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PAEDIATRIC OSTEOPATHY IN CAMDEN
What is Paediatric Osteopathy?
Paediatric Osteopathy is a gentle, hands-on therapy that focuses on diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal issues in infants, children, and adolescents to improve their overall health and development.
Paediatric Osteopathy in London NW1
Just as restrictions in joints can cause dysfunction, imbalances and tension in a child’s growing body can lead to discomfort, developmental issues, or other symptoms affecting their overall health. Our experienced Paediatric Osteopaths provide very gentle, non-invasive hands-on treatment to help your child with aches and pains, injuries, postural issues, and other musculoskeletal complaints. Our Senior Osteopath Karina Spero specialises in Paediatric and Pregnancy Osteopathy as well as General Osteopathy for adults, and trained at the Osteopathic Centre for Children, a highly-regarded centre of excellence for paediatric care, education and research in the UK.
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In early development, the body is highly adaptable, but any restrictions in the musculoskeletal system may create compensations that impact movement, posture, and comfort. These tensions may stem from birth trauma, growth spurts, or even everyday activities. Left unaddressed, they can lead to issues such as musculoskeletal pain, digestive issues, or sleep disturbances.
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Paediatric Osteopathy works to gently assess, diagnose, and treat these restrictions to promote healthy development, improve mobility, and alleviate discomfort, ensuring that your child is happy and healthy.
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Paediatric Osteopathy can help children navigate the demands of school life, growing pains, and life changes, and offer support for their emotional wellbeing, as well as their physical wellbeing. Our Senior Osteopath Karina Spero offers supportive Osteopathic treatment for neurodivergent children, including children with autism and ADHD.
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We offer Paediatric Osteopathy for babies, children and teenagers of all ages, from newborn all the way up to 18.
Osteopathy for Babies in London
Our Paediatric Osteopathy treatments include Osteopathy for babies, including newborn babies. A baby’s early development can sometimes be affected by tension or imbalances in the musculoskeletal system, which may arise from birth or everyday movements. Our experienced Paediatric Osteopaths offer gentle, hands-on treatment designed to release these tensions and support your baby’s natural growth and well-being.
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Osteopathy for babies can help with feeding difficulties, sleep issues and unsettled babies, and baby’s head position preference (which can lead to changes in head shape).
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We also offer Mum & Baby Checks, which are joint appointments where we see mum and baby together for a check-up any time from one or two weeks after birth. Find out more about our Mum & Baby Checks here.
Osteopathy for Younger Children in London
As babies grow into young children and become more active, their bodies face new challenges as they start walking, playing, and attending nursery or school. Along with the excitement of learning to speak and navigating social interactions, they may also experience coughs, colds, and the occasional bumps and falls from increased activity.
At this stage, children might also develop common digestive issues like tummy aches or constipation, which can affect their comfort and well-being. Osteopathy offers gentle support to help manage these physical changes, promoting healthy movement and addressing any discomfort as they grow and explore the world around them.
Osteopathy for Older Children & Teenagers in London
Older children and teenagers experience rapid physical changes, growth spurts, and increased activity, all of which can put a strain on their developing bodies. Our Osteopathy treatments for older children and teenagers focus on relieving tension, addressing postural issues, and supporting the body’s natural balance during these critical years.
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Osteopathy can also help with the emotional challenges of growing up, from treating tummy aches arising from stress to dealing with tension from anxiety and other mental health struggles.
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Osteopathy for teenagers offers a safe, gentle way to promote mobility, reduce discomfort, and improve overall musculoskeletal health, helping teens stay active, healthy, and resilient as they navigate this important stage of growth.
Book an Appointment for Paediatric Osteopathy in London
If you've got any questions about Paediatric Osteopathy, our clinic, the treatments we offer, or whether we'll be able to treat your child, you can book a free 15-minute phone consultation with one of our friendly clinicians, who'll be happy to talk you through your options.
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If you're ready to book an appointment for Paediatric Osteopathy, you can do that here - just select an appointment for Osteopathy with Karina Spero.