Your Questions, Answered

  • Yes. While osteopathy is not covered by the RIZIV/INAMI mandatory state insurance, all Belgian mutualities (e.g., Partena, CM, Solidaris) provide partial reimbursement. Typically, they offer €10 to €12.50 per session, for up to 5–7 sessions per year. After your treatment, I will provide you with the official "attestation" (receipt) to send to your insurer.

  • No. In Belgium, osteopaths are primary healthcare providers. You do not need a prescription or a referral from your GP to book a session or to receive reimbursement from your mutuality. However, if you have private insurance (like DKV or EU institutions), they may sometimes require a prescription for higher reimbursement levels—it is best to check your specific policy.

  • While both treat musculoskeletal issues, a physiotherapist (kiné) in Belgium often focuses on rehabilitation, exercise, and specific injury recovery, usually following a doctor's prescription. Osteopathy is a more holistic, hands-on approach that looks at the body as a whole to find the root cause of pain, including spinal alignment, mobility, and lifestyle factors.

  • You should wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing. During the examination, you may be asked to undress down to your underwear to allow for a full postural assessment, but this is always at your comfort level. If you have any recent X-rays, MRI results, or medical reports related to your issue, please bring them along.

  • Absolutely. Our clinic is located in the Montgomery/Merode area, and we specialize in treating the international community in Brussels. All consultations are conducted in fluent English, and we are familiar with the specific needs of office-based workers (like "workstation fatigue") and the international insurance systems (like RCAM/JSIS for EU staff).

  • I understand that life in Brussels can be unpredictable. If you need to cancel or reschedule, please let me know as soon as possible so I can offer the slot to someone else in pain. There is no cancellation fee, but I kindly ask for 24 hours' notice whenever possible.