{"id":849,"date":"2025-09-08T13:15:00","date_gmt":"2025-09-08T17:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/13l.c42.myftpupload.com\/?p=849"},"modified":"2025-09-08T14:08:03","modified_gmt":"2025-09-08T18:08:03","slug":"is-osteopathy-a-legitimate-treatment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/en\/is-osteopathy-a-legitimate-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"Is osteopathy a legitimate treatment?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large wp-duotone-grayscale\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/close-up-of-a-red-haired-bearded-man-with-a-skeptical-expression-against-a-red-backdrop.-8727509-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Close-up of a red-haired bearded man with a skeptical expression against a red backdrop.\" class=\"wp-image-348\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/close-up-of-a-red-haired-bearded-man-with-a-skeptical-expression-against-a-red-backdrop.-8727509-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/close-up-of-a-red-haired-bearded-man-with-a-skeptical-expression-against-a-red-backdrop.-8727509-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/close-up-of-a-red-haired-bearded-man-with-a-skeptical-expression-against-a-red-backdrop.-8727509-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/close-up-of-a-red-haired-bearded-man-with-a-skeptical-expression-against-a-red-backdrop.-8727509-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/close-up-of-a-red-haired-bearded-man-with-a-skeptical-expression-against-a-red-backdrop.-8727509-1365x2048.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/close-up-of-a-red-haired-bearded-man-with-a-skeptical-expression-against-a-red-backdrop.-8727509-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_a5703e-b8, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_a5703e-b8[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_a5703e-b8\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_a5703e-b8 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_a5703e-b8[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_a5703e-b8\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_a5703e-b8 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_a5703e-b8[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_a5703e-b8\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_a5703e-b8 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_a5703e-b8\">The direct answer:  <\/p>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_391e40-9f, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_391e40-9f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_391e40-9f\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_391e40-9f mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_391e40-9f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_391e40-9f\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_391e40-9f img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_391e40-9f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_391e40-9f\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_391e40-9f wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_391e40-9f\"><strong>Yes, osteopathy can be a legitimate treatment<\/strong> &#8211; with the right practitioner.<\/p>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_b3eae9-11, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_b3eae9-11[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_b3eae9-11\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_b3eae9-11 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_b3eae9-11[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_b3eae9-11\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_b3eae9-11 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_b3eae9-11[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_b3eae9-11\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_b3eae9-11 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_b3eae9-11\">Here&#8217;s the important nuance:  <\/p>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_5b3590-91, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_5b3590-91[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_5b3590-91\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_5b3590-91 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_5b3590-91[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_5b3590-91\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_5b3590-91 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_5b3590-91[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_5b3590-91\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_5b3590-91 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_5b3590-91\">According to INSERM,<em>&#8220;in all cases, the efficacy of osteopathy appears modest at best<\/em>&#8221; and<em>&#8220;with no proven superiority over more conventional alternatives<\/em>&#8220;. But this assessment encompasses a very heterogeneous profession &#8211; with excellent practitioners unfortunately rubbing shoulders with less rigorous approaches. <\/p>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_e19d58-51, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_e19d58-51[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_e19d58-51\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_e19d58-51 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_e19d58-51[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_e19d58-51\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_e19d58-51 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_e19d58-51[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_e19d58-51\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_e19d58-51 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_e19d58-51\">So it all depends on the <strong>training<\/strong>,<strong>approach<\/strong> and<strong>integrity<\/strong> of your osteopath.<\/p>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_97078c-21, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_97078c-21[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_97078c-21\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_97078c-21 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_97078c-21[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_97078c-21\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_97078c-21 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_97078c-21[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_97078c-21\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_97078c-21 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_97078c-21\">Let&#8217;s explore the subject:  <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has--font-size\">\n<li><a href=\"#situation-au-quebec\">The situation in Quebec<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#quest-ce-que-lost%C3%A9opathie\">What is osteopathy?