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This is the most frequently asked question I receive when I'm working and when I'm not working! There is no short answer to this question as there is a huge amount of variation in all osteopaths, physios and chiros and a large amount of overlap between the therapies.
The first main difference is the philosophy of the therapies. Chiropractors usually think that the problem in the body is due to a subluxation in the spine. By adjusting the spine, which means clicking the neck, upper back or lower back, they are aiming to alter the signals from the spinal nervesOsteopaths work more holistically, believing that a problem in one part of the body can effect parts of the body further up or down. Physiotherapists are trained to evaluate specific problems for muscular rehab. Their action will be more local. For example, if a patient comes in with knee pain, they probably just work on that knee. The second difference is the amount of time chiropractors treat for, they usually see people for around 15 minutes or less where as an osteopath would see someone for 20 minutes or usually more, although again, this is hugely variable. The third difference is the treatment itself. Chiropractors will see a patient two to three time before treating them. The first session will include an assessment and usually some form of technology such as an x-ray. Osteopaths will usually treat you on the first session after a consultation and diagnosis, but don't usually use x rays. When it comes to the treatment chiropractors will often solely use adjustments which is the clicking of the neck, upper or lower back. Osteopaths use adjustments too, but will use massage, joint mobilisations and stretches usually before to make sure the joint is prepared. Physios will focus on rehabilitation exercise programs to strengthen the muscles and work on body endurance. They might use ultrasounds, cryotherapy and transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulator machines to treat an issue. Osteopaths rarely use such machinery, but again, you've guessed it, this is hugely variable.
Ultimately, you need to find a practitioner who makes feel at ease. If you feel relaxed, the treatment is more likely to benefit you. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to comment below. Alternatively, contact me via the email address at the top of the screen. Thank you for listening.
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