{"id":2216,"date":"2026-07-21T22:33:37","date_gmt":"2026-07-21T22:33:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/osteopathieherengracht.nl\/locatie-en-route-copy\/"},"modified":"2026-07-21T23:22:39","modified_gmt":"2026-07-21T23:22:39","slug":"veelgestelde-vragen-faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/osteopathieherengracht.nl\/en\/veelgestelde-vragen-faq\/","title":{"rendered":"Veelgestelde vragen &#8211; FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"<!--themify_builder_content-->\n<div id=\"themify_builder_content-2216\" data-postid=\"2216\" class=\"themify_builder_content themify_builder_content-2216 themify_builder tf_clear\">\n                    <div  data-css_id=\"xavz198\" data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row fullwidth_row_container tb_xavz198 tb_first tf_w\">\n            <span  class=\"builder_row_cover tf_abs\" data-lazy=\"1\"><\/span>            <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_ly47198 first\">\n                    <!-- module image -->\n<div  class=\"module module-image tb_dy8w198 image-center rounded drop-shadow circle  tf_mw\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"image-wrap tf_rel tf_mw\">\n            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/osteopathieherengracht.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/IMG_4126-1200x350.jpg\" width=\"1200\" height=\"350\" class=\"wp-post-image wp-image-2175\" title=\"Veelgestelde vragen - FAQ over osteopathie en behandelingen bij Osteopathie Herengracht Amsterdam\" alt=\"Veelgestelde vragen - FAQ over osteopathie en behandelingen bij Osteopathie Herengracht Amsterdam\">    \n        <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-wrap -->\n    \n        <\/div>\n<!-- \/module image --><!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_p6ww198\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n            <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-anchor=\"contact\" data-css_id=\"jd6f198\" data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row fullwidth_row_container tb_has_section tb_section-contact tb_jd6f198 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_k8tu198 first\">\n                            <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_subrow themify_builder_sub_row tf_w col_align_top tb_col_count_2 tb_qzhq198\">\n                <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column col4-2 tb_xr59198 first\">\n                    <!-- module image -->\n<div  class=\"module module-image tb_5pc0198 image-top drop-shadow bordered circle  tf_mw\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div class=\"image-wrap tf_rel tf_mw\">\n                \n        <\/div>\n    <!-- \/image-wrap -->\n    \n        <\/div>\n<!-- \/module image -->        <\/div>\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column col4-2 tb_grh9198 last\">\n                            <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_subrow themify_builder_sub_row tf_w col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tb_a2pm198\">\n                <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column col-full tb_ob6b198 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_6j74198\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Frequently Asked Questions \u2013 FAQ \u2013 Osteopathie Herengracht<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Osteopathie Herengracht is happy to answer frequently asked questions (FAQ) about osteopathy and our treatments. If your question is not listed here, please feel free to contact us.<\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row tb_ufdh198 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_6yux198 first\">\n                    <!-- module accordion -->\n<div  class=\"module module-accordion tb_vwmk198\" data-behavior=\"accordion\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n    \n    <ul class=\"ui module-accordion  rounded transparent\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\">\n            <li itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n            <h1 class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\" itemprop=\"name\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-vwmk198-0\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-vwmk198-0-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                    <i class=\"accordion-icon\"><svg  class=\"tf_fa tf-ti-info-alt\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tf-ti-info-alt\" xlink:href=\"#tf-ti-info-alt\"><\/use><\/svg><\/i>                                        <span class=\"accordion-title-wrap\">How does an osteopath work?