Andrew Taylor Still

Andrew Taylor Still was an American physician and the founder of osteopathic medicine. He is often referred to as the "father of osteopathy."

Osteopathy is a branch of medicine that focuses on the musculoskeletal system and its interrelationship with the other body systems. It involves manual therapy techniques and other treatments to promote the body's self-healing mechanisms.

Andrew Taylor Still was born on August 6, 1828.

Andrew Taylor Still developed osteopathy as a result of his disillusionment with the ineffectiveness of 19th-century medical practices. After the death of three of his children, he began to question conventional medicine and embarked on a lifelong quest to seek a better understanding of the human body and methods of treatment.

Andrew Taylor Still's notable contributions include the development of the osteopathic philosophy and the concept of treating the body as a whole rather than focusing solely on symptoms. He also introduced the use of hands-on manipulation techniques to restore balance and promote self-healing. Additionally, he established the first osteopathic medical school in the United States.