Osteopathy, Pregnancy, & Treatment of children  Osteopaths can assess and treat many of the complaints which are associated with pregnancy.
What are the most common complaints associated with pregnancy?
- Lower back pain
- Sciatica (leg pain)
- Neck, shoulder,
- Middle back pain
- Where does Osteopathy fit in the picture?
The philosophy of Osteopathy teaches that the body structure and its function are closely related and interdependent. This distinctive way of thinking applies to treatment of almost any injury, condition or change in state of health. Pregnancy is no exception. To accommodate for the growing foetus, the body undergoes tremendous change. Some are visually obvious; others are more subtle, as the release of hormones affect the anatomy, physiology and biology of the body's systems.
The goal of Osteopathic treatment is to assist the body's natural process. This is achieved by improving the body's ability to adjust and compensate for the changes as efficiently as possible. This occurs in support of mother and baby with a minimum of pain and discomfort.
Is it safe to have Osteopathic treatment during pregnancy?
Osteopathy is safe and gentle for both the mother and the baby. The techniques used during pregnancy are carefully selected to minimise any risk. These techniques are gentle and the comfort of the mother is always assured.
Osteopathy & Children
The calm and soothing approach of Osteopathy makes it especially suitable for treating children, including new-born infants. Children may develop structural problems from a variety of causes including:
- Difficulties during pregnancy or birth
- Childhood accidents and falls
- Infections or inflammatory conditions
- Genetic disorders
Osteopathic principles, care and treatment, either solely or alongside other disciplines, can assist in a wide variety of conditions.
Structural problems, such as those effecting the proper mobility and function of the body's framework, can lead to a range of problems. These may include:
- Postural – such as scoliosis
- Respiratory – such as asthma
- Manifestations of brain injury – such as cerebral palsy and spasticity
- Developmental – with delayed physical or intellectual progress, perhaps triggering learning or behaviour difficulties
- Infections – such as ear and throat infections or urinary disturbances, which may be recurrent.
Why Osteopathy Works
Osteopaths recognise that every structure in the body is designed to move. Along with obvious movements, such as crawling, walking, running and skipping, Osteopaths recognise the importance of internal movements including the circulation of blood, the exchange of gases during breathing, the digestion of food and elimination of waste products. Most importantly, Osteopaths realise that within every person there are inherent self healing and self regulating mechanisms. Osteopaths assist, accelerate and enhance this natural healing process.
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