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Osteopathy Europe
The Voice of Osteopathy in Europe The Association shall strive to generate all forms of osteopathy-related scientific research.

The purpose of the Association, which shall be devoid of any profit-oriented spirit, shall be the defence and promotion of osteopathy. Its mission shall be to promote and harmonize the profession in all countries of the European Union and the Council of Europe with all means at its disposal.

In all countries of the European Union and the Council of Europe, it shall collect data on the agreed conditions and modalities governing the exercise of the profession in the respective countries (education and training criteria, organisation of the profession and defence of professional interests, codes of ethics and conduct...). It shall strive to support its affiliated national organisations in attaining in their country – if necessary - a level of education as well as rules and regulations, which are compatible with the osteopaths’ aspiration of exercising a profession with a high level of responsibility, with specific skills as primary contact health care provider. The Association shall make efforts to work for the free choice of therapies and therapists, the free movement of practising osteopaths in the member states of the European Union. The Association shall be the liaison body for the administrative bodies of the European
Union. The mission of the Association shall not include a direct intervention with national authorities, unless its national affiliate demands such an intervention or unless there is no national organisation. L'association, qui est dénuée de tout esprit de lucre, a pour objet la défense et la promotion de l'ostéopathie. Elle vise à promouvoir et harmoniser la profession dans tous les pays de l'Union Européenne et du Conseil de l'Europe par tous les moyens à sa disposition. Elle collecte pour l'ensemble des pays de l'Union Européenne et du Conseil de l'Europe les conditions et les modes d'exercice agréés dans ces différents pays (critères de formation, organisation et défense professionnelles, références éthiques et déontologiques...).
STATUTS de l’ASSOCIATION INTERNATIONALE FEO A.I.S.B.L. / EFO I.N.P.A.

Elle œuvre pour aider les organisations nationales membres à obtenir, si nécessaire, un niveau de formation et des règles d'exercice compatibles, dans leur pays, avec l'aspiration des ostéopathes à exercer une profession à haut degré de responsabilité, à compétences spécifiques en tant que consultant de première intention. Elle vise à susciter toutes recherches scientifiques en rapport avec l'ostéopathie. L’association s’efforce d’œuvrer pour le libre choix thérapeutique et du thérapeute, la liberté de circulation des praticiens dans les états membres de l’Union. L’association sera l’interlocutrice auprès des instances de l’Union Européenne. L’association n’a pas pour vocation à intervenir directement avec les autorités nationales sauf sur demande de l’organisation nationale membre ou en cas de non existence d’organisation nationale.

09/04/2026

Osteopathy Europe is pleased to announce that Tomas Collin has taken on the role of President of the organisation, following elections held in Salzburg, Austria last month.

Tomas brings extensive experience in both clinical practice and professional leadership. A licensed osteopath with a Master’s degree in clinical practice, he currently serves as President of the Norwegian Association of Osteopaths, alongside his clinical work in Færder, Norway.

He has been actively involved in Osteopathy Europe for several years, serving as a Board member and Treasurer since 2023 and Chair of the Education Committee since 2021, where he has contributed to the development of educational standards and collaboration across Europe.

Tomas has also played an important role in advancing the profession at a national level, supporting the recognition and development of osteopathy in Norway, including progress towards regulation and professional standards.

He takes on the presidency following the conclusion of Hanna Tómasdóttir’s term, continuing the strong work and collaborative spirit developed during her leadership.

With a strong interest in health promotion and the role of osteopathy in public health, Tomas brings a thoughtful and forward-looking perspective to Osteopathy Europe.
We look forward to working together as Osteopathy Europe continues to strengthen collaboration, support high standards, and promote the profession across Europe.

Photo by Taro Ebihara

05/04/2026

Osteopathy Europe wishes you a joyful Easter filled with warmth, happiness, and well-being. ✨

30/03/2026

At the Osteopathy Europe Spring Meeting in Salzburg, participants explored the role of Artificial Intelligence in osteopathy through an interactive workshop using the Six Thinking Hats method.
This structured framework, developed by Edward de Bono, encourages groups to examine complex topics from multiple perspectives, including opportunities, risks, creativity, emotions, and strategic direction.

