Pediatric CranioSacral Therapy
Through pediatric craniosacral therapy (CST) we work to remove physical and emotional trauma from babies and young children, as well as to promote broader health and wellbeing.
What is paediatric craniosacral therapy?
CranioSacral Therapy (CST) is a specialised field of alternative medicine, born from osteopathy, that supports health. Its’ name stems from the craniosacral system – the membranes and fluid that surround the brain and spinal cord – Central Nervous System. The process allows for the healing of emotional as well as physical pain, trauma and anxiousness.
How it works
CST supports regulation of the nervous system and allows conditions resulting from stress and trauma to resolve. It enhances baby’s natural healing processes to let go of the impact of negative mental, physical or emotional experiences incurred during or after birth.
Benefits
A craniosacral treatment can address newborn concerns by removing compression patterns set during birth. A treatment for baby can address feeding issues, colic and reflus, aid restlessness, encourage correction of mishappen head shape and torticollis, and support overall balance and calm.
Children of all ages benefit from craniosacral therapy. It supports their growth, calms their nervous system, relieves symptoms of asthma, digest headaches and calms their nervous system.
Teens too, benefit from a CST treatment. Issues around school phobia, bullying, confidence and self-esteem are some of the concerns we deal with regularly. Post covid, many children are experiencing new levels of anxiety and phobias. CranioSacral therapy can calm and restore balance to their overstimulated nervous system by releasing tension and rebalancing the body systems.
What happens during craniosacral therapy?
The treatment takes place in a warm, caring environment where you and your child will feel supported.
Firstly, I will invite you to discuss any issues or concerns that you would like help to resolve.
Once ready, your baby/child will lie on a table, similar to a massage table. They can play with a toy if it helps them relax during their treatment. If they are more comfortable sitting on a parent’s knee or have a parent sit next to them that is possible too.
Using gentle hands-on-techniques, areas of compression and misalignment can be eased as your baby’s body softens and relaxes. With compression and tension released, baby’s body is feed up to function naturally and wellbeing restored.
Please note my experience has shown that a home visit works well for new mothers and babies – if you would prefer a home visit that can be arranged.
How often should I book craniosacral therapy?
Many children and teens we work with have regular treatments as a protective measure to encourage a healthy immune system and to clear toxins from their body. For newborn babies 1 – 3 treatments should be sufficient.
What conditions does CST help with?
- Feeding issues
- Colic and reflux
- Mishappen head
- Restlessness
- Torticollis
- Stress
- Trauma
- Anxiety
- Digestive issues
How quickly can I expect results?
The time it takes varies for each child and the condition being treated. If you choose a highly experienced therapist, it’s common to get noticeable results from a single session. On average three treatments are required. Following a difficult delivery, and for premature babies, more treatments may be needed.
It’s best to book a free consultation to discuss your child’s reasons for CST, so that the therapist can give you a clearer idea of a typical treatment programme for your child’s particular condition.
About the treatment
- Treatment duration: 1 hour
- Clinic location: The Wave Clinic, Cova, 32 Trafalgar Road, Greystones, Co. Wicklow
- Suitability: All ages and genders
- Relief: feeding issues, Colic and reflux, misshapen head, restlessness, torticollis,, stress, trauma, anxiety, pain, digestive issues
- Cost: €60 per session
- Typical treatments needed: 1 – 3 (condition dependant)
- Certified therapist: Mary Mitchell CST – T Paediatrics
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I also offer Paediatric Reflexology
Pediatric reflexology can offer significant benefits by promoting relaxation and reducing stress in children, which can improve their overall well-being and sleep quality. Additionally, it may help alleviate headaches or digestive issues.
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