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#diff%C3%A9rences-avec-les-autres-professions\">Differences with other professions<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#ce-que-dit-la-science\">What science says<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#les-risques-a-connaitre\">Risks to be aware of<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#a-quoi-sattendre\">What to expect<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#pour-qui-cest-adapte\">For whom it&#8217;s suitable<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#comment-choisir-un-osteopathe\">How to choose an osteopath<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#le-verdict\">The verdict<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#questions-frequentes\">Frequently asked questions<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_d20d33-6b, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_d20d33-6b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_d20d33-6b\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_d20d33-6b mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_d20d33-6b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_d20d33-6b\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_d20d33-6b img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_d20d33-6b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_d20d33-6b\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 id=\"situation-au-quebec\" class=\"kt-adv-heading145_d20d33-6b wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_d20d33-6b\">First, an important reality in Quebec<\/h2>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_5e03d5-93, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_5e03d5-93[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_5e03d5-93\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_5e03d5-93 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_5e03d5-93[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_5e03d5-93\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_5e03d5-93 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_5e03d5-93[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_5e03d5-93\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_5e03d5-93 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_5e03d5-93\"><strong>Key point to remember:<\/strong> In Quebec, the practice of osteopathy is currently tolerated, but not regulated (2025).  <\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-image-fill-element\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"309\" height=\"163\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/office-des-professions-du-qc.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1054 size-full\" style=\"object-position:50% 50%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/office-des-professions-du-qc.png 309w, https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/office-des-professions-du-qc-300x158.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 309px) 100vw, 309px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p>The<a href=\"https:\/\/www.quebec.ca\/gouvernement\/ministeres-organismes\/office-professions\/mission-services\/mission-mandats\/role\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Office des professions du Qu\u00e9bec<\/a> recommended the creation of a professional order in June 2022, but we&#8217;re still waiting. The government says it is waiting for<em>&#8220;the establishment of a complete university training program<\/em>&#8221; before approving the creation. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_e7625f-ab, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_e7625f-ab[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_e7625f-ab\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_e7625f-ab mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_e7625f-ab[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_e7625f-ab\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_e7625f-ab img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_e7625f-ab[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_e7625f-ab\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_e7625f-ab wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_e7625f-ab\"><br\/><strong>Without a professional association (2025), the quality of training varies enormously between practitioners.<\/strong>  Serious osteopaths must be members of a professional association in order to practice and have insurance, but standards are not uniform.<\/p>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_4607ed-d1, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_4607ed-d1[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_4607ed-d1\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_4607ed-d1 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_4607ed-d1[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_4607ed-d1\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_4607ed-d1 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_4607ed-d1[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_4607ed-d1\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 id=\"quest-ce-que-lost&#xE9;opathie\" class=\"kt-adv-heading145_4607ed-d1 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_4607ed-d1\">What is osteopathy, really?<\/h2>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_014073-61, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_014073-61[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_014073-61\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_014073-61 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_014073-61[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_014073-61\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_014073-61 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_014073-61[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_014073-61\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_014073-61 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_014073-61\">As an osteopath graduated from the Coll\u00e8ge d&#8217;\u00e9tudes <mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-theme-palette-1-color\"> ost\u00e9opathiques*<\/mark> de Montr\u00e9al (CEO Montr\u00e9al) and a certified athletic therapist since 2004, I practice osteopathy in the sense that I base myself on a thorough understanding of anatomy and biomechanics.  <\/p>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_bea02a-1d, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_bea02a-1d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_bea02a-1d\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_bea02a-1d mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_bea02a-1d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_bea02a-1d\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_bea02a-1d img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_bea02a-1d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_bea02a-1d\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_bea02a-1d wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_bea02a-1d\">It&#8217;s a manual approach that assesses how the body&#8217;s various structures (bones, muscles, fascia, organs) interact with each other.  <\/p>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_2c4c30-0c, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_2c4c30-0c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_2c4c30-0c\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_2c4c30-0c mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_2c4c30-0c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_2c4c30-0c\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_2c4c30-0c img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_2c4c30-0c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_2c4c30-0c\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_2c4c30-0c wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_2c4c30-0c\"><strong>Good to know:<\/strong> <mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-theme-palette-1-color\">* CEO Montreal has closed its doors (2025) in favor of university training. This is a sign that the practice of osteopathy is becoming normalized.   <\/mark><\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/a-physiotherapist-helps-a-patient-with-neck-exercises-in-a-clinic-setting.-20860589-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A physiotherapist helps a patient with neck exercises in a clinic setting.\" class=\"wp-image-562 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/a-physiotherapist-helps-a-patient-with-neck-exercises-in-a-clinic-setting.-20860589-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/a-physiotherapist-helps-a-patient-with-neck-exercises-in-a-clinic-setting.-20860589-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/a-physiotherapist-helps-a-patient-with-neck-exercises-in-a-clinic-setting.-20860589-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/a-physiotherapist-helps-a-patient-with-neck-exercises-in-a-clinic-setting.