The discussion generated a wide range of ideas, from potential uses of AI in clinical administration and research analysis, to important considerations around patient safety, professional identity, and data privacy.

Workshops like this help ensure that the osteopathic profession can engage thoughtfully with emerging technologies while maintaining a strong focus on ethics, patient care, and professional responsibility.

26/03/2026

We are delighted to welcome Dr Julie Ellwood as a new member of the Osteopathy Europe Board.

Julie is the current president of the Osteopathic Council of Ireland since November 2024, and she plays a key role in the path to achieve Statutory Regulation for Osteopathy in Ireland. She is a joint author of the 2020 Global Report for the Osteopathic International Association (OIA).
Julie brings extensive professional experience and a strong commitment to advancing osteopathic practice, education, and collaboration within the profession.

Her expertise will contribute to the organisation’s ongoing work supporting member organisations and strengthening the role of osteopathy across Europe.

We look forward to working together in the years ahead.

24/03/2026

Osteopathy Europe is pleased to welcome Giacomo Consorti as a new member of the Board.

Giacomo brings valuable experience and commitment to the development of osteopathy in Europe. His professional background and engagement with the osteopathic community will contribute to the organisation’s ongoing work to promote collaboration between member organisations and support the advancement of the profession.

We look forward to working together to strengthen Osteopathy Europe’s mission of promoting high professional standards, cooperation, and recognition for osteopathy across Europe.

21/03/2026

At the Salzburg Spring Meeting, Christian Møller delivered an insightful presentation exploring the role of Artificial Intelligence in osteopathy and healthcare.

The session examined both the potential and the limitations of AI, including how language models work, the risks of bias and overconfidence, and the importance of understanding what these systems can and cannot do.

Key themes included ethical considerations such as data privacy, transparency, and responsible use, as well as the practical applications of AI within organisations and clinical settings — particularly in areas such as administration, communication, and workflow support.

The presentation highlighted that while AI offers clear opportunities, it also requires critical thinking, professional judgement, and ethical awareness.

These conversations are becoming increasingly important as healthcare systems continue to evolve.

19/03/2026

We extend our sincere thanks to Vice-President Lluís Horta, who concluded his term at the Salzburg meeting.

The moment was a particularly emotional one, as Lluís reflected on the evolution of the organisation over the years. He described how Osteopathy Europe has grown and developed over the years to become a vibrant, welcoming, and collaborative community that members now speak of with pride.

Lluís played an important role during a key period of change for the organisation, including the rebranding from EFFO to Osteopathy Europe, helping shape a more modern and outward-looking identity for the profession at European level.

His contribution to strengthening relationships between member organisations and improving the visibility of osteopathy across Europe will leave a lasting legacy.

Thank you, Lluís, for your commitment, energy, and service to the profession.

17/03/2026

At the closing of the Osteopathy Europe Spring Meeting in Salzburg, members said a heartfelt farewell to President Hanna Tómasdóttir, who has reached the end of her term.

The moment was particularly meaningful as Hanna reflected on her journey within the organisation. Her first meeting with the European osteopathic community took place in Vienna, representing the former FORE (Forum for Osteopathic Regulation in Europe) structure, which later merged with the EFO (European Federation of Osteopaths) to form EFFO and later Osteopathy Europe.

She concluded her presidency in Salzburg, once again in Austria - creating a symbolic full circle.
During her leadership, Osteopathy Europe experienced a period of significant development. Hanna played an important role in strengthening collaboration between member organisations and fostering an open and constructive environment for dialogue across Europe.

Her dedication, professionalism, and commitment have helped shape the positive and collaborative spirit that defines Osteopathy Europe today.