<\/span>                <\/a>\n            <\/h1><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-vwmk198-0-content\" data-id=\"acc-vwmk198-0\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_subrow themify_builder_sub_row tf_w col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tb_qwxu198\" itemprop=\"text\">\n                <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column tb_63a5198 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_ze0y198\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p class=\"translation-block\"><i>An osteopath does not just look at the location where you experience pain, but examines the body as a whole. Movement of joints, muscles, connective tissue, organs, and the nervous system influence each other. By identifying and treating the cause of loss of movement, osteopathy stimulates the body's natural healing capacity.<\/i><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n            <li itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n            <h1 class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\" itemprop=\"name\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-vwmk198-1\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-vwmk198-1-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                    <i class=\"accordion-icon\"><svg  class=\"tf_fa tf-ti-info-alt\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tf-ti-info-alt\" xlink:href=\"#tf-ti-info-alt\"><\/use><\/svg><\/i>                                        <span class=\"accordion-title-wrap\">How does the initial examination proceed?<\/span>                <\/a>\n            <\/h1><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-vwmk198-1-content\" data-id=\"acc-vwmk198-1\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_subrow themify_builder_sub_row tf_w col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tb_ihim198\" itemprop=\"text\">\n                <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column tb_who5198 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_lb1i198\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p class=\"translation-block\"><i>During the first appointment, we will discuss your symptoms, medical history, lifestyle, and any examinations or treatments you have had previously in detail. This will be followed by a physical examination in which the entire body is assessed to determine the underlying cause of your symptoms.<\/i><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n            <li itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n            <h1 class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\" itemprop=\"name\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-vwmk198-2\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-vwmk198-2-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                    <i class=\"accordion-icon\"><svg  class=\"tf_fa tf-ti-info-alt\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tf-ti-info-alt\" xlink:href=\"#tf-ti-info-alt\"><\/use><\/svg><\/i>                                        <span class=\"accordion-title-wrap\">What does a treatment look like?<\/span>                <\/a>\n            <\/h1><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-vwmk198-2-content\" data-id=\"acc-vwmk198-2\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_subrow themify_builder_sub_row tf_w col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tb_aqd7198\" itemprop=\"text\">\n                <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column tb_0z49198 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_55zs198\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p class=\"translation-block\"><i>The treatment is performed exclusively with the hands. Through gentle mobilizations and, if necessary, specific techniques, joints, muscles, connective tissue, and organs are restored to better mobility. The treatment is always tailored to your body and your complaints.<\/i><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n            <li itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n            <h1 class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\" itemprop=\"name\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-vwmk198-3\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-vwmk198-3-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                    <i class=\"accordion-icon\"><svg  class=\"tf_fa tf-ti-info-alt\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tf-ti-info-alt\" xlink:href=\"#tf-ti-info-alt\"><\/use><\/svg><\/i>                                        <span class=\"accordion-title-wrap\">How long does a treatment take?<\/span>                <\/a>\n            <\/h1><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-vwmk198-3-content\" data-id=\"acc-vwmk198-3\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_subrow themify_builder_sub_row tf_w col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tb_dwek198\" itemprop=\"text\">\n                <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column tb_x2ys198 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_4qk2198\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p class=\"translation-block\"><i>A treatment at Osteopathie Herengracht lasts 45 minutes. During that time, there is sufficient time for examination, treatment, and explanation.