Physiotherapists and Osteopaths are Allied Health Professionals, recognised by the NHS, Specialists and Consultants and regulated by national governing bodies.
Osteopaths are statutorily regulated healthcare professionals under the General Osteopathic Council (GOsC) and are recognised as Allied Health Professionals nationally.
Physiotherapists are statutorily regulated healthcare professionals under the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and are recognised as Allied Health Professionals nationally.
Physiotherapists and osteopaths share similar assessment approaches and assess for systemic health issues alongside muscle, joint and bone health. Both deiver rehabilitation, education and exercise prescription.
Osteopathy may differ by placing greater emphasis on whole-body relationships and manual treatment techniques, while physiotherapy often places a stronger focus on movement rehabilitation, exercise therapy and restoring functional performance.