Paediatric Osteopathy
Our Osteopaths have undertaken additional postgraduate training allowing us to work with babies and children. Our assessment and treatment approach is tailored to the age of the child.
The aim of treatment is to support your child thrive and develop, we regularly work in conjunction with other health professionals as well as suggesting referrals if appropriate.
Babies
Osteopathic treatment of babies is gentler than adults, using techniques such as cranial osteopathy. The Osteopath is seeking to re-balance the baby's tensions by working on the whole body (skull, spine, abdomen, pelvis, lower and upper limbs.) including jaw, neck and mouth.
Typical baby presentations that the osteopath may see and support include:
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Concerns due to the birth process ie long, very quick, traumatic due to forceps, ventouse, or emergency caesarian
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Feeding issues both breastfeeding and bottle feeding
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Digestive issues including reflux, colic, wind, constipation
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Head shape changes
Teens
Teenagers may present with a range of issues ranging from sports injuries, pain due to poor posture (gaming, mobile phones, studying), and the inability to relax caused by the stress of exams or the pressures of social media.
Treatment for this age group usually includes hands on massage and articulation, stretches or exercises to self support and at home advice to consider.
All under 16s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. We take into account the specific needs and consent of the child during the appointment.
