Andrew Taylor Still

À propos de l'auteur

Andrew Taylor Still was an American physician and the founder of osteopathy, a branch of medicine that emphasizes the role of the musculoskeletal system in health and disease. Born in Virginia in 1828, Still experienced personal tragedies that shaped his medical philosophy, notably the deaths of his children and his dissatisfaction with conventional medical practices of his time. He sought alternative approaches that would treat the whole person rather than just symptoms, leading him to develop the principles of osteopathy in the late 19th century.

In 1892, Still established the first official school of osteopathy in Kirksville, Missouri, paving the way for the profession's growth and legitimacy. His work emphasized the interconnectedness of bodily systems and the body's inherent ability to heal itself. Still’s innovative ideas attracted a following, and he influenced a generation of practitioners who embraced his holistic perspective. Today, osteopathy is recognized and practiced widely, reflecting Still's enduring impact on medicine.