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In Osteriolab we are practitioners in cranial osteopathy, which is a soothing and safe treatment for male and female patients from all age categories including the neonates. The specialist osteopaths utilize this particular approach to treat quite a number of conditions by working on the intricacies of the skull, neck and spine. If you have an infant, a child or even yourself who requires some treatment, cranial osteopathy will not let you down with its non invasive approach.

What is Cranial Osteopathy?

Cranial osteopathy has its own definition as soft and non invasive osteopathic manipulative treatment which concentrates primarily on the bones of the skull and organ which surround the cranial cavity that is the soft tissues of the head. This therapy is based on a theory that the shape and structure of the body affects how that body will function. It is one of the approaches used in osteopathy to restore well being of a person in the biological systems. Because some of the deceptively simple manipulation of the bones of the skull and with special emphasis on soft tissue surrounding them, cranial osteopathy allows to address the problems of nerve.

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Pediatric Cranial Osteopathy

Pediatric cranial osteopathy is a specialism offered in our institution, Osteolab, that focuses on children from infants to toddlers. Both the mother and child go through a physically strenuous experience during birth, thus resulting in some tensions and misalignments to a baby’s head. These problems can lead to colic, difficulties during feeding, sleeping problems, etc. In this variation of osteopathy — infant cranial osteopathy, our skilled pediatric cranial osteopaths rectify such imbalances that promote more comfort and settling for your baby.

The Benefits of Cranial Osteopathy for Babies and Children

Common parental motivations for seeking paediatric cranial osteopathy include the following aligned concerns regarding their children:

  • Feeding Difficulties: If a baby is having trouble latching on or feeding, it may be a result of tension located within the head or neck which blankets could ease.
  • Colic and Reflux: Some gentle repositioning of the bones of the skull can relieve discomfort in the stomach allowing a reduction in the symptoms of colic or reflux.
  • Sleep Issues: This form of osteopathy can be very effective in aiding sound sleep by relieving certain underlying physical discomforts that lead to restlessness.
  • Behavioral Issues: Some behavioral issues particularly in children may be dependent on or caused by some tension or discomfort in the physical body which may be addressed by cranial osteopathy.
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Cranial Osteopathy for Adults

Cranial osteopathy is not just for babies and children; it is also highly beneficial for adults. Whether you are dealing with chronic headaches, migraines, or tension in the neck and shoulders, osteo cranial therapy offers a gentle yet powerful approach to relief. Adults who suffer from stress, anxiety, or trauma can also find this therapy beneficial, as it promotes deep relaxation and restores balance to the body’s systems.

Common Conditions Treated with Cranial Osteopathy

  • Headaches and Migraines: By releasing tension in the cranial bones and tissues, cranial osteopathy can reduce the frequency and intensity of headaches and migraines.
  • Jaw Pain and TMJ Disorders: Misalignments in the jaw can be corrected through gentle manipulation, relieving pain and improving function.
  • Neck and Shoulder Tension: Cranial osteopathy helps to alleviate tension in the neck and shoulders, often providing relief from chronic pain.
  • Stress and Anxiety: This therapy encourages facilities that allow one to be able to support their body deeply and reduces the manifestations of stress or anxiety that there is physically.
  • Post-Trauma Recovery: Post-traumatic cranial osteopathy improves the recovery period for both physical and emotional trauma recovery through adjusting the nervous system.
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Why Choose Osteolab for Cranial Osteopathy?

At Osteolab, we value our patients’ health and maintain high standards of care within a safe and relaxing setting. The osteopaths on our staff are well-versed in contemporary approaches to cranial osteopathy, so you can make sure that all of your needs will be met. It is our conviction that no matter the case of your health problem, whether it concerns you as the adult, your child or you as the baby, we have a solution for you.

Book Your Appointment Today

If cranial osteopathy would help you and you would like to know how to book a session, do not hesitate to call. Osteolab’s goal is to assist you and your family in achieving and maintaining health and well-being through gentle and effective osteopathic treatment. Our providers can help patients with cranial osteopathy in adulthood for partial enhancement, stimulation, or treatment and can also tend to the specific needs of children with pediatric cranial osteopathy.

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