The journey until now
Trip down memory lane
From Local Practice to a Growing Network
Osteonordic has its roots in Denmark, where the first clinic was founded in Aarhus in 2014 by Ívar Dagsson. Since then, the organisation has grown steadily, establishing a network of osteopathic clinics across the country.
Today, Osteonordic is preparing for its next chapter, with plans for expansion beyond Denmark and into other parts of Europe.
While the network has grown, the core values remain the same. Osteonordic is built around a whole-body perspective and a thoughtful, hands-on osteopathic approach, delivered by well-trained osteopaths who focus on the individual rather than isolated areas.
Ívar’s holistic journey
The story behind Aarhus Osteopathy is rooted in Ívar’s holistic approach to understanding the body and his strong motivation to support people in living active and fulfilling lives. From the beginning, Ívar was driven by a curiosity about how the body functions as a whole and how different systems are interconnected.
Originally trained as a physiotherapist, Ívar gained a solid foundation in movement and rehabilitation. Over time, he felt the need for a broader, more integrated framework to better understand the complexity of the human body. This led him to train as an osteopath, where the focus is on whole-body assessment and an individual, person-centred approach.
Since the establishment of Aarhus Osteopathy, Ívar has worked with many people seeking support for comfort, mobility and overall wellbeing. Today, Aarhus Osteopathy is built on a strong professional foundation and a shared philosophy.
Ívar works alongside a team of highly skilled and well-educated osteopaths who share the same values: a holistic perspective, thorough assessment and a commitment to supporting each individual in the best possible way.
United commitment
Jens Gram has joined Ívar as a co-owner of Aarhus Osteopathy, strengthening the organisation and supporting its continued development. Together, they share a clear ambition to build a strong, values-driven osteopathic community and to make osteopathic care accessible to more people across Denmark.
This shared commitment has created a foundation for growth based on professional standards, collaboration and a holistic perspective on health and wellbeing. With this structure in place, the focus is now on carefully expanding the Aarhus Osteopathy approach beyond Denmark and into selected European locations.
A whole-body approach
Osteopathy is a well-established, hands-on approach that focuses on understanding the body as a whole rather than viewing individual areas in isolation. Many people are drawn to osteopathy because of its holistic perspective and its emphasis on how different systems of the body are interconnected.
Osteopathic care involves a detailed, individual assessment that considers how movement, posture and overall balance may influence comfort and function. Osteopaths use gentle manual techniques and their hands as a primary tool to assess the body and to support movement and wellbeing. Rather than focusing solely on a single area of discomfort, osteopathy explores how different parts of the body may be working together.
This whole-body perspective is central to the osteopathic approach. For example, discomfort felt in one area of the body may be influenced by movement patterns or strain elsewhere. By taking the wider body into account, osteopathy aims to support balance, mobility and overall physical wellbeing in a person-centred way.
A shared mission rooted in care and understanding
Over time, Ívar and Jens have met many people who arrive at the clinics feeling discouraged after living with long-standing discomfort. Many of them share a sense of frustration and uncertainty about their situation, and this has been a strong motivating factor behind the work at Aarhus Osteopathy.
At Aarhus Osteopathy, the focus is on listening, thorough assessment and taking each individual seriously. The team is committed to offering a calm, supportive environment where people feel seen and understood, and where care is tailored to the individual rather than based on a one-size-fits-all approach. Many people seek osteopathic care as part of a broader effort to support comfort, movement and everyday wellbeing.
Today, Ívar, Jens and the team of skilled osteopaths continue to be guided by the same values and dedication. Their ambition is to build trusted clinics in the cities where they operate, known for professionalism, consistency and a holistic approach to osteopathic care. The journey is ongoing, with a focus on steady development, high standards and long-term commitment.
A digital and structured approach
From the beginning, Aarhus Osteopathy has placed a strong emphasis on building robust digital and organisational systems to support sustainable development. This includes careful selection of booking and administrative platforms, as well as the development of internal processes that support consistency and quality across clinics.
Data and insight play an important role in how the organisation understands activity, workflows and overall performance. The focus is on using structured data responsibly to support learning, refinement and long-term improvement.
This work is supported through collaboration with experienced professionals across relevant disciplines and is led by the organisation’s CMO, Micky Weis, who oversees the strategic development of digital platforms, data processes and communication across the organisation.
