{"id":11765,"date":"2026-10-24T22:09:52","date_gmt":"2026-10-24T22:09:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/4balance.ch\/?page_id=11765"},"modified":"2026-11-14T19:32:52","modified_gmt":"2026-11-14T19:32:52","slug":"osteopathy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/4balance.ch\/en\/osteopathy\/","title":{"rendered":"Osteopathy"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 has-pattern-background has-mask-background hundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling fusion-no-small-visibility\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-right:50px;--awb-padding-left:50px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-one-full fusion-column-first fusion-column-last\" 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has-pattern-background has-mask-background hundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling fusion-no-medium-visibility fusion-no-large-visibility\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-right:30px;--awb-padding-left:30px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-one-full fusion-column-first fusion-column-last\" style=\"--awb-padding-top:30px;--awb-bg-size:cover;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\"><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:50px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-2 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-one\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h1 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"margin:0;--fontSize:32;line-height:1.16;\">Osteopathy in Muttenz<\/h1><\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-3 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:40px;--awb-padding-right:30px;--awb-padding-bottom:60px;--awb-padding-left:30px;--awb-background-color:#f6f4f4;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-blend:overlay;--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><style>.trx .hd.mt,.trx .sp.mt{margin-top:64px}.trx .gr.nb{margin-bottom:0}.trx .cd.au{border-top-color:#94702d}.trx .cd.au .tg{background:#faf3e3;color:#7c5e26}.trx .bx{margin:28px 0 0;padding:18px 22px;background:#fff;border-left:3px solid #94702d;border-radius:10px}.trx .bx strong{color:#33383e}.trx .lst{background:#fff;border-radius:14px;padding:26px 30px;margin:0;columns:2 300px;column-gap:48px}.trx .fq{max-width:900px}.trx .fq details{background:#fff;border-radius:12px;padding:16px 20px;margin-bottom:10px}.trx .fq summary{cursor:pointer;font-weight:700;color:#33383e}.trx .fq details p{margin-top:10px}.trx .ft.mt{margin-top:48px}.trx .bt.ol{background:transparent!important;color:#980d2c!important;border-color:#980d2c!important}.trx .cd .d a{color:#980d2c;text-decoration:underline}.trx .ps{display:flex;gap:18px;align-items:center;margin-top:22px;padding:16px;background:#fff;border-radius:14px;max-width:440px}.trx .ps img{width:84px;height:84px;object-fit:cover;border-radius:50%}.trx .ps strong{display:block;color:#33383e}<\/style>\n<div class=\"trx\"><a class=\"bk\" href=\"https:\/\/4balance.ch\/en\/physiotherapy-overview\/#therapie-training\">\u2190 Therapy and training<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"sp\">\n<div>\n<p class=\"eb\">Osteopathy<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"h2\">Looking at the body as a whole<\/h2>\n<p class=\"tx ld\">Osteopathy is a holistic form of manual therapy that combines experience with modern science. Based on anatomy, physiology and neurology, the osteopath looks at your complaints in context \u2013 with the aim of finding the cause and promoting the body&#8217;s balance in the long term.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ps\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/4balance.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Joachim.jpg\" alt=\"Joachim Dierker, osteopath\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\"><\/p>\n<div><strong>Joachim Dierker<\/strong><span class=\"tx\">Qualified osteopath \u00b7 EMR-registered, recognised by most supplementary insurers<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bts\"><a class=\"bt\" href=\"https:\/\/4balance.ch\/en\/book-appointment\/\">Book an appointment<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"im\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/4balance.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Osteopathie.jpg\" alt=\"Osteopathy at 4 Balance\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"hd mt\">\n<p class=\"eb\">How it works<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"h2\">How does osteopathy work?<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"gr\" style=\"--mw:250px\">\n<div class=\"cd\"><span class=\"tg\">1 \u00b7 Interview<\/span><strong>Detailed consultation<\/strong><span class=\"d\">Complaints, history, life circumstances \u2013 and checking for warning signs that need medical assessment.<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"cd\"><span class=\"tg\">2 \u00b7 Examination<\/span><strong>With the hands<\/strong><span class=\"d\">The osteopath looks for movement restrictions and connections between different regions of the body.<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"cd\"><span class=\"tg\">3 \u00b7 Treatment<\/span><strong>Gentle and targeted<\/strong><span class=\"d\">Manual techniques are used to treat dysfunctions and support the body&#8217;s self-regulation.<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"cd au\"><span class=\"tg\">4 \u00b7 Frequency<\/span><strong>About once a week<\/strong><span class=\"d\">Treatments usually take place about a week apart \u2013 supplemented by tips for everyday life.