Cranial osteopathy in Leeds
Cranial osteopathy is a subtle type of osteopathic treatment. A trained osteopath uses very gentle manipulation and pressure to encourage the release of stresses and tensions throughout the body, including the head.
It is a gentle yet extremely effective approach and may be used in a wide range of conditions for people of all ages, from birth to old age.
- What can cranial osteopathy help?
- Cranial Osteopathy in Leeds at the Good Health Centre
- Cranial Osteopathic treatment
- Osteopathy for children and babies
- What to expect?
- Cautions and care
- Training and regulation
- Find out more
What can cranial osteopathy help?
Cranial osteopathy treats the whole individual, not just a list of symptoms. So patients with a wide range of problems may benefit from therapy, these include:
- Headaches, migraine and sinus problems.
- Back and neck pain;
- Sporting injuries and joint pain.
- Digestive problems and irritable bowel symptoms.
- Menstrual pain and cramps
- Stress management and improving general health and well-being.
- Cranial Osteopathy is widely used for babies and children to help with crying, colic, feeing and sleeping problems
Cranial Osteopathy in Leeds at the Good Health Centre
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Cranial Osteopathic treatment
Cranial osteopaths are trained to feel a very subtle, rhythmical shape change that is present in all body tissues. This is called Involuntary Motion or the Cranial Rhythm.
Tension and stresses in the body build up and can disrupt the cranial rhythm. Trained osteopaths examine your cranial rhythm to discover what stresses and strains your body is under at present, and what tensions it may be carrying as a result of your past physical traumas and health. It also gives them an insight into the overall condition of your body, for example if it is healthy, or stressed and tired.
It is a gentle and non invasive form of treatment that is achieved through subtle manipulation an of the skull or other parts of the body.
Osteopathy for children and babies
Osteopathy is an effective and natural approach to healthcare for all ages. Osteopaths treat babies, children and teenagers for a variety of common complaints, and simply to ensure healthy postural development.
How can cranial osteopathy help my baby?
A baby's skull is made up of a number of bones that can overlap and move to adapt to the force of birth. However the pressures of a complicated birth, rapid labour or forceps delivery can result in the baby's head not fully recovering form the distortion. This may lead to problems including:
- Crying and irritability
- Feeding difficulties.
- Sickness, colic and wind.
- Sleep disturbances.
Cranial osteopathy can gently correct the problem, leading to happier babies...and parents.
How can cranial osteopathy help my child?
As children grow, other problems may become apparent due to earlier strains or the rough and tumble of childhood.
Cranial osteopathy can help:
- Repeated infections, particularly ear infection, sometimes with a loss of hearing and 'glue ear'.
- Sinus and dental problems
- Behavioural problems and learning difficulties, including poor concentration and hyperactivity.
- Headache, other aches and pains.
After treatment
Often, after treatment, the baby or child is very relaxed and sleeps well. Others have a burst of energy, and then have a good night's sleep. Occasionally children feel unsettled and tearful, but this is a temporary situation that happens when mechanical changes are occurring, and only lasts for a day or two.
What to expect?
On your first visit your osteopath will take a full history and examine your body to make an in-depth assessment. You may be asked to remove some outer clothing and to perform some simple movements.
It is advisable to wear loose clothing that you feel comfortable moving in.
Using very subtle and gentle techniques the osteopath will use his or her hands to release the stresses and strains.
You may feel soft pressure or warmth and the sensation that tension is being drawn out of your body.
Cautions and care
Cranial osteopathy is a very gentle and safe form of osteopathic treatment, however it is always important to inform your practitioner of any medical problems or medication so that they can identify the right therapeutic options for you.
Training and regulation
Osteopaths undertake four to five-year honours degree programmes underpinned by thorough clinical training.
The osteopathy profession is regulated by law by the General Osteopathic Council. It keeps one register of all osteopaths.
In the UK, only practitioners who are registered
with the General Osteopathic Council are
allowed to call themselves osteopaths.
Find out more
General Osteopathic Council
Tel: 020 7357 6655
Website: www.osteopathy.org.uk
