Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT)
Gentle, hands-on techniques that release restriction in muscles, joints, and connective tissue.
Resilience Osteopathy
Dr. Kyle McDonald, DO
Whole-body osteopathic care to help you move, heal, and stay resilient.
Whole-person care
More than a quick fix
Resilience Osteopathy is an osteopathic medicine practice in Rockford, Michigan, led by Dr. Kyle McDonald, DO. We treat the whole body, not just the area that hurts, so you can heal, stay active, and stay resilient.
A physician’s training
A fully licensed physician (DO) who evaluates the whole picture, not just one symptom.
Hands-on, not rushed
Skilled manual treatment, with the time to understand what your body needs.
Treating the cause
Care aimed at what is driving the pain, so relief lasts beyond the visit.
Meet your physician
Dr. Kyle McDonald, DO
A Cadillac native and lifelong athlete, Dr. McDonald trained at Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed residency in neuromusculoskeletal medicine and OMM. His sports background makes him a natural fit for athletes of all ages.
How we help
Care for everyday pain and movement
Back & Neck Pain
Evaluation and treatment for everyday back and neck pain, stiffness, and strain.
Headaches & Tension
Care for the muscular and neck-related drivers of tension headaches.
Joint & Muscle Strain
Manual treatment for sprains, strains, and overuse to restore comfortable motion.
Sports & Overuse Injuries
Care for athletes of all ages, from acute strains to nagging overuse injuries.
Whole-Person Approach
Treatment that considers how the whole body works together, not just the spot that hurts.
Common reasons people come in
Conditions it can help with
- Low back and neck pain
- Tension and cervicogenic headaches
- Muscle strains and joint stiffness
- Postural and repetitive-strain discomfort
- Sciatica-type and nerve-related pain
- Sports and overuse complaints
What to expect
What a visit looks like
- 01
Reach out
Call or request an appointment and we will get you scheduled.
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Hands-on evaluation
Dr. McDonald examines how your body moves, using motion testing and soft-tissue assessment.
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Personalized treatment
Treatment tailored to you, from gentle techniques to firmer releases, plus guidance for between visits.
“We will modify our techniques to suit you and will never treat you without consent. If you have had difficult experiences with manual treatment before, you are in good hands.”
Dr. Kyle McDonald, DO
What patients say
In their words
“Dr. McDonald has been treating me for about three years. He is very competent and effective and it keeps me active and comfortable. Highly recommend.”
“Everything was explained clearly to me. The doctor was so knowledgeable, which made me feel confident that the referral I received to see him was finally something that could help me with my pain. I highly recommend Dr. McDonald.”
Reviews shared from Google. Individual results vary.
Have questions?
Browse our FAQ for quick answers, or leave a message with the office at (616) 342-2295 .
Ready to feel more resilient?
Reach out to Dr. Kyle to ask a question or request an appointment.