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"hd mt\">\n<p class=\"eb\">Scientific evidence<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"h2\">What studies on osteopathy show<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"gr nb\" style=\"--mw:300px\">\n<div class=\"cd au\"><span class=\"tg\">Back pain<\/span><strong>Less pain, better function<\/strong><span class=\"d\">An analysis of 15 studies found a clinically relevant effect of osteopathic treatment on pain and function in non-specific low back pain \u2013 for both acute and chronic complaints.<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"cd au\"><span class=\"tg\">Pregnancy<\/span><strong>Also around childbirth<\/strong><span class=\"d\">The same review showed positive effects for back pain during pregnancy and after childbirth.<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"cd au\"><span class=\"tg\">State of research<\/span><strong>More research needed<\/strong><span class=\"d\">For many other applications, the evidence is still limited. The authors recommend larger, high-quality studies.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"tx bx\"><strong>Our approach:<\/strong> At 4 Balance, osteopathy complements physiotherapy and training. If needed, we coordinate within the team so that you receive the right treatment.<\/p>\n<div class=\"sp mt\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"im\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/4balance.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/4Balance-Basel-30.04-3.jpg\" alt=\"Osteopathic treatment\" loading=\"lazy\" title=\"\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"eb\">Indications<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"h2\">Possible indications<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"ck s\">\n<li>Back and neck pain, lumbago, sciatica<\/li>\n<li>Tension, headaches and migraine<\/li>\n<li>Dizziness and jaw complaints<\/li>\n<li>Consequences of accidents such as whiplash<\/li>\n<li>Digestive, menstrual and pregnancy-related complaints<\/li>\n<li>Support after surgery<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"hd mt\">\n<p class=\"eb\">Prices<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"h2\">Duration and price<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"gr\" style=\"--mw:300px;max-width:440px\">\n<div class=\"pc dk\">\n<div class=\"ph\"><span>50 minutes<\/span><strong>Osteopathy<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"pb\">\n<ul class=\"ck s\">\n<li>Billed per 5 minutes: CHF 14<\/li>\n<li>EMR-registered \u2013 many supplementary insurers contribute<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"pf\">Price<strong>CHF 140<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"hd mt\">\n<p class=\"eb\">FAQ<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"h2\">Frequently asked questions about osteopathy<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"fq\">\n<details>\n<summary>Will my health insurance cover the costs?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"tx\">Osteopathy is not covered by basic health insurance. As our osteopath is registered with the <a href=\"https:\/\/emr.ch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">EMR<\/a> , many supplementary insurers contribute to the costs. Not all do: Visana and Assura, for example, do not cover any costs. Please therefore check cost coverage with your supplementary insurer before treatment.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Do I need a doctor&#8217;s prescription?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"tx\">No, osteopathy does not require a doctor&#8217;s prescription. You can book an appointment directly.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>What is the difference from physiotherapy?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"tx\">Both work with the hands. Physiotherapy places a stronger emphasis on active training and is covered by basic insurance with a prescription. Osteopathy looks particularly closely at the connections between regions of the body.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>What should I know before the first treatment?<\/summary>\n<p class=\"tx\">Check with your supplementary insurer in advance whether and how much it contributes to the costs. Bring any existing reports and wear comfortable clothing. You can find more answers in our <a href=\"https:\/\/4balance.ch\/en\/faq\/\">FAQ<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"tx ft mt\">Sources: Franke H et al., BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2014 (osteopathy for non-specific low back pain)<\/p>\n<div class=\"bd\">\n<div style=\"flex:1 1 420px\">\n<p class=\"bt1\">Appointment with Joachim Dierker<\/p>\n<p class=\"bt2\">Osteopathy in Muttenz \u2013 complementing physiotherapy and training.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bts\" style=\"margin:0\"><a class=\"bt wht\" href=\"https:\/\/4balance.ch\/en\/book-appointment\/\">Book an appointment<\/a><a class=\"bt gh\" href=\"tel:+41614612827\">061 461 28 27<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"100-width.php","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-11765","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/4balance.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/11765","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/4balance.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/4balance.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/4balance.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/4balance.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=11765"}],"version-history":[{"count":15,"href":"https:\/\/4balance.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/11765\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":14110,"href":"https:\/\/4balance.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/11765\/revisions\/14110"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/4balance.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=11765"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}