Osteopathy&Physiotherapy Costa del Sol

07/03/2026

Costa Women International Women’s Day Conference 2026 🌿

What a lovely and inspiring event.

It was great to see familiar faces again, meet new ones, and have open conversations about business, growth and the realities of building a life and career in Spain.

Events like this really show the strength of the Costa Women community — connecting, enabling and inspiring women who live and work on the Costa del Sol.

Thank you to Costa Women Women for creating such a supportive and encouraging space.

And a little bit of extra luck for me… I even won two prizes in the raffle! 🎉

Reme Mancera and Monika Griffith — thank you for offering these generous business support vouchers. I’m really looking forward to connecting with you.

I also donated a voucher from my practice to the raffle, so I’m curious to find out who the lucky winner is!

Already looking forward to the next event.

29/01/2026

Return to run program after knee surgery.
Important: schedule rest and recovery time!

Most return-to-run programs after knee surgery are either rushed or overly cautious.

This case study from Hannah Gladysz shows how it was successfully progressed in a Division I football player.

🎁 Available now with a FREE 7-day trial of Case Studies trial.

https://www.physio-network.com/case-studies/

21/01/2026

Geen tijd om te bewegen? Slecht excuus!

Ik betrapte mezelf erop dat ik dit jarenlang zei. Werk, kinderen, volle agenda’s — herkenbaar toch?
Terwijl de oplossing letterlijk naast me lag: een klein sportparkje, naast de sporthal waar mijn kinderen trainen.

In mijn column in Especial-Life Magazin schrijf ik over anders kijken naar bewegen, regelmaat boven perfectie, en waarom we hier in Spanje eigenlijk geen gebrek aan mogelijkheden hebben.

👉Klik op de link in het eerste comment om de column te lezen
www.especial-life.com/geen-tijd-is-geen-excuus/

23/12/2025

To all my friends, patients, collegues... Merry Christmas! 🎄
Take time to rest 🛌, stretch a little 🤸‍♀️, and enjoy the season ✨.

We look forward to keeping you moving 🏃‍♂️💪 and feeling your best in 2026! 🎉

Osteopathy & Physiotherapy Costa del Sol
670 66 39 10

05/12/2025

👇Mooi uitgelegd waarom wij fysio's geen contract met spaanse privé-verzekeringen hebben. 👇

Waarom werken er maar weinig Nederlandse artsen met Spaanse verzekeraars? 🇪🇸

Dat is een vraag die we vaak krijgen. De kortste versie? Het systeem is totaal anders dan in Nederland en dat heeft directe invloed op de zorg, tarieven en wachttijden.

In Spanje kun je als particulier een verzekering afsluiten bij bijvoorbeeld Sanitas, DKV, Asisa of Adeslas. Daarmee krijg je toegang tot veel klinieken, ziekenhuizen en ook fysiotherapie. Maar.. het verdienmodel voor artsen is heel anders.

Wat veel mensen niet weten:
- Voor een eerste consult ontvangt een arts gemiddeld rond €15
- Voor een herhaalconsult ongeveer €10
- Fysiotherapeuten krijgen soms maar €8 per sessie

Nederlandse tarieven liggen vaak 5 tot 6 keer hoger. Operaties leveren iets meer op, maar nog steeds ver onder het Nederlandse niveau. Daardoor zie je dat veel artsen aanvullende (private) zorg bieden, of uitsluitend met buitenlandse verzekeraars werken.

Het gevolg? De wachttijden in de private verzekerde zorg lopen langzaam op en sommige mensen stoppen daarom met hun particuliere verzekering. Zij komen dan terecht in de publieke Seguridad Social. Dat systeem werkt prima voor acute zorg, maar niet voor planbare ingrepen 🩺

“Regelmatig zie ik patiënten die al 2 jaar op de wachtlijst staan voor bijvoorbeeld een heupprothese operatie.” – Dr. Joris van der Lugt, orthopedisch chirurg en co-founder van Zorgplein-Spanje.

De realiteit in Spanje is dus een mix van publieke én private zorg, waarbij artsen vaak een combinatie aanbieden om rond te komen en om kwalitatief goede zorg te leveren.

