Cranial Osteopathy
What is Cranial Osteopathy?
Osteopathic treatment using the cranial approach is gentle, safe and effective for babies and children. Very specific, skilled, light pressure is applied where necessary to assist the natural ability of the body to release stresses and tensions.
Osteopaths will always ensure that patients and their babies and children seek appropriate medical advice and treatment alongside any osteopathic treatment, and will refer patients back to their GP if a problem is not suitable for osteopathic treatment.
As with adults, your Osteopath will take an extensive case history involving your pregnancy and the birth process and then examine the baby. The appointment is geared to the baby so it’s fine to feed and play with your child while the treatment takes place. All findings and treatment plans are discussed with the parents and often the Osteopath will provide simple advice to help you continue the treatment process at home.
Conditions it can help your baby with:
Traumatic birth
Colic
Sleep disturbances
Digestive problems
Plagiocephaly (flattened head)
Respiratory related problems, sinus etc
Conditions it can help your child/teenager with:
Growing pains
Sports related injuries
Poor posture
Headaches
Call 01604 700508 for an appointment