Osteopaths here at the Clinic use either Cranial or Indirect Osteopathic treatment techniques. These may be used to influence the musculo-skeletal aspect of common conditions in babies & young children. These may include the following:-

 

• Back & Neck pain

• Ear infections & Glue ear 

• Growing Pains – musculo-skeletal strain patterns during growth are common & may cause discomfort & pain that may be treatable

• Headaches related to muscular tightening & joint stiffness in the head, neck & shoulders

• Teething or Dental problems related to muscular tension & joint stiffness in the neck & jaw

• Co-ordination problems & Developmental delays – Tightening of muscles and joints may inhibit your child's ability to do certain movements which may present as a developmental delay or co-ordination problem 

• Speech problems – may be associated with tightening of the neck, jaw or mouth muscles and tissues

• Asthma – as with adults, easing the tension within the muscles associated with respiration may assist with easier breathing 

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When babies communicate, this is often expressed as being unsettled & irritable which can result in poor sleeping. The following list are some of the more common signs which prompt parents to bring their babies in for Osteopathic treatment:-

 

• Colic, Excessive Wind &/or constipation

• Continuous crying

• Difficulties with suckling, feeding or a preference to feed from only one breast

• Stiffness of the neck muscles may be associated with difficulty turning the head in one direction

• Baby lying with the head always to one side resulting in Plagiocephaly (flat spots on side or back of head)

• A misshapen head following birth

 

Our Osteopaths aim to release the musculo-skeletal tension & strain that exists within the infants body. Some symptoms, as above, may improve as a result of the release of the muscles and tissues.

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In this Clinic, we do not practice or advocate the use of spinal manipulation (often referred to as joint cracking or adjustments) in babies or infants.

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For further information or to arrange an appointment please call the clinic on 5229 8021 (Geelong).  

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Note: Scientific evidence supporting the efficacy of Osteopathic treatment for these conditions is limited