Informed Consent to Osteopathy Treatment
I understand that the Osteopath (M.P.) is providing Osteopathy therapy within their scope of practice.
I give consent for my therapist to treat me with Osteopathy therapy for the above noted purposes including such assessments, examinations, and techniques, which may be recommended by my therapist.
I acknowledge that the therapist is not a physician and does not diagnose illness or disease or any other physical or mental disorder.
I clearly understand that Osteopathic therapy is not a substitute for a medical examination.
It is recommended that I attend my personal physician for any ailments that I may be experiencing. I acknowledge that no assurance or guarantee has been provided to me as to the result of the treatment. I acknowledge that with any treatment there can be risks and those risks have been explained to me and I assume those risks.
I acknowledge and understand that the therapist must be fully aware of my existing medical conditions.
I have completed my medical history form as provided by my therapist and disclosed to the therapist all of those medical conditions affecting me. It is my responsibility to keep the Osteopathic therapist updated on my medical history.
The information I have provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge.
I authorize my therapist to release or obtain information pertaining to my condition and/or treatment to or from my other caregivers or third-party payers.
I have read the above noted consent and I have had the opportunity to question the contents and my therapy.
By signing this form, I confirm my consent to treatment and intend this consent to cover the treatment discussed with me and such additional treatment as proposed by my therapist from time to time, to deal with my physical condition and for which I have treatment.
I understand that at any time I may withdraw my consent and treatment will be stopped.
