Drmaryanne's Blog

Helping babies and children with osteopathic treatment is one of the most rewarding parts of my practice. The best time to start is right after birth (or preferably with mom before and during pregnancy). Children can be effectively treated at any but starting early can often prevent many issues and enhance their health. Key times are after birth (in the first week is best), and in the first 2 years of life. During the first 2 years the child is rapidly growing and testing the laws of gravity, commonly resulting in a compressed tailbone or bumps on the head. Just as your car runs better when tuned up, your children do too. Healthy children benefit from yearly “tuneups”, especially after sports seasons or injuries. Other key times when treatment is helpful is at transitional times such as 5 to 7 years of age and at puberty when a myriad of changes are taking place.