If a patient who consented to OMM becomes tense or visibly uncomfortable, you should

If a patient who consented to OMM becomes tense or visibly uncomfortable, you should

• A. Continue with the procedure
• B. STOP
• C. Increase pressure
• D. Ignore

Answer: (B)

In osteopathic manipulative treatment, patient feedback guides care. If the patient becomes tense or visibly uncomfortable, stop immediately to reassess. Pausing lets you check what’s causing the reaction, discuss options, and ensure the patient consents to proceeding. You can adjust your technique, reduce or modify pressure, change the position, or switch to a gentler approach. Proceed only when the patient is relaxed and has given clear consent to continue. Pushing through discomfort can cause harm, increases the risk of tissue strain, and damages trust and safety in the therapeutic relationship.

In osteopathic manipulative treatment, patient feedback guides care. If the patient becomes tense or visibly uncomfortable, stop immediately to reassess. Pausing lets you check what’s causing the reaction, discuss options, and ensure the patient consents to proceeding. You can adjust your technique, reduce or modify pressure, change the position, or switch to a gentler approach. Proceed only when the patient is relaxed and has given clear consent to continue. Pushing through discomfort can cause harm, increases the risk of tissue strain, and damages trust and safety in the therapeutic relationship.