-20860589-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/a-physiotherapist-helps-a-patient-with-neck-exercises-in-a-clinic-setting.-20860589-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><strong>Example<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_8efbf3-91, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_8efbf3-91[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_8efbf3-91\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_8efbf3-91 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_8efbf3-91[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_8efbf3-91\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_8efbf3-91 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_8efbf3-91[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_8efbf3-91\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_8efbf3-91 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_8efbf3-91\">You wake up with a stiff neck. Your shoulder twitches to compensate, then your back stiffens.   <\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_888404-3e, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_888404-3e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_888404-3e\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_888404-3e mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_888404-3e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_888404-3e\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_888404-3e img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_888404-3e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_888404-3e\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_888404-3e wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_888404-3e\">A competent osteopath will look for the source of the original problem, not just treat the current symptom.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_277a82-d0, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_277a82-d0[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_277a82-d0\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_277a82-d0 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_277a82-d0[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_277a82-d0\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_277a82-d0 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_277a82-d0[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_277a82-d0\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_277a82-d0 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_277a82-d0\">The scope of practice recommended by the Office des professions is :  <\/p>\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has--font-size\"><strong><em>Assess the limitations of movement of human body structures and of these structures in relation to each other, determine a manual treatment plan and perform interventions with the aim of reducing these limitations and aiding healing and pain relief.<\/em><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_8a30c9-72, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_8a30c9-72[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_8a30c9-72\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_8a30c9-72 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_8a30c9-72[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_8a30c9-72\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_8a30c9-72 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_8a30c9-72[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_8a30c9-72\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 id=\"diff&#xE9;rences-avec-les-autres-professions\" class=\"kt-adv-heading145_8a30c9-72 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_8a30c9-72\">Osteopath in Quebec \u2260 doctor<\/h2>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_cfd42f-ec, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_cfd42f-ec[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_cfd42f-ec\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_cfd42f-ec mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_cfd42f-ec[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_cfd42f-ec\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_cfd42f-ec img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_cfd42f-ec[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_cfd42f-ec\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_cfd42f-ec wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_cfd42f-ec\"><strong>Very important:<\/strong> In Quebec, an osteopath is NOT a doctor.  <\/p>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_560a4f-e7, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_560a4f-e7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_560a4f-e7\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_560a4f-e7 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_560a4f-e7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_560a4f-e7\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_560a4f-e7 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_560a4f-e7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_560a4f-e7\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_560a4f-e7 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_560a4f-e7\">He can&#8217;t:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has--font-size\">\n<li>Diagnosing diseases  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prescribing drugs  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Surgery<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_ad32cf-50, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_ad32cf-50[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_ad32cf-50\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_ad32cf-50 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_ad32cf-50[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_ad32cf-50\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_ad32cf-50 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_ad32cf-50[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_ad32cf-50\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_ad32cf-50 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_ad32cf-50\">If you&#8217;re accustomed to the American medical scene, or if you read literature from our neighbor, you should know that in the United States, things are different. DOs<em>(doctor of osteopathy<\/em>) are full-fledged physicians. Here in Quebec, an osteopath is a manual therapist.    <\/p>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_8976cc-0e, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_8976cc-0e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_8976cc-0e\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_8976cc-0e mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_8976cc-0e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_8976cc-0e\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_8976cc-0e img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_8976cc-0e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_8976cc-0e\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 id=\"ce-que-dit-la-science\" class=\"kt-adv-heading145_8976cc-0e wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_8976cc-0e\">What science really says (and why it&#8217;s nuanced)<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"has--font-size\">Osteopathic studies are complicated to interpret, and here&#8217;s why it&#8217;s important to understand.  <\/p>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_586b1f-22, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_586b1f-22[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_586b1f-22\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_586b1f-22 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_586b1f-22[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_586b1f-22\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_586b1f-22 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_586b1f-22[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_586b1f-22\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_586b1f-22 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_586b1f-22\"><strong>The research challenge  <\/strong><\/p>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_e05388-d8, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_e05388-d8[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_e05388-d8\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_e05388-d8 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_e05388-d8[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_e05388-d8\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_e05388-d8 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_e05388-d8[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_e05388-d8\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_e05388-d8 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_e05388-d8\">Unlike a drug, which can be tested blind, it&#8217;s impossible to pretend to manipulate someone. What&#8217;s more, each osteopath has his or her own approach, making it difficult to standardize study protocols. <\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile is-image-fill-element\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><strong>For back and neck pain  <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_183e2e-4d, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_183e2e-4d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_183e2e-4d\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_183e2e-4d mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_183e2e-4d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_183e2e-4d\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_183e2e-4d img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_183e2e-4d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_183e2e-4d\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_183e2e-4d wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_183e2e-4d\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inserm.fr\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">INSERM<\/a> (a French institution) notes that<em>&#8220;certain studies show a modest interest in osteopathy in addition to usual treatment<\/em>&#8221; for spinal pain.  <\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_ac3018-30, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_ac3018-30[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_ac3018-30\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_ac3018-30 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_ac3018-30[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_ac3018-30\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_ac3018-30 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_ac3018-30[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_ac3018-30\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_ac3018-30 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_ac3018-30\">An important nuance: results vary enormously depending on the practitioner&#8217;s training and approach.<\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"178\" height=\"178\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/douleurs-lombaires.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-419 size-full\" style=\"object-position:51% 93%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/douleurs-lombaires.jpg 178w, https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/douleurs-lombaires-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 178px) 100vw, 178px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"261\" height=\"193\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/science-direct.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1057 size-full\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><strong>A recent Quebec study<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_c41ee3-0c, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_c41ee3-0c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_c41ee3-0c\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_c41ee3-0c mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_c41ee3-0c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_c41ee3-0c\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_c41ee3-0c img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_c41ee3-0c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_c41ee3-0c\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_c41ee3-0c wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_c41ee3-0c\">A systematic review from 2023 concluded that<em>&#8220;in spinal pain, studies indicated a superior benefit of osteopathy on pain and functional capacity compared to usual care<\/em>&#8220;.  <\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_5fdbc1-34, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_5fdbc1-34[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_5fdbc1-34\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_5fdbc1-34 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_5fdbc1-34[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_5fdbc1-34\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_5fdbc1-34 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_5fdbc1-34[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_5fdbc1-34\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_5fdbc1-34 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_5fdbc1-34\">However, it notes that &#8220;the methodological quality was heterogeneous depending on the studies and their limited number&#8221;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has--font-size\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/36791548\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Osteopathic manipulative treatment for spinal pain: a systematic review and meta-analysis (2023)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has--font-size\">Similar findings were observed by ScienceDirect: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S1360859223000455\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Effectiveness of osteopathy for low back pain: A 2023 systematic review<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_371dc9-4e, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_371dc9-4e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_371dc9-4e\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_371dc9-4e mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_371dc9-4e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_371dc9-4e\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_371dc9-4e img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_371dc9-4e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_371dc9-4e\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_371dc9-4e wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_371dc9-4e\"><strong>Under-exploited potential  <\/strong><\/p>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_3b8886-da, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_3b8886-da[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_3b8886-da\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_3b8886-da mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_3b8886-da[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_3b8886-da\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_3b8886-da img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_3b8886-da[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_3b8886-da\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_3b8886-da wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_3b8886-da\">Many rigorous osteopaths suspect that current studies do not reflect the true potential of osteopathy practiced by well-trained practitioners with a scientifically sound approach.