Bone health in children
Bone health in childen If there is one thing that concerns us at the practice, more than many other issues, it is bone health in children and young adults. It is vital that during childhood through to early adulthood, our youngsters maximise their bone strength. When the skeleton is still growing, the body needs support […]
Baby head shape and plagiocephaly
“My baby’s head is flat! Is that normal?” is a question we often get from worried parents. Flat head syndrome, (positional plagiocephaly) is a flattening of the back or side of a baby’s head, altering the overall shape of their skull. The incidence of plagiocephaly is reported to be as high as 46.6% at 7 weeks to […]
Osteopathy for Babies and Children in Worthing
How can osteopathy help babies and children in Worthing is a common question we get asked. Gemma Radmall specialises in treating babies and children and joins Broadwater Osteopaths in November 2018! Broadwater Osteopathic Practice in Worthing is pleased to announce a new member to the team, Gemma Radmall. Gemma will be joining our team as […]
How to choose a good shoe for a child
Top tips for buying kids shoes Lots of us love our shoes and kids are often no less fussy when it comes shoes. Growing feet need special attention and it is vital to choose wisely. Many children will spend over 32 hours each week in their school shoes, so picking the best ones for them […]
Back Pain in Children
Back Pain in Children Like adults, children can suffer from back pain as a result of a variety of lifestyle activities. And like adults, there are number of things that parents and carers can do to prevent issues arising. If your child does complain of back pain, it is important to seek advice from qualified professional, such […]
