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From Colic to Coordination – What Pediatric Rehab with an Osteopath Can Really Do
Authored by
Gültekin Daglar
Released on
September 6, 2025
Parents often find themselves overwhelmed when their little ones suffer from unexplained discomfort like colic or struggle with coordination. At the Seena Centre, pediatric osteopathy offers a gentle, hands-on approach to support your child’s natural development and ease those early challenges.
Why osteopathy? The body’s systems are intricately connected: the digestive system, nervous system, and musculoskeletal system all influence each other. For example, colic in babies can sometimes be linked to tension around the diaphragm and digestive tract → causing discomfort and fussiness.
Pediatric osteopaths use subtle techniques to release tension around the ribs, abdomen, and pelvis → helping improve digestion and reduce colic symptoms. But it doesn’t stop there.
When it comes to coordination and movement, the nervous system sends signals from the brain → through the spinal cord → to muscles and joints, guiding motor skills development. If there’s any restriction or misalignment in the spine or soft tissues, it can interfere with this process, leading to delays or awkward movements.
Through gentle manipulation and stretching, osteopathy at the Seena Centre helps release these restrictions → promoting better nerve function → supporting your child’s coordination, balance, and posture.
The result? Less discomfort, improved sleep, and a more confident, coordinated child ready to explore the world.
