Patient information
We are a registered member of The Osteopathic Council of Ireland (OCI). All of the major health insurance companies including VHI, Aviva, Laya Healthcare, GloHealth and St. Paul’s Garda Medical Aid cover Osteopathy.
New patients
We welcome new patients. Here are some common questions we get. Do you have another question or a concern? Please get in touch.
General FAQs
No, you can make an appointment directly without a referral and Osteopathic treatment is covered on most plans offer by Health insurance companies.
If you have any, bring along any X-rays, MRI scan reports or test results that you may have relating to the issue.
It is important you tell your osteopath if your medical condition changes over time. This includes any new injuries or change of medications.
Most osteopathic treatment is manual therapy and should not cause undue discomfort. If your injuries do require hands-on treatment of painful and tender areas, your osteopath will aim to make you as comfortable as possible.
There are techniques which may cause some short term discomfort or pain.
You may experience mild soreness for a day or two after treatment, similar to that felt after exercise. If this soreness persists or increases significantly, call your osteopath to discuss your concerns.
This depends on your condition. Generally you would expect to see some changes in your symptoms after two or three visits. Long term or chronic conditions may require more treatment.
Your osteopath will discuss this with you.
Following treatment, your osteopath may decide that additional investigations such as X-ray, MRI scans or blood tests are required. Your osteopath may refer you to another health professional.
Appointment FAQs
If you have any, bring along any X-rays, MRI scan reports or test results that you may have relating to the issue.
Please be on time for your appointment as you will need to fill out initial paperwork.
An osteopath will need to record your medical history to assist in discussing treatment options.
An osteopath needs to obtain your approval to treat you, so you may be asked to sign an “informed consent” form.
It is important that you feel comfortable. A comfortable shirt and loose pants or a pair of shorts or gym wear is usually ideal. If in doubt you can ask your osteopath when making your appointment.
Depending on the area of your body requiring treatment, your osteopath may ask you to undress to your underwear. Gym wear or loose clothing is usually appropriate to wear to you appointment. If you feel uncomfortable with undressing please tell your Osteopath.
Yes, you can have someone present throughout your consultation and treatment.
Your osteopath will ask about your presenting condition and symptoms. This will include your medical history, any medications you are taking or other factors that may not appear to be directly related to your problem.
Your osteopath will advise you if they can treat you or you need to be referred.
Your osteopath will conduct an examination and clinical tests. These include diagnostic, orthopaedic or neurological tests, postural assessments and activities or exercises, which determine how best to manage your condition.
The examination may include passive and active movements. The osteopath may lift your arms or legs and you may be asked to bend over or stand upright. Be sure to wear comfortable, flexible clothing or gym wear.
Osteopathy takes a whole of body approach to treatment. Your osteopath may look at the area that is troubling you as well as other parts of your body. For example, if you have a sore knee, your osteopath may also look at your ankle, pelvis and back.
Your osteopath may also provide education and advice to help you manage your condition between treatments. This may include giving you exercises to do at home or work.
Your initial consultation may last around 60 minutes. This will enable your osteopath to take a thorough history, examine you and, depending upon your condition and consent, treat you. Follow-up treatments can be shorter. Please check appointment length when booking.
Following treatment, your osteopath may decide that additional investigations such as X-ray, MRI scans or blood tests are required. Your osteopath may refer you to another health professional.
Billing & insurance FAQs
The amount of cover depends on your individual policy. Please check with your health insurance provider to see how much you can claim.
The costs of an appointment varies from patient to patient, generally costs can range from €80 – €100. Ask the practice when booking.
See our pricing page for bundle packs and class prices.
Yes, most private health Insurance policies will cover Osteopathy Treatments. The amount of cover depends on the individuals Policy.
All of the major health insurance companies including VHI, Aviva, Laya Healthcare, GloHealth and St. Paul’s Garda Medical Aid cover Osteopathy.
The amount of cover depends on your individual policy. Please check with your health insurance provider to see how much you can claim.