimpeded is the ability of the body to circulate all of its fluids, including blood, lymph, synovial fluid, digestive juices, cerebrospinal fluid, axoplasm, and all the other intra and extracellular fluids of the body. These flu
ids carry many of the body's life-sustaining compounds, such as hormones, enzymes and their secretions, immune and anti-inflammatory factors, neural impulses, nutritional elements, and dissolved gases such as oxygen. These fluids are involved in all aspects of life, from the DNA that is suspended within the intracellular fluids, to the fetus which floats in the amniotic fluid. In addition, these body fluids serve as mediums for excreting all the bi-products of digestion and cellular respiration. Any obstruction that impedes the circulation of fluids within the body is the focus of Osteopathic assessment and treatment. These impediments may take the form of structural or non-structural blockages. Structural or physical impediments include generalized twists, curves or pulls within the body as well as specific bones, organs or tissues that are misaligned. These faults may either affect the control of a system that regulates fluid circulation, or affect the circulation of fluids along with the life sustaining and regulatory products that they carry. Non-structural impediments may include emotional patterns that are responsible for maintaining the body in a certain adaptation of defence, such as a predisposition to holding one’s breath. These adaptations are quite often responses to stressful incidents of the past or present, or are of a repetitive nature, such as raising the shoulders in times of stress or cold temperatures. Over time, the body gradually loses its ability to efficiently self-regulate and to self-heal. Some of this loss may be due in part to the aging process, the prolonged influence of gravity on posture, trauma, accidents, illness, surgical scarring, childbirth, repetitive activity, or the cumulative effects of mental, emotional, physical and spiritual stress. In most cases the patient has had some combination of the above experiences. The result of these experiences may manifest themselves locally in the body, or more frequently the symptoms are experienced far from the site of the original site of occurrence. The Osteopathic Manual Practitioner is said to assess the whole body. Although treatment may be directed toward several specific areas, the effect of that treatment is often felt throughout the body. It is for this reason that the Osteopathic Manual Practitioner is also said to treat the whole body. By using a meticulous methodology, as provided through the Canadian School of Osteopathy Manual Practice's Traditional Osteopathic program, the Osteopath is able to determine the origin and effects of aging, trauma and other experiences, and then create and administer an appropriate treatment plan. This process begins by:
1) interviewing the patient
2) performing a complete osteopathic assessment
3) assessing the position, mobility and quality of certain tissues, fluids, and rhythms of the body
Once the nature of the patient's condition is determined, treatment is directed towards helping the body regain its individual and optimal ability to circulate fluids, unimpeded and in sufficient quantity. This restoration of circulation leads to the body's natural ability to regulate and heal itself.
06/16/2025
T E S T I M O N Y of Massimo Ruggiero, third-year student in the full-time osteopathy program at the Collège d’Études Ostéopathiques de Montréal (CEO)
From the spotlight to healing hands — discover the inspiring journey of Massimo Ruggiero. Once an actor in front of the camera, he now channels his passion into helping others through osteopathy. Find out what sparked this transformation.
✨ Graduate Spotlight! ✨
Our alumna, Annie Simard, has published S’éveiller à l’art du Souffle, an inspiring book that offers practical exercises to reconnect with your breath, build resilience to stress, and deepen self-awareness.
A beautiful bridge between osteopathy, mindfulness, and inner exploration.
📖 A must-read!
06/10/2025
We are thrilled to share groundbreaking news: New Brunswick has become the first Canadian province to officially recognize osteopathy as a profession! This landmark decision marks a pivotal moment for our field and reflects years of dedication from practitioners.
A special congratulations to Alexis Ruffié, DO and Johanne Lavergne, DO (current President of the New Brunswick Association of Osteopaths), our alumni, who played instrumental roles in spearheading this initiative. Your leadership has helped pave the way for the future of osteopathy in Canada!
🔗 Read the official announcement here : https://youtu.be/0A1rbaOZN7Y?si=8b8lobAuknjj_ABj
This recognition opens new doors for osteopathic professionals and reinforces the importance of our work in integrated healthcare. To all our students, alumni, and partners—thank you for being part of this journey. The future of osteopathy is brighter than ever!
04/16/2025
For the 24th time, .druelle, D.O., and Julie Saint Pierre, D.O., were invited by Masahiro Nishiyama to deliver a 4-day course on Vital Energy and Visceral Health, along with a one-day workshop on Energetic Impulse and Molding, to a group of about forty osteopaths.
Thank you for the warm welcome and outstanding organization in the beautiful land of cherry blossoms and Mount Fuji which we had the privilege of climbing!
The Osaka Fulcrum Osteopathy Association is a benchmark in the field, with top-level practitioners. This group follows the same curriculum and applies the clinical methodology of the Collège d’Études Ostéopathiques in Montreal and Quebec City.