At the same meeting, Tomas Collin was confirmed as the new President of Osteopathy Europe. We look forward to continuing this work together in the next chapter of the organisation.
We thank Hanna sincerely for her leadership and contribution to osteopathy in Europe.

14/03/2026

The Osteopathy Europe Spring Conference & General Meeting took place in Salzburg, Austria, bringing together representatives from across Europe for two days of discussion, collaboration, and knowledge exchange.

We were honoured to open the meeting with welcoming remarks from Mayor Bernard Auinger, who highlighted Salzburg’s longstanding reputation as a city of health and international dialogue.

A sincere thank you to our hosts, OEGO – Österreichische Gesellschaft für Osteopathie, for organising an excellent conference and welcoming colleagues from across Europe.

The meeting also explored emerging themes for the profession, including Artificial Intelligence in osteopathy and healthcare, alongside strategic discussions on the future development of osteopathy in Europe.

28/02/2026

Did you know that osteopathy is not yet a formally recognized health profession in Greece? 🇬🇷

Despite being a member of Osteopathy Europe and following strict WHO criteria, the Panhellenic Osteopathic Association is still fighting for state regulation.

Public awareness is growing, but formal recognition is vital to ensure patient safety and professional accountability. We are calling for European solidarity to help move this dialogue forward with national authorities.

Support the journey toward recognition: 👉 Visit osteopathy.gr for more information.
Πανελλήνιος Σύλλογος Οστεοπαθητικής - Hellenic Osteopathic Association

24/02/2026

Yesterday marked the formal signing of the UNITE Project (UNIfying osteopathic identity Through European consensus) — a collaborative research project.

The project focuses on developing a shared Osteopathic Professional Identity through a structured Delphi study, aiming to contribute to greater alignment and coherence across the profession.

This collaborative research initiative is supported and funded by Osteopathy Europe (OE) and led by the OE Research Committee, under the direction of Dr Jerry Draper-Rodi, with Health Sciences University (HSU) as the primary research institution.

The project brings together an international research collaboration including:
– Dr Gary Fryer (Victoria University, Melbourne)
– Patrick L.S. van Dun, MSc (OE Research Committee Member)
– Professor Paul Vaucher (University of Applied Sciences and Arts Western Switzerland)

The agreement was formally signed on behalf of OE by Hanna Tómasdóttir, President, and Tomas Collin, President-Elect.

A sincere thank you to Dr Jerry Draper-Rodi, Dr Oliver Thomson, Louise Hanson (HSU Research Assistant), Professor Steven Vogel (HSU), and Maurice Cheng, OE CEO, for a very productive meeting.

A meaningful step toward strengthening and clarifying the professional osteopathic identity.

More to follow 💙

18/02/2026

Spotlight on Malta 🇲🇹

The Malta Association of Osteopaths (MAO) is a registered Voluntary Organisation (VO/1637) which was established in 2019 to represent osteopaths and promote the osteopathic profession locally.

Malta is one of the European Countries where Osteopathy is officially regulated. The title ‘Osteopath’ is protected by Law under the ‘Health Care Professions Act’ (Cap. 464). It is regulated by the Council of Professions Complementary to Medicine (CPCM) and individuals need to be registered with the Council in order to practice legally.

The Council also regulates another 19 allied healthcare professions. Osteopathy is regarded as an independent Healthcare profession and is exempt from VAT without credit (Cap. 464 - Laws of Malta). Although covered by most private health insurances, osteopathy is not available in public healthcare and is not reimbursed by the state.

Although Osteopathy was mentioned in the Health Care Professions Act in 2003, there was no active Register until 2012. The Malta Association of Osteopaths (MAO) has worked to educate the public on the benefits of Osteopathy as well as establish good rapport with other Healthcare professions. In May 2025, the MAO held a successful interdisciplinary meeting on chronic musculoskeletal pain.

There are over 280 individuals on the Osteopathy Register, although only about 15 are known to practice locally. For more information, visit https://osteopathy.org.mt/ Malta Association of Osteopaths

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