In babies that have had complicated births (for example those born by Caesarean section, the use of forceps or vacuum and very fast or lengthy deliveries) compressive structural distortions or issues may occur in the skull and body. Babies will often communicate the presence of a problem by being irritable or difficult to calm. Left untreated these compressive structural issues may significantly impair the development of the nervous system, leading to various conditions later in life.
Osteopathic Manual Practitioners use an extremely effective and gentle form of palpitation with their hands to treat compressive structural distortions in babies. Through this treatment Practitioners encourage overall function and development of the growing body’s systems. |
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Examples of conditions treated or helped in babies are as follows:
- Colic/crying
- Spitting up
- Sucking difficulty
- Delayed development
- Birth trauma
- Otitis media
- Torticollis
- Plagiocephaly
- Flat Head
Osteopathy is very successful in improving overall infant health and helping children to grow into their full potential. |
