416 Ilam Road, Fendalton, Christchurch 8052
Clinic Hours: Monday - Friday 7am - 8pm
Clinic Hours: Monday-Friday 7am-8pm
Children’s growing bodies are constantly adapting, and even minor misalignments can lead to challenges now or later in life. Osteopathy is perfect for children because it enhances their natural healing with minimal intervention. Over the last 10 years, we have helped numerous Christchurch children with issues like back pain, headaches, sports injuries, growing pains and constipation. Our techniques are super gentle – you will hardly think we are touching your child. We get some incredible results very quickly from very simple, non-invasive treatment.
Osteopathy is a safe, natural form of manual therapy that aims to improve movement, reduce pain, and support overall well-being. At Better Health Osteopathy in Christchurch, we specialise in treating children of all ages, from infants to teenagers, with gentle, hands-on techniques that help relieve tension, improve circulation, and encourage the body’s natural healing process.
Some of the most common conditions osteopathy may help with in children include:
Digestive Issues
By improving structural balance and mobility, osteopathy may help prevent future injuries and support your child’s physical well-being as they grow and develop.
At Better Health Osteopathy, we believe in personalised care. Every child is unique, which is why we take the time to thoroughly assess their condition before recommending any treatment.
✔️ A detailed case history to understand their health, lifestyle, and symptoms ✔️ A comprehensive assessment to identify areas of strain or imbalance✔️ A discussion on whether osteopathy is suitable for their condition✔️ If appropriate, a gentle, hands-on treatment plan tailored to their needs✔️ Advice on stretches, posture, and rehabilitation exercises if required
Our approach is always gentle and age-appropriate, using soft tissue techniques and joint mobilisation to support natural movement and healing.
Parental and child consent is always obtained before treatment begins.
Yes! Osteopathic treatment for children is extremely safe, gentle, and is non-invasive. Our osteopaths are fully qualified professionals, ensuring that your child receives the highest standard of care at every treatment.
We always work at your child’s comfort level. If we determine that another form of care (such as medical intervention or imaging like X-rays or MRI) is needed, we will provide appropriate referrals.
If your child has sustained an injury, we can help process their ACC claim, meaning part of their treatment may be covered.
We will guide you through the process and ensure that your child receives the care they need.
✔️ Gentle, child-friendly techniques suitable for all ages ✔️ Holistic approach that considers the whole body, not just symptoms ✔️ Experienced osteopaths in children’s health ✔️ Personalised treatment plans tailored to your child’s needs ✔️ ACC-accredited providers – we can assist with injury claims
Give your child the care they deserve. Whether they’re struggling with posture, growing pains, or sports injuries, our team at Better health OSteopathy in Christchurch can provide gentle, expert osteopathic treatment to help them feel better, move freely, and thrive.
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