What is it? The BioBasics courses emerged from the Biodynamics curriculum of Dr. James Jealous D.O. within osteopathy in the cranial field. These have been held regularly in the U.S.A. since 1991, and also in Australia for several years. The intention is to offer an affordable, supported community space in which osteopaths can explore the traditional osteopathic principles of:

• Acknowledging the whole: The existing capacity of the body to recognise and support dysfunction at all levels.
• Acknowledging that the existing shape, tone and motion patterns in the patient is the best demonstration of the treatment plan being expressed by the patient in the moment.
• Exploring functional approaches designed to support the organising principles inherent within the body.

Is it for me? There is no previous skill or training level required to attend this event, which is open to final year undergraduates and graduate osteopaths from all backgrounds who would like to explore the Heart of Osteopathy in a closely supported and guided space with experienced supporting tutors on a one-to-one basis.

What is the theme? The BioBasics weekend will be an annual event anchored around speakers exploring a different topic each year, with plenty of time for exploring the themes hands-on and discussing with your tutor. The 2011 theme was Fluids, Fluctuations and Circulations. Topics explored included:

• What is fluid? The evolution of the concepts of fluids in osteopathy;
• The clinical relevance of fluids in osteopathic practice.
• The relationship between tissue and fluid;
• Fluids in the self-regulating, self-healing system of the body;
• Motion and stillness in fluid;
• Lateral and longitudinal fluid fluctuations;

Where will it be held? The 2012 event will take place at a venue to be confirmed, in London.

Bookings:  Register your interest here, or

Download the application form here.

Call 01227 454 848 (Mon-Sat 9-5) for booking information. Numbers will be limited and offered on a first come basis. The cost for the 2011 event was £170 per participant, cost for the 2012 event will be confirmed in due course.