Check out the frequently asked questions about Osteopathy treatments, Physiotherapy, Yoga, Pilates, Massage, Home Services, Techniques, session duration and results.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t
Our clinic is located on Cal\u00e7ada da Ajuda in Bel\u00e9m, Lisbon, next to the Lu\u00eds de Cam\u00f5es Theatre.<\/p>\n
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https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/vcdwLA3LjrixtyFNA<\/a><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t Monday to Friday, 9am to 8pm (working days only)<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t Yes, all appointments must be booked in advance.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t You can book preferably by WhatsApp, but also by phone or via the booking form on our website on page Contact<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t Physiotherapy treats traumatic and chronic injuries, promoting rehabilitation without the need for surgery or medication in many cases.\u00a0<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t Osteopathy treats chronic pain, postural problems and muscle tension through specialised manual techniques, promoting body and functional balance.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t Yes! Osteopathy can help relieve back and pelvic pain<\/strong> resulting from physical changes during pregnancy.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t Yes, osteopathy improves physical and neuromuscular balance<\/strong>accelerating the recovery from most sports injuries<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t Pilates improves posture and strengthens the body through clinical exercises, while Yoga combines movement, breathing and spirituality for physical and mental balance.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t Check out the frequently asked questions about Osteopathy treatments, Physiotherapy, Yoga, Pilates, Massage, Home Services, Techniques, session duration and results. Where is the OsteoSalvador Clinic located? Our clinic is located on Cal\u00e7ada da Ajuda, in Bel\u00e9m, Lisbon, next to the Lu\u00eds de Cam\u00f5es Theatre. Link to GPS: https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/vcdwLA3LjrixtyFNA What are the opening...<\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":994,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1423","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/osteosalvador.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1423","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/osteosalvador.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/osteosalvador.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/osteosalvador.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/osteosalvador.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1423"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/osteosalvador.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1423\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1429,"href":"https:\/\/osteosalvador.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1423\/revisions\/1429"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/osteosalvador.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/994"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/osteosalvador.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1423"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/osteosalvador.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1423"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/osteosalvador.pt\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1423"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}What are the opening hours?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t
Do you need to book in advance or do you accept appointments?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t
How can I book an appointment at OsteoSalvador?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t
What payment methods do you accept?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\tWe accept payments by bank card, cash and MBWay<\/strong>.\n\t\t\t\t
Does the clinic accept health insurance?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\tWe don't have direct agreements with insurance companies. However, some insurers allow reimbursement for our consultations<\/strong>. We recommend that you consult your insurance company for more information.\n\t\t\t\t
Does OsteoSalvador have an agreement with the SNS (National Health System)?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\tNo, currently we have no agreement with the NHS<\/strong>.\n\t\t\t\t
Can I cancel or reschedule an appointment?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\tYes, you can reschedule your appointment whenever necessary. All we ask is that notice is given at least 24 hours in advance<\/strong>so that we can make the place available for another patient.\n\t\t\t\t
Are osteopathy treatments suitable for all ages?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\tYes, anyone can use our services. If you have any questions, get in touch<\/strong><\/a> with us to assess your case beforehand.\n\t\t\t\t
Is there a car park near the clinic?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\tYes, there are several options for free car parking<\/strong> near the clinic, namely in Travessa das Zebras<\/strong>.\n\t\t\t\t
How long does an osteopathy appointment last?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\tConsultations last an average of 1 hour<\/strong>.\n\t\t\t\t
Are osteopathy treatments painful?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\tThe techniques used vary in intensity according to the patient's needs. Our professionals ensure that the treatment is the as comfortable as possible<\/strong>Always respect your body's limits.\n\t\t\t\t
QUESTIONS ABOUT PHYSIOTHERAPY<\/strong><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t
What is physiotherapy for and who can benefit from it?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\tPhysiotherapy is indicated for pain treatment<\/strong>, muscle injuries<\/strong> and post-surgical recovery<\/strong>It helps restore the body's functionality.\n\t\t\t\t
What are the main problems treated by physiotherapy?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\tPhysiotherapy treats traumatic injuries<\/strong> as sprains, muscle tears, tendonitis<\/strong> and problems ligaments and joints<\/strong>.\n\t\t\t\t
How is the initial assessment carried out in physiotherapy?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\tIn physiotherapy, the assessment includes analysing the patient's history<\/strong>physical examinations and, where necessary, complementary imaging tests<\/strong> (X-ray, CT scan, magnetic resonance imaging).\n\t\t\t\t
How many physiotherapy sessions are needed to see results?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\tThe number of sessions varies according to the condition. Some lesions can be resolved in 1 or 2 sessions<\/strong>while post-surgical rehabilitation<\/strong> can take months.\n\t\t\t\t
Can physiotherapy replace pain medication?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\tYes, physiotherapy can be a natural alternative to painkillers<\/strong>It treats the cause of the pain without the need for medication. Only severe cases may require pharmacological support.\n\t\t\t\t
Can the physiotherapist carry out an assessment before the doctor?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\tYes, physiotherapy is a top profession<\/strong>allowing the physiotherapist to make a preliminary functional diagnosis<\/strong> without the need for prior medical assessment.\n\t\t\t\t
QUESTIONS ABOUT OSTEOPATHY<\/strong><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t
What is osteopathy and how does it work?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\tTo osteopathy<\/strong> is a health profession that approaches the body in a different way. holistic<\/strong>analysing the anatomy, biomechanics and clinical history<\/strong> of the patient to formulate a diagnosis and personalised treatment<\/strong>.\n\t\t\t\t
What is the difference between osteopathy and physiotherapy?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\tTo physiotherapy<\/strong> focuses on injuries acute and traumatic<\/strong>using technological means and clinical practice<\/strong>. The osteopathy<\/strong> is based on mainly in manual techniques<\/strong>and is best suited to chronic problems or pain with no apparent cause<\/strong>.\n\t\t\t\t
How are osteopathy and physiotherapy similar?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\tBoth are first-line professions in physical diagnosis<\/strong>with in-depth knowledge of anatomy, biomechanics, physiology and pathology<\/strong>. In addition, some manual techniques are similar<\/strong> between the two practices.\n\t\t\t\t
What kind of problems does osteopathy treat?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\tOsteopathy works mainly on chronic conditions<\/strong> as back pain, neck pain and migraines<\/strong>. It is also effective in the treatment of postural problems and muscle tension<\/strong>.\n\t\t\t\t
Is osteopathy safe for pregnant women?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t
Can osteopathy help with recovery from sports injuries?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t
DOUBTS ABOUT PILATES AND YOGA<\/strong><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t
What's the difference between Pilates and Yoga?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\tO Pilates<\/strong> is a method of clinical exercise<\/strong> focused on postural health, muscle strengthening and rehabilitation<\/strong>. The Yoga<\/strong> is a more holistic<\/strong>by combining movement, breathing and meditation<\/strong>promoting physical and mental balance.\n\t\t\t\t
Are Pilates and Yoga suitable for all ages?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\tYes, both practices can be adapted for all ages and fitness levels<\/strong>. Teachers assess the individual needs<\/strong> of each student to ensure safe and effective training.\n\t\t\t\t
Can the exercises be adapted for people with injuries?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\tYes! Pilates<\/strong> as in Yoga<\/strong>The exercises can be personalised<\/strong> for people with injuries or physical limitations, helping with rehabilitation and strengthening without excessive impact<\/strong>.","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"