<\/p>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_00eb2e-e7, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_00eb2e-e7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_00eb2e-e7\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_00eb2e-e7 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_00eb2e-e7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_00eb2e-e7\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_00eb2e-e7 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_00eb2e-e7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_00eb2e-e7\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 id=\"les-risques-a-connaitre\" class=\"kt-adv-heading145_00eb2e-e7 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_00eb2e-e7\">Risks (which you rarely hear about)<\/h2>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_f6d81f-bb, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_f6d81f-bb[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_f6d81f-bb\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_f6d81f-bb mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_f6d81f-bb[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_f6d81f-bb\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_f6d81f-bb img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_f6d81f-bb[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_f6d81f-bb\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_f6d81f-bb wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_f6d81f-bb\">INSERM highlights<em>&#8220;the rare but very worrying occurrence of serious vertebro-basilar accidents during cervical manipulations<\/em>&#8220;. Translation: neck manipulations can, in very rare cases, cause strokes.   <\/p>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_a2b286-3f, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_a2b286-3f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_a2b286-3f\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_a2b286-3f mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_a2b286-3f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_a2b286-3f\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_a2b286-3f img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_a2b286-3f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_a2b286-3f\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_a2b286-3f wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_a2b286-3f\">It&#8217;s rare, but it does exist.  <\/p>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_9390ae-94, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_9390ae-94[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_9390ae-94\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_9390ae-94 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_9390ae-94[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_9390ae-94\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_9390ae-94 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_9390ae-94[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_9390ae-94\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 id=\"a-quoi-sattendre\" class=\"kt-adv-heading145_9390ae-94 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_9390ae-94\">What to expect from one or more osteopathic sessions  <\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile is-image-fill-element\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p><strong>First visit<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Discussion of your history and pain<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Physical examination: mobility tests, palpation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gentle manual treatment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Postural advice or exercises<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has--font-size\">In short, I&#8217;m going to ask you some questions (e.g. sport, job, state of mind, etc.), I&#8217;m going to touch you (and not necessarily where you feel discomfort), and then I&#8217;m going to make you do some very gentle little movements, but which might seem strange to you.  <\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/crop-anonymous-medical-specialist-rubbing-shoulders-of-male-client-lying-on-couch-in-medical-salon-5473182-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Crop anonymous medical specialist rubbing shoulders of male client lying on couch in medical salon\" class=\"wp-image-544 size-full\" style=\"object-position:50% 50%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/crop-anonymous-medical-specialist-rubbing-shoulders-of-male-client-lying-on-couch-in-medical-salon-5473182-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/crop-anonymous-medical-specialist-rubbing-shoulders-of-male-client-lying-on-couch-in-medical-salon-5473182-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/crop-anonymous-medical-specialist-rubbing-shoulders-of-male-client-lying-on-couch-in-medical-salon-5473182-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/crop-anonymous-medical-specialist-rubbing-shoulders-of-male-client-lying-on-couch-in-medical-salon-5473182-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/crop-anonymous-medical-specialist-rubbing-shoulders-of-male-client-lying-on-couch-in-medical-salon-5473182-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_d100b8-a7, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_d100b8-a7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_d100b8-a7\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_d100b8-a7 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_d100b8-a7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_d100b8-a7\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_d100b8-a7 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_d100b8-a7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_d100b8-a7\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_d100b8-a7 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_d100b8-a7\"><strong>Approximate cost  <\/strong><\/p>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_68f138-f7, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_68f138-f7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_68f138-f7\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_68f138-f7 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_68f138-f7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_68f138-f7\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_68f138-f7 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_68f138-f7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_68f138-f7\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_68f138-f7 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_68f138-f7\">Research assisted by artificial intelligence (Anthropic) has revealed that you can expect to pay between $80 and $120 per regular session. This service is not covered by RAMQ, but may be covered by private insurance.   <\/p>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_ff9a2b-47, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_ff9a2b-47[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_ff9a2b-47\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_ff9a2b-47 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_ff9a2b-47[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_ff9a2b-47\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_ff9a2b-47 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_ff9a2b-47[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_ff9a2b-47\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_ff9a2b-47 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_ff9a2b-47\">My services are usually covered by most insurers.  <\/p>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_2f64fd-b8, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_2f64fd-b8[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_2f64fd-b8\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_2f64fd-b8 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_2f64fd-b8[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_2f64fd-b8\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_2f64fd-b8 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_2f64fd-b8[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_2f64fd-b8\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_2f64fd-b8 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_2f64fd-b8\">Here are my rates:  <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"433\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/OST-Cout-dun-rendez-vous-en-urgence-2-1024x433.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1065\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/OST-Cout-dun-rendez-vous-en-urgence-2-1024x433.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/OST-Cout-dun-rendez-vous-en-urgence-2-300x127.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/OST-Cout-dun-rendez-vous-en-urgence-2-768x325.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/OST-Cout-dun-rendez-vous-en-urgence-2-1536x650.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/OST-Cout-dun-rendez-vous-en-urgence-2.jpg 1543w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_d9520b-37, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_d9520b-37[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_d9520b-37\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_d9520b-37 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_d9520b-37[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_d9520b-37\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_d9520b-37 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_d9520b-37[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_d9520b-37\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_d9520b-37 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_d9520b-37\"><strong>Duration  <\/strong><\/p>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_99127f-25, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_99127f-25[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_99127f-25\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_99127f-25 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_99127f-25[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_99127f-25\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_99127f-25 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_99127f-25[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_99127f-25\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_99127f-25 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_99127f-25\">Allow 3-5 sessions to see if it helps.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are you tempted by osteo?  <\/h2>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_c530d6-d1, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_c530d6-d1[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_c530d6-d1\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_c530d6-d1 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_c530d6-d1[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_c530d6-d1\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_c530d6-d1 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_c530d6-d1[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_c530d6-d1\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p id=\"pour-qui-cest-adapte\" class=\"kt-adv-heading145_c530d6-d1 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_c530d6-d1\">The first step is to determine whether it&#8217;s right for you.  <\/p>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_978a94-31, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_978a94-31[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_978a94-31\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_978a94-31 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_978a94-31[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_978a94-31\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_978a94-31 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_978a94-31[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_978a94-31\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p id=\"pour-qui-cest-adapte\" class=\"kt-adv-heading145_978a94-31 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_978a94-31\">Here are some great ones to use as reference points. However, this list is not exhaustive and it&#8217;s not because I&#8217;m trying to hide anything from you \ud83d\ude09    <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>\u2705 <strong>Try if&#8230;<\/strong><\/td><td>\u274c <strong>Avoid if&#8230;<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Persistent musculoskeletal pain<\/td><td>Looking for a medical diagnosis<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Your doctor has ruled out serious causes<\/td><td>Very recent pain (less than 48 hours)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>You prefer to avoid drugs<\/td><td>You suffer from severe osteoporosis<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>You&#8217;re ready to play an active role (exercises, advice)<\/td><td>You are taking anticoagulants<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>You understand that it&#8217;s not magic<\/td><td>Promises to &#8220;cure&#8221; serious illnesses<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_55169e-08, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_55169e-08[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_55169e-08\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_55169e-08 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_55169e-08[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_55169e-08\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_55169e-08 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_55169e-08[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_55169e-08\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 id=\"comment-choisir-un-osteopathe\" class=\"kt-adv-heading145_55169e-08 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_55169e-08\">How to choose a competent osteopath<\/h2>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_3f6863-ba, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_3f6863-ba[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_3f6863-ba\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_3f6863-ba mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_3f6863-ba[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_3f6863-ba\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_3f6863-ba img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_3f6863-ba[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_3f6863-ba\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_3f6863-ba wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_3f6863-ba\">In an unregulated market, here&#8217;s how to identify serious practitioners.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"has--font-size\"><strong>Solid training to look for:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Minimum 3100 hours of training (recommended by the Office des professions)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Training at a WHO-certified school<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regular further training<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Member of an established professional association<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<p class=\"has--font-size\"><br\/><strong>Key questions to ask<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>What exactly is your training, and where did you receive it?