Free Masterclass: Introduction to Osteopathy
Why Physician-Guided Touch Restores Health & Optimizes Performance
Osteopathy is America’s own hands-on medicine—a system founded by a medical doctor to focus on prevention, motion, and the whole person.
You’ve tried everything. The pills. The physical therapy. The injections. And nothing has lasted–not for long enough.
You’ve been told “it’s just stress” or “learn to live with it.”
But your body isn’t broken. It’s stuck.
And when motion stops, so does healing.
Ready to learn more? Sign up for the free Masterclass Introduction to Osteopathy on December 11th (7pm ET / 6pm CT) today.
What If Your Doctor Could Actually Feel What’s Wrong?
Most doctors look at labs, imaging, and symptoms.
Osteopathic physicians use their hands as diagnostic tools.
We’re trained to feel what conventional medicine can’t see:
- Restricted fascia that’s choking off blood flow
- Lymph that’s not draining
- A nervous system stuck in fight-or-flight
- Tissue that’s hot, swollen, ropy, or fibrotic
This is called somatic dysfunction—and it’s why you’re still in pain.
Introduction to Osteopathy: Why Physician-Guided Touch Restores Health and Optimizes Performance
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📍 Live on Zoom with Q&A
🎥 Replay emailed to all registrants
💰 Free educational event
Reserve Your Seat Here →
What You’ll Learn in This Live Training
1. A physician-level explanation of osteopathy
Understand, in plain language, how osteopathic medicine works with fascia, nerves, and circulation—and why it’s different from chiropractic, PT, and generic “bodywork.”
You’ll learn:
- ✅ The difference between DOs, chiropractors, and physical therapists
- ✅ Why physician-level diagnosis matters
- ✅ How osteopathic training integrates medicine and manual therapy
- ✅ Why credentials, lineage, and experience matter
Board-certified physician. Trusted touch. Medicine. Whole-person care.
2. Real case stories from Still Waters Osteopathy
Hear how patients with chronic pain, fatigue, Long COVID, and performance issues have changed their lives through physician-guided touch.
Osteopathy isn’t just for back pain.
Learn simple ways to start supporting your body’s built-in healing systems—so you’re not just collecting information, you’re leaving with next steps.
It helps:
- Chronic pain sufferers – back pain, neck pain, joint pain, headaches, migraines
- Chronic fatigue & autoimmune conditions – ME/CFS, fibromyalgia, Long COVID, Ehlers-Danlos
- Nervous system dysregulation – anxiety, PTSD, insomnia, fight-or-flight stuck “on”
- Digestive issues – IBS, constipation, reflux, bloating
- Newborns & children – feeding difficulties, colic, torticollis, plagiocephaly, developmental delays
You’ll hear real patient stories:
- The dancer who couldn’t jump—until 3 treatments freed her pelvis, diaphragm, and cranial base
- The baby who wouldn’t nurse—until one treatment released cranial compression from a vacuum delivery
- The CEO with chronic fatigue—who’s now running marathons after osteopathic lymphatic drainage
Your body isn’t broken. It’s stuck. And when motion returns, so does healing.
3. Practical tools you can use right away
You’ll learn:
- What somatic dysfunction is (and why it’s causing your pain)
- How fascia connects everything in your body
- Why you don’t have 600 muscles—you have one continuous muscle with 600 compartments
- What “barriers to motion” are and how OMT restores freedom
- ✅ Pregnant & postpartum moms – pelvic pain, back pain, breastfeeding challenges
- ✅ Athletes & performers – dancers, musicians, runners, golfers, pickleball players
- ✅ Trauma survivors – physical or emotional trauma stored in the body
4. How Osteopathy Works (The Science Behind the Touch)
When Dr. Ryan performs osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT), here’s what happens in your body:
- Mechanically: OMT frees restricted joints—vertebrae, ribs, long bones, cranial bones—restoring range of motion.
- Neuromuscularly: OMT generates sensory input that relaxes muscle fibers and stops guarding.
- Vascularly: OMT increases nitric oxide, promoting vasodilation and increasing blood flow to tissues.
- Neurochemically: OMT increases anandamide (your body’s natural “bliss molecule”), stimulating cannabinoid receptors for pain relief and mood improvement.
- Fascially: OMT increases water content in collagen and cartilage, making tissues more pliable and resilient.
- Lymphatically: OMT improves lymphatic drainage—critical for chronic fatigue, Long COVID, and ME/CFS recovery.
This isn’t woo-woo. It’s physiology.
