June 2025 Still PointAuthor: Katherine Axness, OMS II Chapter: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine at Midwestern University Title: Find the Tissue Texture Change Description: This anatomical illustration, composed of abstract lines and squiggles, invites viewers to engage with the foundational osteopathic principle of palpatory diagnosis. While the image may initially appear chaotic, it subtly reveals the muscular contours, innervation pathways, and vertebral structure of the back. Inspired by hours spent in OMM lab learning to "see" with my hands, this piece is both a reflection on the tactile artistry of osteopathic medicine and a visual metaphor for the challenge of identifying somatic dysfunction. "Find the Tissue Texture Change" encourages viewers to look beyond the surface—just as we do with our patients—and trust their trained perception to uncover meaning in complexity.
Mind, Body, Spirit
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