During the First Visit, an interview takes place to collect useful information to understand the origin and cause of the problem complained of. The Osteopath may require you to perform some movements in order to verify the extent of the disorder.

Next, the Osteopath will use his highly specialized palpation, on the areas of weakness, tension, restriction or stretching of your body. The Osteopath will then develop an osteopathic diagnosis and discuss it with the patient to whom he will propose the osteopathic treatment deemed useful. The treatment will be aimed at restoring normal joint stability and function.

Osteopaths often begin treatment by releasing, relaxing and stretching stiff muscles and joints, using massage techniques, rhythmic joint movements and muscle release techniques. The Osteopath, if necessary, can use high velocity and low amplitude manipulative techniques on the spine or other joints. In addition, other techniques can be used on viscera and skull, depending on the problem encountered. A treatment lasts on average 30 - 45 minutes and, often, several sessions are required which are planned and discussed at the first visit.

Later, patients can decide to plan preventive and maintenance treatments to avoid recurring problems.