<\/i><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n            <li itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n            <h1 class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\" itemprop=\"name\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-vwmk198-4\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-vwmk198-4-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                    <i class=\"accordion-icon\"><svg  class=\"tf_fa tf-ti-info-alt\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tf-ti-info-alt\" xlink:href=\"#tf-ti-info-alt\"><\/use><\/svg><\/i>                                        <span class=\"accordion-title-wrap\">How many treatments do I need?<\/span>                <\/a>\n            <\/h1><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-vwmk198-4-content\" data-id=\"acc-vwmk198-4\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_subrow themify_builder_sub_row tf_w col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tb_rjgt198\" itemprop=\"text\">\n                <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column tb_vcgz198 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_3206198\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p class=\"translation-block\">That varies from person to person. Some complaints improve after just one to three treatments. Long-standing or complex complaints sometimes require more time. During the first consultation, you will receive a realistic estimate of the expected course of treatment.<\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n            <li itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n            <h1 class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\" itemprop=\"name\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-vwmk198-5\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-vwmk198-5-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                    <i class=\"accordion-icon\"><svg  class=\"tf_fa tf-ti-info-alt\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tf-ti-info-alt\" xlink:href=\"#tf-ti-info-alt\"><\/use><\/svg><\/i>                                        <span class=\"accordion-title-wrap\">Can I expect a reaction after the treatment?<\/span>                <\/a>\n            <\/h1><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-vwmk198-5-content\" data-id=\"acc-vwmk198-5\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_subrow themify_builder_sub_row tf_w col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tb_k32x198\" itemprop=\"text\">\n                <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column tb_aqux198 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_hm1v198\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p class=\"translation-block\"><i>Yes. The body needs time to adjust. Some people feel better immediately, while others experience temporary fatigue, muscle pain, or a slight worsening of symptoms. This reaction usually disappears within one to three days.<\/i><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n            <li itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n            <h1 class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\" itemprop=\"name\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-vwmk198-6\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-vwmk198-6-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                    <i class=\"accordion-icon\"><svg  class=\"tf_fa tf-ti-info-alt\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tf-ti-info-alt\" xlink:href=\"#tf-ti-info-alt\"><\/use><\/svg><\/i>                                        <span class=\"accordion-title-wrap\">Can osteopathy be used preventively?<\/span>                <\/a>\n            <\/h1><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-vwmk198-6-content\" data-id=\"acc-vwmk198-6\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_subrow themify_builder_sub_row tf_w col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tb_u0ee198\" itemprop=\"text\">\n                <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column tb_ik1j198 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_pwo8198\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p class=\"translation-block\"><i>Yes. Even without clear symptoms, an osteopathic examination can be beneficial. By detecting movement restrictions early, the body can continue to function optimally and symptoms can potentially be prevented.