Benefits of Pediatric Osteopathy for Your Child's Health

As parents, we all want the best for our children. We strive to provide them with a healthy environment, nutritious food, and the best medical care. One area that is gaining attention in recent years is paediatric osteopathy. This holistic approach to health can offer numerous benefits for your child's well-being.

In this post, we will explore what paediatric osteopathy is, how it works, and the various benefits it can provide for your child.

What is Paediatric Osteopathy?

Our specialist paediatric osteopath treat babies, children and young people, typically using a mix of very gentle techniques, advice and (in older children) exercises to do at home. 

We don’t use any single approach, we provide treatment that’s individually suited to the child.  In young patients, the methods used are  very gentle.

Services offered: 

● Advice on feeding and sleep ● Latch assessments ● Specialist paediatric exercise sessions ● Treatment for musculoskeletal conditions ● Treatment for children with complex needs ● Advice on the best management for plagiocephally ● Support and treatment of unsettled infants ● Lactation Consultations ● Tongue tie assessments (division not offered)

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BABIES

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Muscular tensions can impact on babies in many different ways, such as discomfort in the feeding position, favouring turning their head one way when sleeping and difficulties with relaxing. Very gentle osteopathic techniques can help to improve this. Combining this with our specialist knowledge to give you advice and support means that most people see a happier calmer baby very quickly.

CHILDREN

We see many children presenting with a wide range of common childhood conditions, as well as those with more complex needs and children with congenital syndromes requiring multi-faceted care.

Depending on the issue, we may suggest exercises to practice at home in addition to returning for follow-up treatments with one of our specialist paediatric osteopaths'. We’ll always refer you to your GP if we feel that’s a more appropriate course of action.

A pediatric osteopath assessing a child's posture during a session.

By embracing the benefits of pediatric osteopathy, you are taking a proactive step towards ensuring your child's health and happiness. Remember, every child is unique, and what works for one may not work for another. Always consult with healthcare professionals to find the best path for your child's health journey.