Osteopathy for very young children

Osteopathy, considered an alternative medicine, is a hands-on therapy based on bone and muscle manipulation. Many misconceptions still circulate about this gentle medicine, and prejudices abound. That said, it is also true that a great many parents sooner or later encounter difficulties with their baby and, having "tried everything else", turn to an osteopath without much conviction — only to observe, very often, remarkable results.

Osteopathy for very young children

Far be it from us to say it is a miracle medicine, of course, but it is worth noting that osteopathic techniques are particularly well suited to the very young. The child thus becomes aware of their body and finds relief from certain ailments that are very uncomfortable for them but which they cannot express.

Osteopathy after birth

Taking your baby to an osteopath a few days after leaving the maternity ward should almost be a reflex — without exaggeration — even if the birth went smoothly! An osteopathic session can correct many problems and relieve various complaints: a baby may have been in a position in the womb that caused deformations or tensions, for example, or the passage through the pelvis during birth is not always straightforward for babies and they may recover more easily with the help of osteopathy. Similarly, it is strongly recommended that a woman makes an appointment with an osteopath after the birth, as displaced pelvises and accumulated tensions are very commonly observed and can be eased, sometimes preventing very painful back pain.

What are the reasons to consult an osteopath for your baby?

Consulting an osteopath may be beneficial for your infant in the following cases: gastric reflux, plagiocephaly, colic, torticollis, difficult digestion, bouts of unexplained excessive crying, sleep disorders, and more. Many other complaints can also be relieved and resolved through osteopathy, sometimes in a single session and sometimes over several, depending on the work required. Do know that you can turn to osteopaths who specialise in pregnant women and infants, so that you can ask all the questions you wish and feel reassured.