Treatments

Cranial Osteopathy

Cranial Osteopathy is a gentle Osteopathic treatment that can be used in the treatment of as variety of conditions and can be used on people of all ages, including babies. Cranial Osteopathy requires detailed knowledge and is a highly skilled treatment requiring years of post-graduate training to perfect. Backs to Basics are proud to deliver this service to its patients across all age spectrums.

The vast majority of clients who are treated with Cranial Osteopathic methods find it relaxing and without discomfort, albeit, there has to be some handling of the area of pain. On all occasions, your Osteopath will seek to make it a stress free experience. Essentially, Cranial Osteopathy works toward the releasing of stress and tension throughout the body, which includes the head region.

One of the most important benefits of this treatment is that it can be particularly effective in helping babies and young children. Childbirth can be a traumatic episode for a baby, especially when difficulties occur during the delivery. This is often where the baby endures a variety of physical strains and tensions that can result in symptoms such as; colic, poor sleep patterns or inconsolable crying. This is stressful for the baby and for the parents.
By careful use of a highly trained sense of touch, the Osteopath can identify the cause of the problem, correct a strain pattern and allow the body to function normally, alleviating all associated symptoms.

Cranial Osteopathy can be used to help a diverse range of conditions, not only those relating to muscular-skeletal issues. It can also help relieve symptoms associated with ailments such as blocked sinuses, headache and glue ear.

If you would like to know how Cranial Osteopathy can help you or your child or to book an appointment
Call today on 01923 710424