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Osteopathy for Babies

Osteopathy for baby, why?

Osteopathy is a common practice for newborns. It is even practiced in maternity wards in several countries around the world. Postpartum osteopathy is very effective in cases of congenital torticollis or to help with difficult breastfeeding.

Osteopathy for babies
The osteopath’s interventions can be applied to the skull, organs, endocrine system, nervous or musculoskeletal system.

Osteopathy in babies is particularly recommended for:

  • Torticollis
  • Posture problems
  • Flat head (plagiocephaly)
  • Colic and constipation
  • Breastfeeding difficulties
  • Ear infections
  • Reflux
  • Incessant and/or unexplained crying
  • Sleep disorders
  • Tension (clenched fists)

 

Osteopathy for babies is a painless practice. The manipulations are very gentle.

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