<\/i><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n            <li itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n            <h1 class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\" itemprop=\"name\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-vwmk198-7\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-vwmk198-7-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                    <i class=\"accordion-icon\"><svg  class=\"tf_fa tf-ti-info-alt\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tf-ti-info-alt\" xlink:href=\"#tf-ti-info-alt\"><\/use><\/svg><\/i>                                        <span class=\"accordion-title-wrap\">What complaints can I come to you with?<\/span>                <\/a>\n            <\/h1><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-vwmk198-7-content\" data-id=\"acc-vwmk198-7\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_subrow themify_builder_sub_row tf_w col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tb_ufgo198\" itemprop=\"text\">\n                <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column tb_wgc8198 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_48k8198\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p class=\"translation-block\">It is virtually impossible to list all the complaints where osteopathy can play a role. The human body is complex and every situation is different. Are you unsure whether osteopathy can benefit you? Then please feel free to contact Osteopathie Herengracht. We are happy to think along with you and give you honest advice.<\/p>\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><i>On our website, you will find an overview by category of the most common complaints for which people visit our practice, such as complaints in adults, babies and children, pregnancy, and sports injuries.<\/i><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n            <li itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n            <h1 class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\" itemprop=\"name\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-vwmk198-8\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-vwmk198-8-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                    <i class=\"accordion-icon\"><svg  class=\"tf_fa tf-ti-info-alt\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tf-ti-info-alt\" xlink:href=\"#tf-ti-info-alt\"><\/use><\/svg><\/i>                                        <span class=\"accordion-title-wrap\">Is osteopathy safe?<\/span>                <\/a>\n            <\/h1><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-vwmk198-8-content\" data-id=\"acc-vwmk198-8\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_subrow themify_builder_sub_row tf_w col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tb_mar6198\" itemprop=\"text\">\n                <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column tb_gwpn198 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_89po198\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p class=\"translation-block\"><i>Yes. Osteopathy is a safe form of treatment. The treatment is always tailored to your age, health, and symptoms.<\/i><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n            <li itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n            <h1 class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\" itemprop=\"name\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-vwmk198-9\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-vwmk198-9-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                    <i class=\"accordion-icon\"><svg  class=\"tf_fa tf-ti-info-alt\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tf-ti-info-alt\" xlink:href=\"#tf-ti-info-alt\"><\/use><\/svg><\/i>                                        <span class=\"accordion-title-wrap\">Do I need a referral?<\/span>                <\/a>\n            <\/h1><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-vwmk198-9-content\" data-id=\"acc-vwmk198-9\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_subrow themify_builder_sub_row tf_w col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tb_85j7198\" itemprop=\"text\">\n                <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column tb_8jf6198 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_ewf4198\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p><i><i>No. You can make an appointment without a referral from your GP.<\/i><\/i><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n            <li itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n            <h1 class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\" itemprop=\"name\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-vwmk198-10\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-vwmk198-10-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                    <i class=\"accordion-icon\"><svg  class=\"tf_fa tf-ti-info-alt\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tf-ti-info-alt\" xlink:href=\"#tf-ti-info-alt\"><\/use><\/svg><\/i>                                        <span class=\"accordion-title-wrap\">Are the treatments reimbursed?