You’ll also learn about:
- ✅ The four tenets of osteopathic medicine (the body is a unit; structure and function are interrelated; the body has intrinsic healing properties; treatment is based on these principles)
- ✅ The Perrin Technique—specialized OMT for ME/CFS, fibromyalgia, and Long COVID (Dr. Ryan is Michigan’s only licensed practitioner)
- ✅ Safety and contraindications—who OMT is safe for (almost everyone)
Board-Certified Family Medicine & Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine
Chief Wellness Officer, Still Waters Osteopathy in Lake Orion, Michigan
Dr. Christensen was personally mentored by Dr. Viola Frymann, the legendary pioneer of pediatric cranial osteopathy, in 2009.
He stands in the direct lineage of: Dr. Andrew Taylor Still → Dr. William Sutherland → Dr. Viola Frymann → Dr. Ryan Christensen
The authentic, unbroken chain of osteopathic medicine.
He specializes in:
- Pediatric osteopathy (newborns to adolescents—feeding difficulties, colic, torticollis, developmental support)
- The Perrin Technique (Michigan's only licensed practitioner—specialized osteopathic treatment for ME/CFS, fibromyalgia, and Long COVID)
- Performing arts medicine (dancers, musicians, athletes—injury prevention, performance optimization)
- Chronic pain and complex conditions (fibromyalgia, Ehlers-Danlos, POTS, trauma-informed care)
- Health optimization & longevity medicine (executive wellness, nervous system regulation, peak performance)
His mission: Make whole-person, hands-on healing the standard of care. As a board-certified physician, I'm trained to look for the danger—so you are safe here to be heard and seen. Looking forward to learning with you!
BONUS: Preview of 2026 Advanced Trainings
Dr. Ryan will also share a preview of upcoming advanced trainings for physicians and manual therapists:
- 🎓 Perrin Technique Certification Course – Coming to Michigan in March 2026 (first time in the Midwest!)
- 🎓 Trauma-Informed Touch – New courses launching 2026
- 🎓 Clinical Tools for Manual Therapists – Advanced training for practitioners
If you’re a healthcare provider curious about osteopathy, this is your chance to learn from a board-certified physician with direct lineage to the founders.
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🕖 7:00 PM ET
Session includes:
- ✅ Live training with Dr. Ryan Christensen
- ✅ Interactive Q&A—bring your questions
- ✅ Replay emailed to all registrants (you’ll get it either way)
- ✅ Preview of 2026 advanced training opportunities
📍 Live on Zoom
💰 Free educational event
👋 Space is limited—register now
Your Body Knows How to Heal. Let’s Help It Remember.
You are not broken.
You’re built to heal.
Your nervous system isn’t the enemy—it’s trying to protect you.
Osteopathic medicine helps it feel safe again.
Every visit teaches your body something.
You don’t just get treated—you learn how to stay well.
Wellness isn’t luck. It’s physiology, motion, breath, and balance.
Motion is medicine. Touch tells the body it’s safe to heal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this really free?
A: Yes! This is a free educational masterclass. No credit card required.
Q: Will there be a replay?
A: Yes! The Zoom session will be recorded and emailed to all registrants—whether you attend live or not.
Q: I’ve never heard of osteopathy. Is this for me?
A: Absolutely! This masterclass is designed for people who are new to osteopathy and want to understand how it works.
Q: I don’t live in Michigan. Can I still attend?
A: Yes! This masterclass is open to everyone. Dr. Christensen also offers virtual consultations for out-of-state patients.
Q: I’m a healthcare provider. Will this be relevant for me?
A: Yes! Dr. Ryan will share information about upcoming advanced training courses for physicians and manual therapists, including the Perrin Technique Certification in March 2026.
Q: How long is the masterclass?
A: Approximately 60–75 minutes, including live Q&A.
What’s Next?
- Register for the FREE masterclass → Click here
- Book a discovery call → calm@stillwatersosteopathy.com or (248) 690-7070
- Follow us on Instagram → @stillwatersosteopathy
- Read our blog archive → www.stillwatersosteopathy.com/blog
Still Waters Osteopathy
Lake Orion, Michigan | Serving Metro Detroit & Beyond
📧 calm@stillwatersosteopathy.com
📞 (248) 690-7070
🌐 www.stillwatersosteopathy.com
Educational event only—not individual medical advice.
Board-Certified Physician. Trusted Touch. Medicine. Whole-Person Care.
Making whole-person, hands-on healing the standard of care.
#HealAtStillWaters 🌿