Osteopathy
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Babies and Children
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Learning Difficulties

Learning difficulties may be described as affecting any child who is not realising his/her full potential. This broad umbrella term includes some common named conditions such as dyslexia, dyspraxia and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and many children who do fit any of these but have their own unique learning issues.

Osteopaths may be able to help some types of learning difficulty by releasing physical strain that may interfere with the child’s ability to sit and concentrate.

Gradual recognition of learning difficulties

Learning difficulties do not suddenly happen. Usually there are indications that a problem may be present from birth onwards. Early on the child may be able to overcome these difficulties, and seems to be reaching milestones. However, as demands are placed on him at school, it may become increasingly difficult for him to keep up with his peers. Eventually he falls behind, and a ‘learning difficulty’ is identified.

Osteopathic treatment

For best results, osteopathic treatment should be carried out as young as possible. On average 4-6 treatments are required, but this varies according to the age of the child and the severity of the problem. Parents and teachers often report an improvement in concentration, and that the children seem to find it easier to grasp new concepts.

Osteopathy is not a cure-all, but by helping to make the child comfortable so that he or she can sit still more readily, improving sleep quality and improving concentration, it can be of significant help to children who are struggling to achieve their potential.