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What Is The Difference Between An Osteopath And A Chiropractor?

The difference between an osteopath and a chiropractor is a very commonly asked question and one that is also not easy to answer because there is so much overlap between the two professions.

Both osteopaths and chiropractors are Primary Healthcare Practitioners, meaning that you don’t need a doctor’s referral to be seen by either. It also means that practitioners of both professions are qualified to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal conditions.

Osteopaths and Chiropractors both use joint manipulations (the techniques where you hear a click) on joints all over the body although the techniques may vary slightly. But this is where the similarities seem to finish. More often than not chiropractors only manipulate joints, whereas osteopaths massage and stretch muscles, mobilise joints, work on the visceral systems and other techniques like acupuncture, taping and nutrition if they have done further study in those things.

Principally the main difference of treatment appoach is in the philosophy.

Osteopaths believe that a problem could have developed as a result of a disfunction elsewhere in the body, whereas chiropractors belive that problems arise as a result of a disfunction in the spine.

Nowadays it can be difficult to tell whether a practitioner is an osteopath or a chiropractor based on observation of treatments alone as some osteopaths may treat like traditional chiropractors, purely manipulating the spine, and some chiropractors may treat more like osteopaths, including more soft tissue techniques.

In general terms, chiropractors use a lot more equipment such as X-Rays and Spinal Mouse in their consultations to get an idea of the problem but this is all done with clothes on, whereas osteopaths tend not to use equipment but instead look at their patients in a state of undress (underwear always stays on) so that they can see areas of disfunction.

This allows osteopaths to not only see dysfunction but also other important factors such as scars, changes in skin colour or texture and even looking for things that you can’t see yourself like unhealthy appearing moles for example.

All of our osteopaths here in North Finchley are extremely competent clinically and are knowledgeable about other aspects of your health and fitness so feel free to ask them any questions you may have.

If you would like to find out more or book an appointment then call us today on 0203 356 7060 or email us at info@precisionwellbeing.co.uk.

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*DISCLAIMER: The below reviews are customer reviews and are not necessarily reflective of typical results. Results may vary on an individual basis.

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5.0
Precision Wellbeing Group
Precision Wellbeing Group
5.0
Paul Branch
Paul Branch
11:55 22 Oct 18
I went to see Ashley with a bad back that left me unable to run, train or even walk properly. His help and treatments have very quickly got me back to normal and he's given me a lot of great advice and guidance for maintaining my fitness long term. I've met a few of the team there and everyone is very friendly, welcoming and professional. It's a great setup and I couldn't recommend him more highly.
Jamie Dunn
Jamie Dunn
11:47 13 Aug 18
Really enjoyed training with Ashley – I'd barely set foot inside a gym before but over 6-8 weeks he taught me a variety of exercises for the whole body and gave me the confidence to train on my own, as well as offering nutritional advice and helping me work to improve a knee problem. Everyone at Precision Wellbeing is friendly and welcoming too, and it's a really nice space to exercise in. Thanks!
SJ S
SJ S
13:10 27 Sep 18
Could not recommend the services offered by Precision Wellbeing Group more; I read some of the other great reviews on here before booking an appointment, and if anything the service I received exceeded my expectations. I saw Ashley for an initial consultation and then several follow-up sessions for muscle pain in my back; I was able to book my first consultation same day, and was able to book flexibly around my work schedule for all subsequent appointments. Ashley was extremely professional and highly knowledgeable, with a friendly conversational manner that helped to put me at ease at a time when I was suffering from quite a lot of pain. From the first appointment I noticed an improvement, but I was also impressed by how thorough the assessment and follow-up process was; it really helped me to feel more relaxed and reassured about my recovery. I've really noticed how both the treatment/exercises during sessions and recommendations for home have helped significantly with my back. I also feel skilled up with the exercises and recommendations I need to build my strength up and avoid re-injury moving forward. Overall, a great service that I would recommend to anyone.
Ben Freedman
Ben Freedman
15:15 18 Jun 18
Highly recommend. Michael has been absolutely superb. I have been seeing him due to a prolapsed disc and sciatica down my left leg. I have seen many back specialists in the past and have to say Michael is up there with the best. Very learned, very educated and informative and a pleasure to be around
Tamara Smith
Tamara Smith
12:27 31 Jul 18
I couldn't turn my head left or right for 2 weeks. One session with Ashley and my mobility is back, I understand where the issue originated and what postural/habit changes I need to make. I'm sending all my friends to him - thank you!
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Paul Branch
Paul Branch
11:55 22 Oct 18
I went to see Ashley with a bad back that left me unable to run, train or even walk properly. His help and treatments have very quickly got me back to normal and he's given me a lot of great advice and guidance for maintaining my fitness long term. I've met a few of the team there and everyone is very friendly, welcoming and professional. It's a great setup and I couldn't recommend him more highly.
Jamie Dunn
Jamie Dunn
11:47 13 Aug 18
Really enjoyed training with Ashley – I'd barely set foot inside a gym before but over 6-8 weeks he taught me a variety of exercises for the whole body and gave me the confidence to train on my own, as well as offering nutritional advice and helping me work to improve a knee problem. Everyone at Precision Wellbeing is friendly and welcoming too, and it's a really nice space to exercise in. Thanks!
SJ S
SJ S
13:10 27 Sep 18
Could not recommend the services offered by Precision Wellbeing Group more; I read some of the other great reviews on here before booking an appointment, and if anything the service I received exceeded my expectations. I saw Ashley for an initial consultation and then several follow-up sessions for muscle pain in my back; I was able to book my first consultation same day, and was able to book flexibly around my work schedule for all subsequent appointments. Ashley was extremely professional and highly knowledgeable, with a friendly conversational manner that helped to put me at ease at a time when I was suffering from quite a lot of pain. From the first appointment I noticed an improvement, but I was also impressed by how thorough the assessment and follow-up process was; it really helped me to feel more relaxed and reassured about my recovery. I've really noticed how both the treatment/exercises during sessions and recommendations for home have helped significantly with my back. I also feel skilled up with the exercises and recommendations I need to build my strength up and avoid re-injury moving forward. Overall, a great service that I would recommend to anyone.
Ben Freedman
Ben Freedman
15:15 18 Jun 18
Highly recommend. Michael has been absolutely superb. I have been seeing him due to a prolapsed disc and sciatica down my left leg. I have seen many back specialists in the past and have to say Michael is up there with the best. Very learned, very educated and informative and a pleasure to be around
Tamara Smith
Tamara Smith
12:27 31 Jul 18
I couldn't turn my head left or right for 2 weeks. One session with Ashley and my mobility is back, I understand where the issue originated and what postural/habit changes I need to make. I'm sending all my friends to him - thank you!
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*DISCLAIMER: The above reviews are customer reviews and are not necessarily reflective of typical results. Results may vary on an individual basis.

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London
N20 0EX

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