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Dr. Benjamin Paul, DO is a family medicine practitioner in Humboldt, IA specializing in family medicine. He graduated from A.T. Still University, Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Benjamin Paul, DO is affiliated with UnityPoint Health, Humboldt County Memorial Hospital, Trinity Regional Medical Center and Pocahontas Community Hospital.
Pocahontas Community Hospital
Osteopathic Manipulation
Osteopathy is one of two distinct schools of medicine in the USA. Founded by Andrew Taylor Still in the late 19th century, osteopathy focuses on the prevention of illness and the ability of the body to heal itself. Both medical doctors (M.D.s) and doctors of osteopathy (D.O.s) attend medical school and several years of residency. One technique commonly used in osteopathy is osteopathic manipulation.
Osteopathic manipulation is similar but distinct from chiropractic care. It involves physical contact and pressure to treat disease and improve health. Treatments may include stretching, spinal traction, 'cracking' joints, or applying pressure to painful or stiff areas. It works particularly well for problems affecting the muscles and joints, such as back or neck pain, some kinds of headaches, and sports injuries.
In the case of more serious illnesses, some patients combine conventional treatments with osteopathic manipulation. Manipulation can increase blood flow, relax muscles, and increase movement, as well as make patients feel better. In this way, osteopathic manipulation can be effective for a wide variety of ailments.
Dr. Benjamin Paul, DO graduated from A.T. Still University, Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed residency at University of Minnesota Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the Family Medicine American Board of Family Medicine and has a state license in Iowa.
Medical School: A.T. Still University, Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine
Residency: University of Minnesota Affiliated Hospitals
Board Certification: Family Medicine American Board of Family Medicine
Licensed In: Iowa
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Dr. Benjamin Paul is a physician who specializes in family medicine. In his practice, Dr. Paul focuses on natural family planning, osteopathic manipulation, and women's health issues. Dr. Paul is professionally affiliated with UnityPoint Health. His education and training includes medical school at A.T. Still University, Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine and residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Minnesota. Dr. Paul has an open panel in Humboldt, IA according to UnityPoint Health.
