Osteopathic Healing Arts Direct Primary Care

Osteopathic Healing Arts Direct Primary Care We are a monthly membership-based medical clinic providing holistic care for the entire family!

We have two practitioners who are available to help patients regain their health. Dr. Starkman is an Osteopathic Family Physician and Therese Adams is a Holistic Nurse Practitioner. Together, they practice Integrative and Holistic Medicine here in Libertyville, IL. Integrative Medicine is healing-oriented medicine that takes account of the whole person (body, mind, and spirit), including all aspects of lifestyle. Our providers can treat and improve many conditions naturally, nutritionally, energetically and otherwise non-invasively.

🌿 Not All Magnesium Is the Same 🌿Magnesium plays a role in over 300 processes in the body, supporting sleep, muscle rela...
03/07/2026

🌿 Not All Magnesium Is the Same 🌿

Magnesium plays a role in over 300 processes in the body, supporting sleep, muscle relaxation, nerve function, heart health, and energy production. But many people don’t realize that different forms of magnesium support the body in different ways.

Here are a few common types:

✨ Magnesium Glycinate
Often used to support sleep, relaxation, and nervous system balance.

đź’Ş Magnesium Citrate
Commonly used to support digestion and relieve occasional constipation.

🧠 Magnesium L-Threonate
Known for its ability to support brain health, focus, and cognitive function.

⚡ Magnesium Malate
Often used to support energy production and muscle recovery.

Because everyone’s body and health goals are different, the best form of magnesium can vary from person to person.

At Osteopathic Healing Arts Direct Primary Care, our team focuses on whole-person wellness, helping patients understand how nutrition, lifestyle, and evidence-based care work together to support long-term health.

🌿 Learn more about our approach to care at OHADPC.com

🌿 Tight Muscles After Winter 🌿After a long Midwest winter, many of us suddenly jump back into yard work, gardening, walk...
03/06/2026

🌿 Tight Muscles After Winter 🌿

After a long Midwest winter, many of us suddenly jump back into yard work, gardening, walking, and outdoor activities as soon as the weather warms up. But if your body has been moving less during the colder months, those activities can quickly lead to back pain, stiffness, and muscle strain.

During winter, reduced activity and time spent indoors can cause muscles to tighten and joints to become less mobile. When we suddenly increase our activity level, the lower back, hips, and shoulders often take the brunt of the strain.

At Osteopathic Healing Arts Direct Primary Care, we focus on whole-person care to help patients recover and prevent injury. Our team works with you to support movement and recovery through:

âś” Evaluating posture and movement patterns
âś” Supporting muscle and joint health
âś” Lifestyle and activity guidance
âś” Evidence-based medical care
âś” Gentle osteopathic techniques when appropriate

Our goal is to help you move comfortably and enjoy the return of spring without pain.

🌿 Learn more about our approach to whole-body wellness at OHADPC.com

🌷 Spring is almost here… which means sandal season is right around the corner.As the weather warms up, many of us start ...
03/03/2026

🌷 Spring is almost here… which means sandal season is right around the corner.

As the weather warms up, many of us start reaching for flip-flops and lightweight sandals. While they’re convenient and comfortable, not all spring footwear supports your feet-or the rest of your body, the way it should.

From an osteopathic perspective, your feet are the foundation of your entire musculoskeletal system. The shoes you wear can influence your posture, balance, and even pain in the knees, hips, and back. Choosing footwear with proper support, structure, and fit can make a big difference in your overall alignment and long-term wellness.

Before you swap out your winter shoes, it’s worth learning what to look for (and what to avoid) when it comes to healthy spring footwear.

đź‘Ł Read the full blog to learn what kind of footwear an osteopath recommends and how to protect your feet this season.

➡️ Finish reading here: https://ohadpc.com/what-kind-of-footwear-does-an-osteopath-recommend/

⏰ Spring Forward: Why the Time Change Can Feel So Hard on Your Body ⏰Even though we only “lose” one hour, the shift into...
02/27/2026

⏰ Spring Forward: Why the Time Change Can Feel So Hard on Your Body ⏰

Even though we only “lose” one hour, the shift into Daylight Saving Time can disrupt the body in surprising ways. Your circadian rhythm, melatonin production, cortisol balance, heart health, and nervous system regulation all rely on natural rhythms-and even small changes can throw that balance off.

Here in the Midwest, where winter already limits daylight, the sudden time change can lead to fatigue, brain fog, mood shifts, increased anxiety, headaches, and sleep disruption.

From an osteopathic perspective, this makes perfect sense. The body functions as an integrated system, and when one rhythm is disrupted, it can affect the whole person. Supporting the nervous system and restoring balance can help the body adjust more smoothly.