<\/em><\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-image-fill-element\" style=\"grid-template-columns:30% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"596\" height=\"793\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/marie-claude-dion.jpg\" alt=\"Osteopathy and athletic therapy Marie-Claude Dion\" class=\"wp-image-406 size-full\" style=\"object-position:50% 50%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/marie-claude-dion.jpg 596w, https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/marie-claude-dion-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 596px) 100vw, 596px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p>After 13 years in athletic therapy, I decided to take the part-time osteopathic program for health professionals at the Coll\u00e8ge d&#8217;\u00e9tudes ost\u00e9opathiques (CEO) de Montr\u00e9al. This allowed me to continue working at McGill University&#8217;s sports clinic during my osteopathic studies.   <br\/><br\/>At the time, osteopathy was not yet taught at university.  <br\/><br\/><strong>I chose CEO Montreal because it was one of the two best osteopathic training schools in Quebec. The other was the Centre ost\u00e9opathique du Qu\u00e9bec <strong>(COQ<\/strong>).   <\/strong><br\/><br\/><strong>After the closure of the CEOs (Montreal and Quebec City schools) and the COQ, teachers migrated to the universities. As a new university discipline, osteopathy is well on the way to formal recognition and a professional order.   <\/strong><br\/><br\/>Getting back to my training, I graduated in 2017. I then worked at the Clinique d&#8217;Ost\u00e9opathie Chambly to gain experience specifically in osteopathy before opening my own clinic.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has--font-size\">To find out why I chose osteopathy, read my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/en\/about-us\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"64\">About<\/a> page.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>Which association are you a member of?<\/em> <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"has--font-size\">I am a member of<a href=\"https:\/\/www.osteopathiequebec.ca\/fr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Osteopathy Quebec<\/a> (OQ). You&#8217;ll find me listed in their botin of active members by doing a search: Marie-Claude Dion.   <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>When should I consult a doctor or other healthcare professional?<\/em> <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"has--font-size\">Even if you trust me, you should know that I have no right to make a diagnosis. Nor am I the right person if you need immediate care. When you make an appointment with me, you&#8217;ll be asked to fill in a health questionnaire. In addition to being better prepared to receive you, this allows me to refer you if I shouldn&#8217;t be the first person to intervene.     <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"has--font-size\">If you want to better understand who does what, I&#8217;ve written articles on the differences between osteopaths and other health professionals:  <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What&#8217;s the difference between an osteopath and a chiropractor?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/en\/osteopaths-or-sports-therapists-find-your-match\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"147\">What&#8217;s the difference between an osteopath and an athletic therapist?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What&#8217;s the difference between an osteopath and a physiotherapist?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>How many sessions do you estimate for my type of problem?  <\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_4f60df-07, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_4f60df-07[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_4f60df-07\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_4f60df-07 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_4f60df-07[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_4f60df-07\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_4f60df-07 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_4f60df-07[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_4f60df-07\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_4f60df-07 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_4f60df-07\">I&#8217;m usually able to tell my clients the truth about their problem, right from the first meeting. However, unless I know you well, I can&#8217;t estimate how long <em>your <\/em>body will need to recover with my therapeutic support.   <\/p>\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n<p class=\"has--font-size\"><strong>Summary  <\/strong><\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>\u2705 <strong>Signs that you can probably trust this practitioner&#8230; <\/strong> <\/td><td>\u274c <strong>Red flags<\/strong>, attention.  <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Carry out a detailed interview before any treatment<\/td><td>Promises to cure serious illnesses (cancer, diabetes, etc.)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Collaborates with other health professionals<\/td><td>Systematic criticism of conventional medicine<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Refers you elsewhere if necessary<\/td><td>Refuses to work with other professionals<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Explains clearly what he does and why<\/td><td>Talks about &#8220;energies&#8221; with no anatomical basis<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Don&#8217;t promise the impossible<\/td><td>Can&#8217;t justify his training<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"has--font-size\">After avoiding dubious practitioners, there&#8217;s of course a question of <em>fit. <\/em>Find out whether the osteopath&#8217;s approach suits you (in short, do you like him?), whether his availability is convenient for you, whether he can refer you if necessary, and whether you can afford his help.  <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has--font-size\" id=\"le-verdict\">The nuanced verdict  <\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"has--font-size\">Osteopathy in Quebec is at a turning point: a profession awaiting official recognition, with real therapeutic potential but highly variable quality of practice.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"has--font-size\"><strong>Reality:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Current scientific evidence is encouraging but insufficient<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The practitioner&#8217;s training and approach make all the difference<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rigorous osteopaths often achieve better results than general studies suggest<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In the absence of regulations, particular care must be taken in selecting the right product.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_8789dc-b3, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_8789dc-b3[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_8789dc-b3\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_8789dc-b3 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_8789dc-b3[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_8789dc-b3\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_8789dc-b3 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_8789dc-b3[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_8789dc-b3\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_8789dc-b3 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_8789dc-b3\">If you have persistent musculoskeletal pain and a doctor has ruled out serious causes, osteopathy with a well-trained practitioner may be a relevant treatment option.  <strong>Choose someone who practises scientifically-based osteopathy, in collaboration with the healthcare system.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"has--font-size\">Keep this summary as a reminder and share it with friends and family.  <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"2560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Comment-choisir-un-bon-praticien-en-medecine-alternative-scaled.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1068\" 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.