A graduated professional who carries out interventions for the prevention and maintenance of health independently, or in collaboration with other health professionals. The osteopathic treatment of somatic dysfunctions not attributable to pathologies in the field of musculoskeletal system.

This is what is specified in the Mur-Salute decree which defines the degree path now published in the Official Journal. Among the possible choices of Italian students there will also be a three-year degree in osteopathic disciplines in the future.