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Treatments
Babies
Osteopathy is essential for both the health and development of babies. This gentle treatment method focuses on the whole body and promotes babies’ physical growth and emotional well-being. At OsteoPlaza, we strive to optimize body balance, contributing to smoother development and faster recovery from a variety of complaints.
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How osteopathy works
for babies
Every osteopathic treatment, including those for babies, begins with a thorough intake and examination. During the examination, the focus is on identifying movement restrictions in the baby, who is usually examined comfortably lying on their back on the treatment table.
Our osteopath typically starts with a gentle check of the feet to help the baby get accustomed to the presence of the osteopath. The osteopath then examines the mobility of the hips, back, neck, and abdomen. Depending on the specific complaints and where the movement restrictions are located, the treatment is initiated. The goal is to relieve movement restrictions and stimulate the body’s natural ability to heal itself.
Treatment methods
for babies
Babies can come to us for issues such as digestive disorders, sleep problems, colic, and preference postures. Our osteopath is specialized in addressing problems that affect your baby’s physical development and comfort.
Digestive problems
Digestive issues such as reflux, colic, and constipation are common in babies. The osteopathic techniques we use at OsteoPlaza focus on relaxing the abdominal area and supporting natural bowel movements. These treatments improve digestion and reduce discomfort, making your baby feel more comfortable.
Sleep problems
Sleep issues are a common concern among parents. Our osteopathic treatments reduce body tension that can affect sleep. By promoting overall relaxation and addressing specific discomforts, we help improve the quality of your baby’s sleep.
Colic and restlessness
Osteopathy is effective in treating colic and restless babies. Our treatments focus on reducing physical discomforts that can cause crying. Gentle mobilizations improve the baby’s comfort, leading to a calming effect.
Preferred position
Correcting a preferred position is crucial to prevent asymmetrical growth. Our osteopath works on balancing muscle tensions and stimulating balanced motor development. Through gentle adjustments, we help relax the neck and back muscles, reducing the preference posture and promoting healthy posture development.
Is osteopathy safe for babies?
Yes, our treatments are safe and suitable for babies of all ages. At OsteoPlaza, we take extra precautions to be gentle and cautious with our youngest clients. These techniques are specially adapted for babies.
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What can parents and baby expect from
a treatment?
During a standard treatment for babies, OsteoPlaza offers a soothing environment. The first session, including intake and examination, lasts 45 minutes. The frequency of treatments depends on the baby’s specific complaints, but typically issues are resolved within two to five sessions. All techniques used are safe, gentle, manual, and moreover non-invasive.
The role of parents after treatment
Parents play a crucial role in the effectiveness of the treatment. By following simple advice at home that complements the osteopathic care, they can enhance the results. Collaboration with our experienced osteopaths helps ensure babies develop comfortably and optimally.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, osteopathy is very suitable for babies. It can help with various complaints such as sleep problems, digestive issues, and motor problems.
Babies can be treated by an osteopath from birth. Early treatments can help with problems such as cramps or preferred posture. If parents without obvious symptoms wish to visit preventively, we recommend scheduling an appointment after 6 weeks.
Common complaints an osteopath can treat in babies are reflux, colic, preferred posture, sleep problems and excessive crying.
KISS (Kinematic Imbalance Due to Suboccipital Strain) is a term for problems of babies’ high neck joints leading to asymmetry, causing the baby to develop preferred posture or experience other physical discomfort.