Osteopathy for Babies and Children
Babies and children can experience injuries, pain or discomfort just like an adults. For some conditions, Osteopathy may be helpful.
Dr Becky Hull is our resident baby and child Osteopath. She has extensive additional training in Paediatric Osteopathy and many years of experience working with children.
Osteopathy may assist with:
Newborns: Unsettled babies may be uncomfortable babies. Osteopathy may assist with stiffness of the neck or jaw muscles or general body tension to help improve sleeping, turning the head and feeding postures.
Toddlers and Older children: We have observed that children respond well to Osteopathic treatment for issues such as headaches, general aches and pains, stomach migraines, strains from falls or accidents and back and neck pain.
Please note: No manipulations are performed on any babies, infants or young children. Treatment on babies is performed using a very gentle technique called cranial osteopathy, which is used to release any strains or restrictions in your bub. On older children, light massage or stretching techniques may be used.
What happens during a Paediatric (children’s) Treatment at Pivot Osteopathy?
What happens during an appointment?
We get to know you and your child by taking a thorough case history.
A physical assessment is performed, which may include orthopaedic or neurological testing where clinically indicated
We will discuss our findings and give you a preliminary diagnosis before commencing treatment.
Hands-on treatment may be performed, which involves techniques aimed at restoring the body to its natural state of balance, alignment and function
We work with you to create a personalised management plan, which may include education or exercises to support your child’s recovery beyond the clinic room
After the treatment:
It is common for babies / children to sleep really well after treatment.
Occasionally there is a period of restlessness that may last from 24-48 hours. If you are ever concerned, please feel free to contact us.
Tips to make the most of your appointment (For younger children and babies):
Try and make your child’s appointment at a time of day where your child is generally settled.
Ensure your child / baby has had a snack before their treatment.
Please bring favourite toys / books for your child to look at during their treatment.
Where are we located?
You can find us in Kelvin Grove tucked away on a quiet side street. We have beautiful views, on-site parking and a growing number of in-door plants.
Pivot Osteopathy offers treatment to residents throughout Brisbane including Paddington, Kelvin Grove, Herston, New Market, Ashgrove, Red Hill, Grange, Stafford, Bardon and Enogerra.
You can also find Becky at our sister clinic Pregnancy and Beyond Osteopathy.
Can you bring other children to your sessions?
We are a family friendly clinic, so yes, you can absolutely bring all your children. We suggest you bring a snack or activities to entertain them, but we will work around whatever is happening on the day.
Still have questions? Please contact us or see our FAQs