Personalized osteopathic care for infants and children, supporting their growing bodies through every stage of development.
Paediatric osteopathy uses gentle, hands-on techniques to assess movement, tension and how different areas of the body are functioning together. Treatments are adapted to the child’s age, stage of development and individual needs.
Our osteopathic manual practitioners can work with infants, toddlers and young children, including children experiencing concerns related to movement, tension, feeding, digestion and development.
Parents may consider paediatric osteopathy for infants experiencing:
Osteopathic care may also be considered as part of a broader care plan for babies with tongue-tie or feeding difficulties. Osteopathy does not diagnose or release a tongue-tie, but gentle hands-on treatment may be used to address areas of tension and movement that may be contributing to feeding challenges. When appropriate, we can also work alongside other professionals involved in your baby’s care, such as lactation consultants, paediatricians and dentists.
As children grow, their bodies are constantly changing. Paediatric osteopathy can provide gentle assessment and treatment for children experiencing:
Treatment is always adapted to the child and is gentle, age-appropriate and focused on making them feel comfortable.
Paediatric osteopathy can be used alongside other healthcare professionals when needed. If a concern requires assessment outside the scope of osteopathy, we can help direct you toward the appropriate healthcare provider.
If you have questions about whether paediatric osteopathy may be appropriate for your child, contact Coastal Sports & Wellness and we can help you determine whether an appointment may be a good place to start.
