Frequently Asked Questions

Osteopathic Manual Medicine is hands-on care provided by a physician to improve how you move, feel, and function.

An osteopathic physician (DO) is a fully licensed physician with additional training in hands-on diagnosis and treatment.

This is gentle, hands-on care, and it’s different from most medical visits. It’s a good fit if you’re curious about the process and comfortable with some uncertainty.

Each visit is exploratory. I use my hands to feel where things are tight and where they move easily, and I ask what you notice as we go. Part of the work is learning to notice what’s happening in yourself, like where you hold tension or what helps you settle. That awareness is a big part of what makes treatment work, and it builds over time.

I can’t tell you ahead of time how many visits you’ll need, and changes are often subtle at first. This isn’t something I do to you. We work on it together. Not sure it’s for you? Start with a free 15 minute call.

During treatment I often work quietly, because it helps both of us notice what’s changing. I check in as we go, and you can ask a question or pause at any time. At the end, I ask what you noticed. The focus is on your experience, not on what I find.

My care centers on nervous system regulation, which supports people with a wide range of conditions. People often come to me for hypermobility and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, dysautonomia, chronic pain, headaches and migraines, neck and back pain, and recovery after injury. Not sure it’s a fit? Book a free 15 minute call.

Treatment is hands-on. Most of the visit is spent with you lying on the table. Positioning and pace depend on your comfort, and consent is essential. I approach each treatment with curiosity.

Treatment is guided by touch and adjusted in real time. It may be done where symptoms are present or in other areas that are contributing.

My work is subtle on purpose. Gentle, precise touch helps your body recognize and release areas of restriction, often with very little movement. What matters is how you move and feel afterward.

Yes. You can pause or change anything at any time.

Changes may be subtle or more noticeable. You may feel easier movement, less tension, or a general sense of things shifting. Sometimes people feel a difference right away. Ultimately, you will know whether it is working for you.

It depends on what brings you in. After your first visit, we’ll talk about a plan that makes sense for you.

Most people feel good after treatment. Some people feel tired. If you’re able to have a quieter day afterward, that can be helpful.

No. I don’t make EDS diagnoses. For an evaluation, a geneticist or an EDS-informed physician is the place to start. You don’t need a diagnosis to see me, and you’re welcome to come in while you’re working on one.

No. Genetic testing is done through a geneticist or genetic counselor.

No. I don’t prescribe or manage medications. That stays with your allergist, immunologist or primary care physician. My care is hands-on and works alongside theirs.

No. I don’t order imaging or lab tests. Your primary care physician or specialist can order those, and you’re welcome to bring results to your visit.

No. My practice focuses on hands-on Osteopathic Manual Medicine, so please keep a primary care physician for checkups, prescriptions and referrals. I’m glad to work alongside them.

Visits are scheduled for 50 minutes. They may be slightly shorter or longer depending on how the treatment is going.

Treatments are $310. See Fees & Payment for details.

I don’t bill insurance directly. I provide a superbill you can submit to your insurance for possible out-of-network reimbursement.

No. I’ve opted out of Medicare, so Medicare won’t pay for visits, and my superbills can’t be submitted to Medicare.

Yes. You can use an HSA or FSA card when you book online or at your visit. Visits are generally an eligible expense, but it’s worth checking with your plan. If a card is declined, the number on the back of the card is the quickest way to find out why. I can also provide a superbill if your plan asks for one.

Yes. You can book a free 15 minute phone call to ask questions and see if this feels like a good fit. It isn’t a medical visit.

Established patients can book a 15 minute phone consultation for $75 to talk through questions or changes between visits, including while traveling.

I see patients by appointment, and my schedule changes week to week. You can see current openings and book online.

Please give at least 24 hours’ notice if you need to cancel or reschedule. I understand things come up, so your first late cancellation or missed visit is waived. After that, late cancellations and missed visits are charged the full visit fee.

Book online any time. New patients should choose New Patient Osteopathic Manual Medicine. After you book, you’ll get an email with forms to complete before your visit.

No. This care doesn’t replace primary care, so you should have a primary care physician managing your overall health.

Wear comfortable clothing that allows you to move easily. Avoid restrictive clothing. Remove belts and watches before treatment.

No, I see adults only.

235 E Ponce de Leon Ave, Suite 365, Decatur, GA 30030. Parking is behind the building. See Patient Information for directions.