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_b2d6e9-09[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_b2d6e9-09\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_b2d6e9-09 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_b2d6e9-09[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_b2d6e9-09\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_b2d6e9-09 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_b2d6e9-09[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_b2d6e9-09\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h2 id=\"questions-frequentes\" class=\"kt-adv-heading145_b2d6e9-09 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_b2d6e9-09\">Answers to your questions and comments  <\/h2>\n<style>.kt-accordion-id145_2d730e-b8 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.kt-blocks-accordion-header:focus-visible{border-top-color:#eeeeee;border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:#eeeeee;border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:#eeeeee;border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:#eeeeee;border-left-style:solid;}.kt-accordion-id145_2d730e-b8 .kt-accordion-header-wrap .kt-blocks-accordion-header:focus-visible,\n\t\t\t\t.kt-accordion-id145_2d730e-b8 > .kt-accordion-inner-wrap > .wp-block-kadence-pane > .kt-accordion-header-wrap > .kt-blocks-accordion-header.kt-accordion-panel-active{border-top-color:#444444;border-top-style:solid;border-right-color:#444444;border-right-style:solid;border-bottom-color:#444444;border-bottom-style:solid;border-left-color:#444444;border-left-style:solid;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-accordion alignnone\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-wrap kt-accordion-id145_2d730e-b8 kt-accordion-has-4-panes kt-active-pane-0 kt-accordion-block kt-pane-header-alignment-left kt-accodion-icon-style-basic kt-accodion-icon-side-right\" style=\"max-width:none\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-inner-wrap\" data-allow-multiple-open=\"false\" data-start-open=\"0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-1 kt-pane145_8d0112-37\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong>Your doctor doesn&#8217;t believe it.<\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_31c295-c6, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_31c295-c6[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_31c295-c6\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_31c295-c6 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_31c295-c6[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_31c295-c6\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_31c295-c6 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_31c295-c6[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_31c295-c6\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_31c295-c6 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_31c295-c6\">It&#8217;s possible, but the Office des professions is waiting for more scientific evidence. Respect medical advice to obtain a diagnosis. If you&#8217;d like to explore alternative medical solutions for relief, osteopathy could be an option.    <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-2 kt-pane145_679733-31\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong>It&#8217;s expensive.<\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>You&#8217;re right. What&#8217;s more, there&#8217;s no RAMQ reimbursement at the moment. Check your private insurance for osteopathy and athletic therapy in my case. I also accommodate certain clienteles, such as athletes and students.     <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-3 kt-pane145_656a68-a9\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong>Can you have a consultation even if you&#8217;re pregnant?<\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\">\n<p>Yes, but choose someone very experienced in pregnancy support and mention your pregnancy when you make your appointment. For the moment, and in a specific pregnancy dynamic, I&#8217;m concentrating on athletes and sportspeople who are pregnant. Because sport, especially high-level sport, is my specialty.    <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-pane kt-accordion-pane kt-accordion-pane-4 kt-pane145_8d3335-3f\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-header-wrap\"><button class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-header kt-acccordion-button-label-show\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title-wrap\"><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-title\"><strong>How do you know if your osteopath is competent?<\/strong><\/span><\/span><span class=\"kt-blocks-accordion-icon-trigger\"><\/span><\/button><\/div><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel kt-accordion-panel-hidden\"><div class=\"kt-accordion-panel-inner\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<p>Check that he or she is a member of a recognized professional association. Don&#8217;t hesitate to ask questions and ask for proof of qualifications. <\/p>\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile is-image-fill-element\" style=\"grid-template-columns:25% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"904\" height=\"915\" src=\"https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/marie-claude-dion-athlete.jpg\" alt=\"marie-claude dion and judo athlete\" class=\"wp-image-312 size-full\" style=\"object-position:69% 47%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/marie-claude-dion-athlete.jpg 904w, https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/marie-claude-dion-athlete-296x300.jpg 296w, https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/marie-claude-dion-athlete-768x777.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 904px) 100vw, 904px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marie-Claude Dion B. Sc, CAT (C), D.O.<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_275667-be, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_275667-be[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_275667-be\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_275667-be mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_275667-be[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_275667-be\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_275667-be img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_275667-be[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_275667-be\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_275667-be wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_275667-be\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.osteoatmcdion.ca\/en\/about-us\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"64\">Marie-Claude<\/a> is a certified athletic therapist, certified first responder and osteopathic member of Osteopathie Qu\u00e9bec.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_050343-b6, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_050343-b6[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_050343-b6\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_050343-b6 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_050343-b6[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_050343-b6\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_050343-b6 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading145_050343-b6[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_050343-b6\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading145_050343-b6 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading145_050343-b6\">As you read about her, you discover a little about why people adore her: she&#8217;s a true expert, generous and caring.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The direct answer: Yes, osteopathy can be a legitimate treatment &#8211; with the right practitioner. 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