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    Sacred an Profane Practices Among Traditional Bone Setters in Osun State, Nigeria.
    (Department of Sociology and Anthropology, Faculty of Social Sciences, Obafemi Awolowo University., 2023) ORE Oluwatosin Blessing
    This study explored how bone setters practice their healing art and described the sacred and profane things associated with traditional bone setting; determined the influence of Westernisation on the practice of traditional bone setting; and described what traditional bone setters do when complication arises. These were in a view to give a proper description of the sacred and profane practices among traditional bone setters in Osun state. The research design used was exploratory and there were key informant interview (KII) sessions. The study location was selected areas of Osun State which include Ile-Ife, Osogbo and Ilesha. The study population consisted of the traditional bone setters in the aforementioned cities of Osun state. Snowball sampling technique guided the recruitment of eligible participants. A total of five respondents were engaged with five KII sessions. Data collected were analysed using thematic analysis with the aid of ATLAS.ti 22 software. The results show a nuanced interaction between sacred and profane components during the bone setting process. These rituals frequently involve prayers, the usage of plants and sacred items that are said to have healing powers. The findings revealed how traditional bone setters are highly sought after in many cultures. The result showed that it requires years of apprenticeship to become a traditional bone setter and acquire the permission to practice. The profane aspect in the study was regarded as less sacred as it only encompasses the practical techniques, tools and procedures employed by the traditional bone setter. The result also portrayed how traditional bone setting in Osun State was being influenced by Westernisation. This study revealed that bone setters use suitable measures to successfully control issues that develop during the treatment. For example, the quick treatment of all warning indicators such as pain, deformities and swelling. The study concluded that deep-rooted cultural beliefs and spiritual practices surrounded the healing process and acknowledged the need for proper training, regulation, and integration of modern medical practices for the welfare of patients.