A few ways to support your body during the transition:
• Start shifting your bedtime 15–20 minutes earlier
• Get morning sunlight exposure
• Consider magnesium support in the evening
• Limit caffeine after noon
• Gentle cranial or osteopathic care can help regulate the nervous system

🌿 If you’re looking for personalized, whole-person support, visit us at ohadpc.com and let us be part of your wellness journey.

🌸 Spring Is Around the Corner… Is Your Allergy Plan Ready? 🌸With Spring just weeks away, we’re revisiting one of our mos...
02/27/2026

🌸 Spring Is Around the Corner… Is Your Allergy Plan Ready? 🌸

With Spring just weeks away, we’re revisiting one of our most helpful seasonal resources:

“Surviving Spring Allergies: Nature’s Remedies & Modern Treatments.”

Here in the Midwest, tree pollen from birch, oak, and maple will soon fill the air-followed by grass pollen as the season progresses. For many, that means sneezing, congestion, itchy eyes, and asthma flare-ups.

In this blog, we cover:
🌿 Natural supports like nettle leaf, butterbur, quercetin, probiotics, local honey, steam inhalation, and saline rinses
đź’Š Evidence-based treatments including antihistamines, nasal corticosteroids, decongestants, and immunotherapy
🏡 Lifestyle strategies to reduce indoor allergen exposure

At Osteopathic Healing Arts Direct Primary Care we believe in blending nature’s wisdom with modern medicine to support your whole body through every season.

✨ Get ahead of allergy season and finish reading here: https://ohadpc.com/surviving-spring-allergies-with-natures-remedies-and-modern-treatments/

đź’Ş Fuel Your Body the Osteopathic Way! đź’ŞAt Osteopathic Healing Arts Direct Primary Care, we take a holistic approach to n...
02/23/2026

đź’Ş Fuel Your Body the Osteopathic Way! đź’Ş

At Osteopathic Healing Arts Direct Primary Care, we take a holistic approach to nutrition. Did you know that a high-protein diet can support muscle repair, bone strength, and overall vitality, but only when done safely?

Here’s how an osteopath might structure it:

✅ Balanced protein intake: ~0.8–1.2g per kg of body weight for adults (higher for athletes or those recovering from injury).
âś… Diverse protein sources: Include lean meats, fish, eggs, dairy, legumes, nuts, and seeds to get complete nutrition without overloading the kidneys.
âś… Support bone health: Pair protein with calcium, vitamin D, and magnesium-rich foods.
âś… Kidney-conscious planning: Spread protein intake throughout the day to reduce strain.

Osteopathic care isn’t just about treating symptoms, it’s about guiding your body to heal naturally through lifestyle, nutrition, and personalized wellness plans.

🌿 Learn how we can support your muscles, bones, and overall health at OHADPC.com 🌿

🌿 Cranial Osteopathy vs. Craniosacral Therapy: What’s the Difference? 🌿We’re often asked if they’re the same-and while b...
02/21/2026

🌿 Cranial Osteopathy vs. Craniosacral Therapy: What’s the Difference? 🌿

We’re often asked if they’re the same-and while both use gentle touch and focus on the head, spine, and sacrum, their training and application are very different.

✨ Cranial Osteopathy was developed by Dr. William Garner Sutherland and expanded by Dr. Robert Fulford. It is performed by fully licensed osteopathic physicians (DOs) with extensive medical training. This approach integrates cranial techniques into a full-body medical evaluation-addressing root causes of migraines, chronic pain, neurological concerns, and more.

✨ Craniosacral Therapy (CST), developed by Dr. John Upledger, is a relaxation-based therapy practiced by providers from various backgrounds. It focuses on the craniosacral system to support stress relief and overall wellness.

Both approaches use gentle, hands-on techniques- but Cranial Osteopathy offers a deeper medical framework for diagnosis and treatment.

At Osteopathic Healing Arts Direct Primary Care, we provide safe, holistic, and evidence-based care tailored to your needs.

✨Visit here to read our full blog: https://ohadpc.com/cranial-osteopathy-vs-craniosacral-therapy/

Your body often whispers before it shouts.Glutathione, also referred to as the “master antioxidant”, plays a vital role ...
02/16/2026

Your body often whispers before it shouts.

Glutathione, also referred to as the “master antioxidant”, plays a vital role in your body’s overall health. Low levels can show up as fatigue, frequent illness, brain fog, poor detox tolerance, inflammation, or slow recovery. These signs are your body’s way of asking for deeper support at the cellular level.

At Osteopathic Healing Arts Direct Primary Care, we look beyond symptoms to understand why your body may be struggling. Through personalized, whole-person care, we can help you explore factors that influence glutathione levels such as stress, sleep, toxin load, nutrition, liver function, and overall balance within the body.