Benieuwd hoe dit werkt of wat dit betekent voor jouw situatie in Spanje? Lees het volledige artikel in onze kennisbank: https://zorgplein-spanje.nl/verzekeringen/waarom-werken-er-maar-weinig-nederlandse-artsen-met-spaanse-verzekeraars/

03/11/2025

Sciatica — Learn the facts, skip the myths

❓Is SCIATICA always caused by a slipped disc?
💬 Not always — that’s actually one of the most common myths.

While a slipped or herniated disc can irritate the sciatic nerve, many people experience sciatica due to tight muscles, joint restriction, or pelvic imbalance.

we look beyond the symptoms to understand what’s really causing your pain — and treat it with precise, hands-on techniques to restore comfort and mobility.

🌿 Gentle, effective care — tailored to your body.

👉 Learn more about osteopathic treatment for back and nerve pain:
osteopathycostadelsol.com/treatments/osteo.html

24/10/2025

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 💗

I recently shared a blog with Costa Women about how life in Spain — the sun, climate and lifestyle — can influence how our bodies heal after breast cancer treatment.

For many expat women, swelling or lymphoedema can become an issue — and with the right care, much can be done to support recovery and comfort.

You can read the full article on Costa Women’s site.

𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐉𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐚𝐬 𝐚 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐧
October reminds us to priortise our health, particularly breast health. But as women living in Spain, our healing journeys look different from what the textbooks describe. The physical challenges we face are uniquely ours – shaped by travel, climate changes and the beautiful chaos of building a new life abroad.

Meet Mariëlle de Bruin, Osteopath, Physiotherapist and Business Growth Circle member, as she shares her insights in https://costawomen.com/your-healing-journey-as-an-woman-what-you-need-to-know-this-october/

Have questions or need guidance? Reach out to Mariëlle: https://costawomen.com/marielle-de-bruin/

Ready to grow with women who get it? The Costa Women Business Growth Circle is your space to connect, learn and thrive with flexible options and powerful support every step of the way.

Explore more here: https://costawomen.com/cwbgc/ or comment 𝐔𝐩𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 to discover how to get your business featured.

10/10/2025

Did you know laughter is medicine? 🤩

Laughing can lower blood pressure, boost endorphins, and even ease pain for a while. Some physiotherapists even use humor as part of treatment! 💪😂

👉 Stay healthy, keep smiling!

08/10/2025

🎀 Breast Cancer Awareness Month 💗

Healing is a journey — and you don’t have to walk it alone.
With care, expertise, and gentle lymphatic support, we help women restore comfort and confidence after surgery or treatment.

💞 We care for your healing journey.

If you’d like to know more about how lymphatic drainage or post-surgery physiotherapy can support your recovery, feel free to get in touch — we’re here for you. 🌸

📍 Mijas clinic or home visits from Mijas to Torremolinos
📞 +34 670 663 910

07/10/2025

For over 20 years, we’ve been providing professional physiotherapy services to the Costa del Sol community. Trusted care, proven experience, and a commitment to your recovery.

Get your session booked +(34) 670 663 910

Languages we speak: English, Spanish, Dutch, Portugues, German and French

03/10/2025

Exercise boosts your brain too!

Regular physiotherapy and movement don’t just strengthen muscles—they also improve brain function. Balance and coordination exercises stimulate cognitive processes.

02/10/2025

💡 Physiotherapy or Pilates – what’s the difference?

✨ Physiotherapy = treatment for pain, injuries & mobility problems (hands-on + personalised exercises).
✨ Pilates = fitness method to improve posture, strength & flexibility.

➡️ Some physiotherapy exercises may look like Pilates, but every move is adapted to your condition and guided by a professional.

🌴 At Physiotherapy Costa del Sol, we focus 100% on helping you recover, move better, and live pain-free.

📅 Book your appointment today – your body will thank you! 🧡

📍 Location: Mijas, Costa del Sol, Spain
📲 WhatsApp: +(34) 670 663 910
🌍 Languages we speak: English, Spanish, Dutch, Portugues, German and French