Pour la 24ᵉ fois, Philippe Druelle, D.O., et Julie Saint Pierre, D.O., ont été invités par Masahiro Nishiyama à offrir à une quarantaine d’ostéopathes un cours de 4 jours sur l’Énergie vitale et la santé des viscères, ainsi qu’une journée sur l’impulsion énergétique et le Molding.
Merci pour une réception magnifique et une organisation excellente au pays des cerisiers en fleurs et du mont Fuji que nous avons eu la chance de gravir !
L’association Fulcrum Osteopathy d’Osaka est une référence avec de praticiens de haut niveau. Ce groupe suit le même programme et applique la méthodologie clinique du Collège d’Études Ostéopathiques de Montréal et de Québec.
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04/14/2025
43rd International Symposium on Traditional Osteopathy in Montreal
📅 June 5–8, 2025 • 📍 Montreal, Canada
Join us for four days of exchange, knowledge-sharing, and learning about traditional osteopathy.
Three exceptional workshops led by renowned experts:
🧠 Philippe Druelle, D.O. — The transmission of knowledge, palpations and secrets from generation to generation by the ancient osteopaths
💎 Marianne Herr-Paul, D.O. — Recovering the Lost Gems of Beryl E. Arbuckle, DO, FACOP
🌿 Geneviève Forget, D.O. — The Dynamics of the Vascular Tree, Microcirculation, and Pressure Mechanisms
An unmissable event for all osteopathy enthusiasts.
43ᵉ Symposium international en Ostéopathie traditionnelle de Montréal
📅 Du 5 au 8 juin 2025 • 📍 Montréal, Canada
Rejoignez-nous pour quatre jours d’échanges autour de l’ostéopathie traditionnelle.
Trois ateliers d’exception animés par des experts reconnus :
🧠 Philippe Druelle, D.O. — La transmission des connaissances et des palpations à travers les générations.
💎 Marianne Herr-Paul, D.O. — Recovering the Lost Gems of Beryl E. Arbuckle, DO, FACOP
🌿 Geneviève Forget, D.O. — La dynamique de l’arbre vasculaire, la microcirculation et le mécanisme des pressions
Un rendez-vous incontournable pour tous les passionnés d’ostéopathie.
Last day of class for our graduating students from our Montréal campus — a moment filled with pride, emotion… and a little bubbly! 🥂 Congratulations to all on this amazing journey!
Dernière journée pour nos étudiants finissants, campus de Montréal — un moment rempli d’émotions, de fierté… et de bulles ! 🥂 Félicitations à tous pour ce beau parcours ! ́opathie
04/07/2025
Advanced pediatric osteopathy training in Germany with Philippe Druelle, D.O. "The earlier children are treated, the better their conditions will improve throughout their growth." 🌱👶
Formation avancée en ostéopathie pédiatrique en Allemagne avec Philippe Druelle, D.O. "Plus les enfants sont traités tôt, mieux leurs conditions s'amélioreront tout au long de leur croissance." 🌱👶 ́opathie ́desenfants
03/04/2025
Philippe Druelle, D.O., was in San Francisco for an interesting seminar on somatovisceral, viscerosomatic interrelations, and vital energy. This gathering, full of exchanges, was a real success. Once again, our teaching approach was highly appreciated. Next step: another seminar in the US on the brain and concussions - stay tuned!
02/12/2025
🚨Ready to Take the First Step Towards a Rewarding Career in Osteopathy?
Join us for an exceptional in-person information session on March 20th at 6:30 PM! ⏰📅 A unique opportunity to meet our osteopath manual practitioners and get answers to all your questions.
✨On the agenda: exclusive demonstrations of osteopathic techniques, offering an exciting glimpse into our practical and innovative approach.
✍Sign up now by contacting us at 514 342-2816, ext. 229, or by email at [email protected].
👉Don't miss this enriching evening—get inspired by exciting new possibilities.
01/27/2025
Unlock Your Potential!
Registrations are now open for our Continuous Education courses!
Take the next step in your professional development and stay ahead of the curve with our expert-led courses.
Click the link below to register and discover more about our upcoming courses: https://osteocontinuingeducation.com/Registration/
01/14/2025
Celebrating the 5th-year osteopathy students at CEO Quebec, alongside our founder, to mark the end of an exceptional journey. A moment of conviviality to close this wonderful academic adventure! Meanwhile, a continuing education course on Dr. Still's biogenetic concept, was joined by a hundred Japanese osteopaths online. Thank you all for your participation. In Osaka, more osteopathy discussions are coming soon… Philippe Druelle will be there in April!
Célébration des étudiants de 5e année en ostéopathie au CEO Québec, aux côtés de notre fondateur, pour marquer la fin d’un parcours exceptionnel. Un moment de convivialité pour clore cette merveilleuse aventure académique ! Parallèlement, une formation continue sur le concept biogène de Dr. Still, à laquelle se sont joints une centaine d'ostéopathes japonais en ligne. Merci à tous pour votre participation. À Osaka, plus de discussions en ostéopathie à venir… Philippe Druelle sera là en avril !
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