In the coming weeks, we’ll introduce the speakers of the Osteopathy International Conference, September 18-19, 2026 | Deep within – Innovations and Insights in Visceral Osteopathy.
Discover the people, expertise and ideas behind this international event.
What if one of the world’s leading anatomy experts could completely change the way you understand pain, fascia and visceral relationships?
At PRO-OSTEO we are honored to welcome Frank H. Willard — internationally respected professor of anatomy, neuroanatomy researcher and one of the pioneers connecting fascia research with clinical osteopathic practice.
For decades, Dr. Willard has influenced the global manual therapy and osteopathic field through groundbreaking research on:
His publications on the thoracolumbar fascia and sacroiliac biomechanics are among the most cited within fascia and manual medicine research.
As Professor of Anatomy at the University of New England and long-time educator within international osteopathic education, Frank Willard is known for his rare ability to bridge: science, anatomy, clinical reasoning and hands-on relevance.
During the conference Dr. Willard will present two lectures:
Day 1 — Viscerosomatic Integration
An in-depth exploration of the complex interactions between visceral function, the nervous system and musculoskeletal adaptations. Discover how visceral dysfunction may influence somatic pain patterns and clinical presentation through neurophysiological and fascial pathways.
Day 2 — Interoception & Osteopathy
A fascinating session on the emerging science of interoception — the body’s internal sensory system — and its relevance within osteopathic care, regulation, chronic pain and patient perception.
More info and registration, click on the link below!
