OsEAN Open Forum 9th Edition - Join the Osteopathic Model Discussion

The field of osteopathy is at a crossroads. As traditional models and new scientific approaches converge, there’s never been a more crucial time to engage in the debate about the future of our profession. This year’s OsEAN Open Forum 2024, happening on 7^th & 8^th November in Saronno, brings together the brightest minds to tackle this essential conversation.

Learn more about the conversation through these posters presentations!

Why This Debate Matters to You

For practitioners, educators, and students, this debate is an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of both sides. Whether you lean towards traditional osteopathic theories or advocate for newer, evidence-based models, hearing from all perspectives is essential to enhancing your practice and knowledge. The discussions won’t just explore what’s been done but will hopefully help influence the future direction of osteopathy, allowing you to be part of the conversation that will guide the profession forward.

The integration of manual treatment with the bio-psycho-social model is a key topic, and this Open Forum offers a chance to critically assess its place within osteopathy. Understanding and addressing the psychosocial factors alongside physical diagnosis is essential for every modern practitioner. The impact of this debate will reach your clinical practice and your patient outcomes.

Let’s Continue the Debate

150 years after the birth of osteopathy, now is the time to rethink the theoretical models that have shaped the profession. At the 9^th OsEAN Open Forum, 17 distinguished speakers will lead discussions that explore the tension between traditional osteopathic models and modern evidence-based practices.

Join us as we discuss the role of manual therapy in today’s evolving healthcare landscape. This year’s Forum addresses questions that practitioners like you are asking: Can a single model encompass the full scope of osteopathic practice, or do we need a flexible, multi-model approach to meet diverse patient needs?

We want your voice in this conversation. Let’s get together and move osteopathy forward—together.

For more information about the event and program, visit our event page.