PROM COUNTRY OSTEO

Questions about osteopathy

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• What training & education do osteopaths receive?

• What is an osteopaths approach?

• What is the difference between osteopathy, chiropractic and physiotherapy?

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Questions about treatment & management

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• When do I need a scan such as an x-ray, MRI, CT or ultrasound?

• Why do we experience pain?

• Do osteopaths prescribe medication?

• How may hands-on treatment help?

• What is an adjustment? Why is there a popping sound?

• What is dry needling? How is it different to acupuncture?

• How do prescribed exercises help?

• How frequently do we recommend seeing patients?

• What are the risks to treatment?

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Questions before a consult

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• How long does an appointment go for?

• Should I arrive early for the first appointment?

• Do I need a referral?

• Can I bring a partner, friend, relative or my children?

• What do I wear to a consult? Do I have to undress?

• Will my consult be covered by insurance, Medicare, DVA, TAC or Worksafe?

• Do you process payments onsite?