Paediatric Osteopathy Europe

Treatment of children is a challenging and sometimes very difficult thing to do. Unfortunately the first time we may be called upon to help correct asymmetry from trauma be it early years bumps and tumbles or even birth trauma such as the restrictions in ventilation after respiratory distress from the delivery process; is often 30-40 years after onset. Correct the flight of the arrow early and it will not fall far from the target, ignore the poor aim and you may never find that arrow again.

At Great Dunmow osteopathic clinic we deal with Sports injury acute biomechanical problems like sprains ie neck and back and chronic problems such as Osteoarthritis.

This is a similar technique to fascial unwinding, but here, the focus is not exclusively on the fascia. We work into the neural musclar system at the horizon between fascia and muscle. Here essentially we are treating a pattern that is at a more acute phase rather than the more chronic Fascial unwinding stage.

For this Month Only - Mention "WhatClinic" to Receive 20% Discount On Your First Appointment At The Fairlee Wellbeing CentreWhat is Osteopathy and Cranial Osteopathy?Osteopathy is a form of manual medicine which focuses on total body health by releasing tissue tension, thus restoring balance to the musculoskeletal framework. The Osteopath uses a combination of massage, stretching and joint manipulation techniques to relieve pain by relaxing muscles, improving circulation and calming nervous system function.Cranial Osteopathy is a refined and subtle type of osteopathic treatment that uses very gentle manipulative pressure to encourage the release of stresses throughout the body, including the head. It is can be helpful in treating a wide range of conditions in people of all ages, from birth to old age.What do Osteopaths Treat?Osteopaths treat the whole person, not just the condition. Common conditions that may be helped include:Back and Neck PainMuscle strains & Joint StiffnessDisc & Sciatica ProblemsPostural ProblemsRepetitive StrainHeadaches and MigrainesJaw Pain & Teeth GrindingMusculoskeletal Pain during and after pregnancyTreatments for Children and babiesSports InjuriesWhat happens on my first consultation?The 1st session will involve a detailed case history, both of the main problem, previous injuries and general health history, followed by a careful physical examination before arriving at a treatment plan. In more complex situations, further tests may be required to gain full understanding of the problem.How long does a treatment course last?This depends on the nature and complexity of the problem.Recent issues tend to resolve fairly quickly: 1 to 3 treatments. Longer term more chronic conditions will take longer. Your Osteopath will discuss your individual situation with you. Be assured we will

Quote "WhatClinic" for 20% Off Your 1st Session At The Fairlee Wellbeing CentreWhat is Osteopathy and Cranial Osteopathy?Osteopathy is a form of manual medicine which focuses on total body health by releasing tissue tension, thus restoring balance to the musculoskeletal framework. The Osteopath uses a combination of massage, stretching and joint manipulation techniques to relieve pain by relaxing muscles, improving circulation and calming nervous system function.Cranial Osteopathy is a refined and subtle type of osteopathic treatment that uses very gentle manipulative pressure to encourage the release of stresses throughout the body, including the head. It is can be helpful in treating a wide range of conditions in people of all ages, from birth to old age.What do Osteopaths Treat?Osteopaths treat the whole person, not just the condition. Common conditions that may be helped include:Back and Neck PainMuscle strains & Joint StiffnessDisc & Sciatica ProblemsPostural ProblemsRepetitive StrainHeadaches and MigrainesJaw Pain & Teeth GrindingMusculoskeletal Pain during and after pregnancyTreatments for Children and babiesSports InjuriesWhat happens on my first consultation?The 1st session will involve a detailed case history, both of the main problem, previous injuries and general health history, followed by a careful physical examination before arriving at a treatment plan. In more complex situations, further tests may be required to gain full understanding of the problem.How long does a treatment course last?This depends on the nature and complexity of the problem.Recent issues tend to resolve fairly quickly: 1 to 3 treatments. Longer term more chronic conditions will take longer. Your Osteopath will discuss your individual situation with you. Be assured

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Crossway Clinic specilises in paediatric osteopathy for babies and chidren. Please contact the clinic for more details.

Intial treatment as a new patient will last up to one hour (£40). Follow up treatments will be £38 for half an hour. A detailed medical history will be taken before any treatment is commenced. If you are taking any medications, please have the names to hand on your first appointment. Loose clothing such as jogging bottoms or shorts are ideal during treatments. All our osteopaths are professionally qualified and will ensure your treatment is tailored to your specific needs. If you would like further information please contact one of our knowledgeable, friendly reception team.

First appointment. Follow-up £38 (30 mins)

Catriona Foley. Registered Osteopath  Cost of initial treatment is. €65.Allow one hour Follow up treatment cost is €60.allow 40mins Cost for Children, OAP or unwaged is €50 During your initial consultation,your Osteopath will take a full case history of your current symptoms, your past medical history and your general health. These questions will help to establish the cause of your pain and any areas of the body that may be contributing factors. EXAMINATION:Your Osteopath will carry out a detailed physical examination of the whole body.This will include a postural assessment,testing of joint mobility and standard medical tests (  if necessary).you may be asked to remove some items of clothes for the examination, so wear appropriate underwear/ bring short or leggings or wear a track suit. DIAGNOSIS: A diagnosis will be discussed with you during this initial consultation.This should include an explanation of the structure that is causing your pain. ( eg muscle, ligament ,disc, nerve etc TREATMENT:Osteopathy is a form of manual therapy; the hands on treatment may include massage ,stretching, mobilisation and \or manipulation. Most osteopathic treatment is gentle and should not cause undue discomfort.   If your injuries do require hands on treatment of painful and tender areas , your osteopath will exercise care to make you as comfortable as possible.                                                          Some people experience mild soreness for a day or two after treatment, similar to that felt after mild exercise SYMPTOMATIC RELIEF : Everybody, and everyones's cause of pain is different,  but generally you would expect to see some changes in your symptoms after one or two visits.         Some long term or chronic conditions may require a longer or more frequent treatment. If  you have any concerns, your osteopath will be happy to discuss these with you