Dorn Method
The Dorn Method is a gentle and effective manual therapy approach that corrects spinal and joint misalignments in a natural way through dynamic movements, developed in Germany in the 1970s.
The Dorn Method is a gentle manual therapy method developed by Dieter Dorn in Germany in the 1970s. This method corrects spinal and joint misalignments through natural dynamic movements. Unlike manipulation techniques, it does not involve sudden forced movements; the patient participates in the treatment with their own movements.
Principles of Dorn Method
The Dorn Method is based on the understanding that joint and vertebral misalignments cause many problems in the body. These misalignments are corrected by gentle pressure applied while the patient performs active movements. The technique is safe because it does not force joints beyond their natural range of motion.
Application Technique
In the Dorn Method, while the patient performs active movements (arm or leg swings), the therapist applies light pressure to displaced vertebrae or joints. This active participation relaxes muscles and allows for easier correction. Treatment is holistic and typically starts from the legs upward.
- •Leg length assessment and correction
- •Hip joint alignment
- •Sacroiliac joint correction
- •Spinal vertebra adjustments
- •Cervical vertebra corrections
- •Shoulder and arm joint corrections
Breuss Massage
The Dorn Method is often combined with Breuss Massage. Breuss Massage is a gentle massage applied along the spine using St. John's Wort oil. This massage relaxes intervertebral discs, nourishes the spine, and prepares the body for Dorn corrections.
When is Dorn Method Applied?
- Low back pain
- Neck pain
- Scoliosis
- Leg length discrepancy
- Hip pain
- Headaches
- Shoulder problems
- Postural disorders
- Sciatica
- Disk problems
Treatment Process
Assessment
Leg length difference and spinal alignment are checked.
Breuss Massage
Relaxing massage is applied along the spine.
Dorn Corrections
Misalignments are corrected with the patient's active participation.
Self-help Exercises
The patient is taught exercises to maintain corrections.
Benefits
- Gentle and safe
- Patient participation
- Non-forced movements
- Holistic approach
- Self-help exercises
- Natural correction
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Dorn Method painful?
How many Dorn Method sessions are needed?
What is the difference between Dorn Method and chiropractic?
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