<\/span>                <\/a>\n            <\/h1><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-vwmk198-10-content\" data-id=\"acc-vwmk198-10\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_subrow themify_builder_sub_row tf_w col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tb_hwom198\" itemprop=\"text\">\n                <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column tb_yn6v198 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_avpv198\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p class=\"translation-block\"><i>Many supplementary health insurance policies reimburse osteopathy in full or in part. Consult your health insurer to check which reimbursement applies under your policy.<\/i><\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n            <li itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n            <h1 class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\" itemprop=\"name\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-vwmk198-11\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-vwmk198-11-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                    <i class=\"accordion-icon\"><svg  class=\"tf_fa tf-ti-info-alt\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tf-ti-info-alt\" xlink:href=\"#tf-ti-info-alt\"><\/use><\/svg><\/i>                                        <span class=\"accordion-title-wrap\">When does an osteopath refer a patient?<\/span>                <\/a>\n            <\/h1><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-vwmk198-11-content\" data-id=\"acc-vwmk198-11\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\" itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_subrow themify_builder_sub_row tf_w col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tb_wrpe198\" itemprop=\"text\">\n                <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column tb_45t0198 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_syrd198\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p class=\"translation-block\"><i>A good osteopath knows not only what can be treated, but also when a referral is necessary. If the examination reveals that additional medical testing or treatment is desired, we will refer you to your general practitioner or a medical specialist. 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Staat uw vraag hier niet tussen, neem dan gerust contact met ons op.<\/p>\n<ul><li><h4>Hoe werkt een osteopaat?<\/h4><p><i>Een osteopaat kijkt niet alleen naar de plaats waar u pijn ervaart, maar onderzoekt het <\/i><i>lichaam als \u00e9\u00e9n geheel. Beweging van gewrichten, spieren, bindweefsel, organen en <\/i><i>het zenuwstelsel be\u00efnvloeden elkaar. Door de oorzaak van bewegingsverlies op te <\/i><i>sporen en te behandelen, stimuleert osteopathie het natuurlijke herstelvermogen van <\/i><i>het lichaam.<\/i><\/p><\/li><li><h4>Hoe verloopt het eerste onderzoek?<\/h4><p><i>Tijdens de eerste afspraak bespreken we uitgebreid uw klachten, medische <\/i><i>voorgeschiedenis, leefstijl en eventuele onderzoeken of behandelingen die u eerder <\/i><i>heeft gehad. Daarna volgt een lichamelijk onderzoek waarbij het hele lichaam wordt <\/i><i>bekeken om de onderliggende oorzaak van uw klachten te achterhalen.<\/i><\/p><\/li><li><h4>Hoe ziet een behandeling eruit?<\/h4><p><i>De behandeling gebeurt uitsluitend met de handen. Met zachte mobilisaties en, indien <\/i><i>nodig, specifieke technieken worden gewrichten, spieren, bindweefsel en organen weer <\/i><i>beter beweeglijk gemaakt. De behandeling wordt altijd afgestemd op uw lichaam en <\/i><i>uw klachten.<\/i><\/p><\/li><li><h4>Hoe lang duurt een behandeling?<\/h4><p><i>Een behandeling bij Osteopathie Herengracht duurt 45 minuten. In die tijd is er <\/i><i>voldoende ruimte voor onderzoek, behandeling en uitleg.<\/i><\/p><\/li><li><h4>Hoeveel behandelingen heb ik nodig?<\/h4><p><i>Dat verschilt per persoon. Sommige klachten verbeteren al na \u00e9\u00e9n tot drie <\/i><i>behandelingen. Langdurige of complexe klachten vragen soms meer tijd. Tijdens het <\/i><i>eerste consult krijgt u een realistische inschatting van het verwachte behandeltraject.<\/i><\/p><\/li><li><h4>Kan ik na de behandeling een reactie krijgen?<\/h4><p><i>Ja. Het lichaam heeft tijd nodig om zich aan te passen. Sommige mensen voelen zich <\/i><i>direct beter, terwijl anderen tijdelijk vermoeidheid, spierpijn of een lichte verergering <\/i><i>van de klachten ervaren. Deze reactie verdwijnt meestal binnen \u00e9\u00e9n tot drie dagen.<\/i><\/p><\/li><li><h4>Kan osteopathie preventief worden ingezet?<\/h4><p><i>Ja. Ook zonder duidelijke klachten kan een osteopathisch onderzoek zinvol zijn. Door <\/i><i>bewegingsbeperkingen vroegtijdig op te sporen, kan het lichaam optimaal blijven <\/i><i>functioneren en kunnen klachten mogelijk worden voorkomen.<\/i><\/p><\/li><li><h4>Met welke klachten kan ik terecht?