Treatment · MT
Manual therapy
Manual therapy is a specialised way of examining and treating joints, spine, muscles and nerves – gentle, precise and clearly explained.
- Duration
- 15–25 min
- On the prescription
MT- Statutory insurance
- yes, with a prescription
- Home visit
- possible
On this page
What it is
Specific tests show which structure is limiting a movement. We then treat it with slow, carefully dosed mobilisations. Quick “cracking” techniques are the exception and only used if we have agreed on them with you first.
Only therapists with an additional multi-year qualification may provide manual therapy on a prescription. Three members of our team hold this qualification.
Who it’s for
- for restricted movement in the neck, mid or lower back
- for stiff joints after immobilisation, e.g. shoulder, knee or ankle
- for jaw joint problems (TMJ/CMD), often prescribed by a dentist
- for symptoms radiating into an arm or leg – after a doctor has checked them
Your doctor decides which treatment is right for you – we are happy to advise as well.
How a session goes
Assessment
Specific movement and joint tests show exactly where the restriction is.
Mobilisation
Gentle, rhythmic techniques – you tell us at any time how it feels.
Home exercise
One short exercise to keep the effect in everyday life.
Re-test
At the end we test the same movement again so you can see what has changed.
Duration & frequency
15–25 minutes of treatment time, about 30 minutes including getting changed.
Often 6 sessions, 1–2 per week, frequently combined with heat or exercise therapy.
Do I need a prescription?
- Statutory insurance: yes. The prescription will say “MT” or “Manuelle Therapie”.
- Private insurance: with a private prescription; reimbursement depends on your plan.
- No prescription: possible as a self-paying patient with Johanna Kerber (limited practitioner licence for physiotherapy).
Prices for private patients & self-pay
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Initial assessment (once, approx. 20 min) | €22.00 |
| Manual therapy (approx. 25 min) | €40.00 |
| Manual therapy + heat application | €50.00 |
| Jaw joint treatment / TMJ (approx. 30 min) | €48.00 |
Prices in euros, as of 01/2026. Patients with German statutory insurance don’t pay these prices, only the legal co-payment. How much private insurance (or TRICARE / your US plan) reimburses depends on your policy – please check with your insurer. General information, not insurance advice.
Request manual therapy
A few details, then a ready-made e-mail opens. We’ll get back to you with a suggested time.
Last updated: November 2026