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Osteopathy: Does medical insurance cover this?

  • Publicado: 21/08/2026

Osteopathy is a set of techniques and treatments that have become increasingly popular in recent years due to the multiple health benefits. This therapeutic approach is particularly popular among people seeking to alleviate muscular and joint pain. So, it’s no wonder people want to know whether health insurance covers osteopathy treatments.

Below, we will explain what osteopathy is, how it is different from physiotherapy, which treatments Adeslas covers and how to find an osteopath through your Adeslas Medical Team. We will also discuss session limits, the importance of looking after our health and well-being and of lowering pain through manual techniques.

What is osteopathy and what are its benefits?

Osteopathy is a type of therapy that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of dysfunctions in body systems through non-invasive manual techniques. Unlike other therapeutic interventions, osteopathy proposes a holistic approach, treating the body as a functional, interconnected unit. Its main aim is to restore balance and harmony between body structures to improve the patient’s health and general well-being. So, it is very effective for muscular-skeletal system disorders such as pain in the back, neck and shoulders, but also for discomfort during pregnancy and sports injuries.

Osteopathy has also been shown to be highly effective at treating sprains, muscle cramps, loss of feeling in the extremities, tendinitis and problems stemming from scoliosis or poor posture. Bear in mind that, even though osteopaths have been relatively successful in treating migraines, painful menstruation and depressive disorders, there is no conclusive evidence that supports osteopathy as an effective treatment in these cases. In terms of digestion, osteopathy is also useful for treating irritable bowel, certain hernias, constipation and gastritis. It is also successful in dealing with problems such as incontinence, cystitis, discomfort stemming from menopause, asthma and bronchitis.

The main benefits of osteopathy are:

  • To alleviate pain

    By using structural osteopathy techniques, osteopaths can alleviate muscular and joint pain, both one-off incidents and chronic disorders.

  • To improve mobility

    Manual therapies improve flexibility and joint mobility, encouraging increased freedom of movement.

  • Treating sports injuries

    Osteopathic treatment for sports injuries aim to accelerate the recovery process, alleviate pain and identify any imbalances in the body that might be aggravating the injury.

  • General health

    By improving the function of the body’s systems, osteopathy promotes general well-being and helps to prevent future ailments.
     

How is it different from physiotherapy and chiropractic adjustment?

Even though osteopathy, physiotherapy and chiropractic adjustment share certain similarities, each one has different approaches and techniques.

The main difference between osteopathy and physiotherapy lies in their approach and treatment philosophy. Osteopathy adopts a holistic approach, treating the body as an interconnected unit, searching for the root cause of problems to correct them through manual techniques. This discipline includes not just the muscles and bones, but also the internal organs and other body systems to reach overall balance. On the other hand, physiotherapy is more analytical and is focussed on physical rehabilitation through therapeutic exercises, movements, massages and other physical techniques. Its main aim is to improve mobility and to alleviate pain using methods based on scientific evidence. Even though both disciplines can be complementary, their perspective on diagnosis and treatment is what distinguishes them, with osteopathy being more general and physiotherapy more specific in locating physical dysfunctions.

The differences between osteopathy and chiropractic adjustment lie in their approaches and techniques. Osteopathy focuses on a general understanding of the body, searching for balance between all the different systems (musculoskeletal, nervous, visceral) using slow, gentle manipulations. Osteopaths believe that one part of the body can impact other parts, which is why they have a holistic approach to treatment. Chiropractic adjustment, on the other hand, focuses mainly on the spine and its relationship with the nervous system. Chiropractors make quick, specific adjustments to the vertebrae to correct misalignments, with the aim of improving the nervous function and alleviating pain.

In conclusion, physiotherapy, chiropractic adjustment and osteopathy all aim to reduce pain, but they do so with slightly different approaches.
 


Frequently asked questions

Even though osteopathy is not covered by the insurance policy, this additional service can be accessed by paying an excess directly to the professional. From the Additional Service tab in the Adeslas medical team you can find a list of professionals in different provinces.

Osteopathy services at Adeslas range from initial consultations to continual follow-ups. The treatments available include articular, cranial and visceral osteopathy, complemented with the opportunity to speak with other health specialists. This approach ensures comprehensive, personalised treatment.

The waiting period is the time that needs to pass after taking out health insurance before you can access certain services. As regards osteopathy coverage at Adeslas, there is no waiting period. So, you can contract the services of an Adeslas osteopath from the additional services tab.

To find an osteopath who has formed an agreement with Adeslas, you can access the medical team in your Customer Area. In the “Additional services” option, choose “Osteopathy” and you will be offered a list with all the professionals and clinics available. You can filter the search by specialty and location to find your closest osteopath.

Osteopathy is an excellent option for those seeking to alleviate pain naturally and to improve their general health and well-being. Using manual therapies and a holistic approach, osteopaths can treat a wide range of health problems. Health insurance policies like those from Adeslas also give you the option to undergo multiple osteopathy treatments, enabling more people to benefit from this technique.