What is osteopathy? Frequently asked questions
What is osteopathy?
Osteopathy is a manual therapy that aims to restore the body’s mobility through mobilisation and manipulation techniques.
Who can be seen?
All kinds of patients, from 0 to 100+ years old: newborns, children, pregnant people, older people and athletes.
Is the “cracking” compulsory?
Some techniques can sometimes produce a “crack”, but they are never compulsory. If you’re not comfortable with that, or you prefer another approach, I adapt fully and use alternative, equivalent techniques.
What happens at a first appointment?
We talk through why you have come and your history, then I look at your posture and movement before treating. The appointment lasts 45 minutes.
What osteopathy does not replace
Osteopathy does not replace medical care. I will refer you to a doctor whenever that is the right thing.
When should you see a doctor instead?
Fever, chest pain, loss of strength or sensation, unusually severe pain, or pain after a significant injury: see a doctor promptly or call 15 (112 from a mobile).
Missed or cancelled appointments
Out of respect for the practice’s organisation, an appointment that is missed or cancelled less than 16 hours in advance may be charged €35.
Fees and reimbursement
- Osteopathy consultation at the clinic: €70
- Home visit: €75 to €95
- Mother + baby package: €130
Consultations are not reimbursed by the French health insurance (Assurance Maladie). I do not accept the Carte Vitale: if your private health insurer (mutuelle) covers osteopathy, send the receipt (feuille de soins) yourself to your health insurance fund, which will send you a paper statement to forward to your mutuelle. Remember to write your social security number on the receipt.
Payment: cheque, cash and bank cards.