<\/h4><p><i>Het is vrijwel onmogelijk om alle klachten op te sommen waarbij osteopathie een rol <\/i><i>kan spelen. Het menselijk lichaam is complex en iedere situatie is anders. Twijfelt u of <\/i><i>osteopathie iets voor u kan betekenen? Neem dan gerust contact op met Osteopathie <\/i><i>Herengracht. Wij denken graag met u mee en geven u een eerlijk advies.<\/i><\/p> <p><i>Op onze website vindt u per categorie een overzicht van de meest voorkomende <\/i><i>klachten waarvoor mensen onze praktijk bezoeken, zoals klachten bij volwassenen, <\/i><i>baby's en kinderen, zwangerschap en sportblessures.<\/i><\/p><\/li><li><h4>Is osteopathie veilig?<\/h4><p><i>Ja. Osteopathie is een veilige behandelvorm. De behandeling wordt altijd aangepast <\/i><i>aan uw leeftijd, gezondheid en klachten.<\/i><\/p><\/li><li><h4>Heb ik een verwijzing nodig?<\/h4><p><i>Nee. U kunt zonder verwijzing van de huisarts een afspraak maken.<\/i><\/p><\/li><li><h4>Worden de behandelingen vergoed?<\/h4><p><i>Veel aanvullende zorgverzekeringen vergoeden osteopathie geheel of gedeeltelijk. <\/i><i>Raadpleeg uw zorgverzekeraar om na te gaan welke vergoeding binnen uw polis van <\/i><i>toepassing is.<\/i><\/p><\/li><li><h4>Wanneer verwijst een osteopaat door?<\/h4><p><i>Een goede osteopaat weet niet alleen wat behandeld kan worden, maar ook wanneer <\/i><i>doorverwijzing nodig is. Wanneer tijdens het onderzoek blijkt dat aanvullend medisch <\/i><i>onderzoek of behandeling gewenst is, verwijzen wij u door naar uw huisarts of een <\/i><i>medisch specialist. Uw gezondheid staat altijd voorop.<\/i><\/p><\/li><\/ul>\n<p><i>Een osteopaat kijkt niet alleen naar de plaats waar u pijn ervaart, maar onderzoekt het <\/i><i>lichaam als \u00e9\u00e9n geheel. Beweging van gewrichten, spieren, bindweefsel, organen en <\/i><i>het zenuwstelsel be\u00efnvloeden elkaar. Door de oorzaak van bewegingsverlies op te <\/i><i>sporen en te behandelen, stimuleert osteopathie het natuurlijke herstelvermogen van <\/i><i>het lichaam.<\/i><\/p>\n<p><i>Tijdens de eerste afspraak bespreken we uitgebreid uw klachten, medische <\/i><i>voorgeschiedenis, leefstijl en eventuele onderzoeken of behandelingen die u eerder <\/i><i>heeft gehad. Daarna volgt een lichamelijk onderzoek waarbij het hele lichaam wordt <\/i><i>bekeken om de onderliggende oorzaak van uw klachten te achterhalen.<\/i><\/p>\n<p><i>De behandeling gebeurt uitsluitend met de handen. Met zachte mobilisaties en, indien <\/i><i>nodig, specifieke technieken worden gewrichten, spieren, bindweefsel en organen weer <\/i><i>beter beweeglijk gemaakt. De behandeling wordt altijd afgestemd op uw lichaam en <\/i><i>uw klachten.<\/i><\/p>\n<p><i>Een behandeling bij Osteopathie Herengracht duurt 45 minuten. In die tijd is er <\/i><i>voldoende ruimte voor onderzoek, behandeling en uitleg.<\/i><\/p>\n<p><i>Dat verschilt per persoon. Sommige klachten verbeteren al na \u00e9\u00e9n tot drie <\/i><i>behandelingen. Langdurige of complexe klachten vragen soms meer tijd. Tijdens het <\/i><i>eerste consult krijgt u een realistische inschatting van het verwachte behandeltraject.<\/i><\/p>\n<p><i>Ja. Het lichaam heeft tijd nodig om zich aan te passen. Sommige mensen voelen zich <\/i><i>direct beter, terwijl anderen tijdelijk vermoeidheid, spierpijn of een lichte verergering <\/i><i>van de klachten ervaren. Deze reactie verdwijnt meestal binnen \u00e9\u00e9n tot drie dagen.<\/i><\/p>\n<p><i>Ja. Ook zonder duidelijke klachten kan een osteopathisch onderzoek zinvol zijn. Door <\/i><i>bewegingsbeperkingen vroegtijdig op te sporen, kan het lichaam optimaal blijven <\/i><i>functioneren en kunnen klachten mogelijk worden voorkomen.<\/i><\/p>\n<p><i>Het is vrijwel onmogelijk om alle klachten op te sommen waarbij osteopathie een rol <\/i><i>kan spelen. Het menselijk lichaam is complex en iedere situatie is anders. Twijfelt u of <\/i><i>osteopathie iets voor u kan betekenen? Neem dan gerust contact op met Osteopathie <\/i><i>Herengracht. Wij denken graag met u mee en geven u een eerlijk advies.<\/i><\/p> <p><i>Op onze website vindt u per categorie een overzicht van de meest voorkomende <\/i><i>klachten waarvoor mensen onze praktijk bezoeken, zoals klachten bij volwassenen, <\/i><i>baby's en kinderen, zwangerschap en sportblessures.<\/i><\/p>\n<p><i>Ja. Osteopathie is een veilige behandelvorm. De behandeling wordt altijd aangepast <\/i><i>aan uw leeftijd, gezondheid en klachten.<\/i><\/p>\n<p><i>Nee. U kunt zonder verwijzing van de huisarts een afspraak maken.<\/i><\/p>\n<p><i>Veel aanvullende zorgverzekeringen vergoeden osteopathie geheel of gedeeltelijk. <\/i><i>Raadpleeg uw zorgverzekeraar om na te gaan welke vergoeding binnen uw polis van <\/i><i>toepassing is.<\/i><\/p>\n<p><i>Een goede osteopaat weet niet alleen wat behandeld kan worden, maar ook wanneer <\/i><i>doorverwijzing nodig is. Wanneer tijdens het onderzoek blijkt dat aanvullend medisch <\/i><i>onderzoek of behandeling gewenst is, verwijzen wij u door naar uw huisarts of een <\/i><i>medisch specialist. 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