Category: Education

Osteopathy, physiotherapy and chiropractic are separate healthcare professions, but there can be considerable overlap in the types of musculoskeletal concerns they see and some of the approaches they use. That can make it difficult to understand what actually sets them apart.

Dry needling and acupuncture both use fine needles, so it is understandable that the two are often confused. While they may look similar, they come from different approaches and the reasoning behind how they are used can differ.

Myotherapy and remedial massage have plenty in common, so it is understandable that people are not always sure what the difference is. While both may involve hands-on treatment, myotherapy can also incorporate approaches such as dry needling, exercise and movement strategies.

Remedial massage is a familiar term, but it is not always clear what makes it different from other types of massage.