As children grow and become more and more active, Osteopathy may assist in treating a wide range of problems that are common during childhood and adolescents. As osteopaths use a wide range of techniques of varying pressure, treatment is suitable for children of any age.
- Growing pains
- Knee pain (e.g. Osgood Schlatters)
- Discomfort associated with Scoliosis
- Heel and Foot pain (e.g. Severe’s Disease)
- Neck pain due to computer use and poor studying posture
- Low back pain associated with heavy school bags
- Hamstring strains and tears
- Shoulder pain
- Headaches
- Repetitive injuries associated with swimming, tennis, gymnastics
- Injuries associated with contact sports or playground falls