Your care may include:
• Thoughtful evaluation of your health patterns and risk factors
• Guidance on nutrition and lifestyle that support natural antioxidant production
• Support for detoxification and liver health
• Personalized recommendations based on your body and goals

Healing begins with understanding what your body needs, and supporting it gently and consistently.

✨ Your body was designed to restore, protect, and heal.

👉 Let Osteopathic Healing Arts Direct Primary Care support you in understanding and optimizing your health at OHADPC.COM

đź’™NEW BLOGđź’›Every child deserves care that sees their unique strengths, needs, and potential. At Osteopathic Healing Arts ...
02/16/2026

đź’™NEW BLOGđź’›

Every child deserves care that sees their unique strengths, needs, and potential.

At Osteopathic Healing Arts Direct Primary Care, we approach children with Down syndrome as individuals, focusing on supporting comfort, function, and development in ways that work with the body, not against it.

Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) does not change genetics. Instead, it gently supports how the body moves and functions, especially in areas commonly affected such as breathing, feeding, motor coordination, and recurrent ear or sinus concerns.

Through gentle, hands-on care, osteopathic treatment may help:

• Support healthy drainage of the ears and sinuses
• Encourage easier breathing and improved comfort
• Promote balance, coordination, and motor development
• Improve structural mobility of the head and body
• Complement your child’s existing medical and therapy team

Care is always individualized, extremely gentle, and designed to support your child’s natural development and wellbeing. Osteopathic care works best as part of a collaborative, whole-child approach alongside your pediatric and specialty care team.

If you’re curious whether osteopathic care may support your child, we’re here to listen, guide, and answer your questions.

✨ Gentle care. Whole-child support. Thoughtful collaboration.

👉 Finish reading the full blog here: https://ohadpc.com/omt-for-children-with-down-syndrome/

Your nervous system doesn’t heal overnight, it heals quietly, gently, and often in ways you might not immediately notice...
02/13/2026

Your nervous system doesn’t heal overnight, it heals quietly, gently, and often in ways you might not immediately notice.

Healing isn’t just about feeling “better.” It’s about feeling safer, steadier, and more present in your body.

As regulation returns, you may begin to notice subtle shifts:
• You pause before reacting instead of spiraling
• Emotions move through you without overwhelming you
• Your body softens and breath deepens, shoulders release
• Rest feels safe instead of uncomfortable or guilt-filled
• You no longer feel the need to be “on” all the time
• Boundaries become clearer and easier to hold
• You feel more grounded, present, and able to handle life

These quiet changes are powerful signs that your body is learning safety again.

At Osteopathic Healing Arts Direct Primary Care, we support nervous system healing through whole-person care, helping your body move out of stress patterns and back toward balance, resilience, and regulation.

✨ Healing happens when the body feels safe. ✨

👉 Support your nervous system and whole-body wellness at OHADPC.com

✨Understanding Your Vagal State✨Your nervous system constantly shifts between protection and connection. When the vagus ...
02/12/2026

✨Understanding Your Vagal State✨

Your nervous system constantly shifts between protection and connection. When the vagus nerve is supported and functioning well, the body feels safe, grounded, and able to heal. When it is overwhelmed, the body may move into withdrawal, fatigue, disconnection, or shutdown.

At Osteopathic Healing Arts Direct Primary Care, we focus on helping your body move toward a healthier, regulated vagal state, where healing, resilience, and balance become possible.

A supported vagus nerve helps you:
• Feel safe and grounded in your body
• Improve energy, vitality, and regulation
• Support emotional balance and connection
• Enhance digestion, immune function, and recovery
• Move from survival mode into healing mode

Through gentle, whole-person osteopathic care, we help your nervous system shift out of stress and into restoration, because when your body feels safe, it can heal.

✨ Regulation is the foundation of long-term wellness.

👉 Visit Osteopathic Healing Arts Direct Primary Care to support your wellness journey at OHADPC.com

In a fast-paced healthcare world, time can feel rushed, but true healing was never meant to be hurried.At Osteopathic He...
02/10/2026

In a fast-paced healthcare world, time can feel rushed, but true healing was never meant to be hurried.

At Osteopathic Healing Arts Direct Primary Care, we believe meaningful time with your healthcare professional is one of the most powerful tools in medicine. When you feel heard, understood, and supported, care becomes deeper, more personal, and more effective.

Why time matters:
• It allows for deeper listening and understanding
• It builds trust and stronger relationships
• It supports root-cause healing, not just symptom relief
• It creates space for personalized, whole-person care

Your health is not a quick appointment, it’s a journey. And you deserve the time, attention, and partnership that journey requires.

✨ Healthcare centered on connection, compassion, and true healing.

👉 Learn more at OHADPC.com

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333 E. Illinois Rt. 83, Suite 106
Mundelein, IL
60060

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 3:30pm

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