fbpx

Our Treatments

Osteopathy in Pregnancy

The body of a woman goes through several changes during pregnancy. Osteopathic treatment may help the body to adapt and make the pregnancy much more comfortable.

OSTEOPATHY IN PREGNANCY

The body of a woman goes through several changes during pregnancy.11 As the pregnancy progresses, the weight gain, the widening of the pelvic bones and the increased lumbar curvature all contribute to pregnancy discomforts.12

Relaxin, a hormone that regulates collagen, softens the pelvic joint and ligaments in preparation for delivery. Unfortunately, this makes the body more vulnerable to strain and can result in pain. Osteopathic treatment may help the body to adapt and make the pregnancy much more comfortable.13, 14, 15

Please note that the research references below are pilot studies. There is a need for larger trials to confirm these findings.

11Spinal curvature and characteristics of postural change in pregnant women. Okanishi N, Kito N, Akiyama M, Yamamoto M. Acta Obstet Gynecol Scand. 2012 Jul;91(7):856-61.

12Pregnancy-related lumbopelvic pain: listening to Australian women. Pierce H, Homer CS, Dahlen HG, King J. Nurs Res Pract. 2012;2012:387428.

13Osteopathic manipulative treatment in pregnant women. Lavelle JM. J Am Osteopath Assoc. 2012 Jun;112(6):343-6.

14Managing Back Pain During Pregnancy. Colliton J.Denver Spine and Rehabilitation Center in Denver, Colo.Medscape Womens Health. 1997 Jan;2(1):2.

15A randomized controlled trial comparing a multimodal intervention and standard obstetrics care for low back and pelvic pain in pregnancy. George JW, Skaggs CD, Thompson PA, Nelson DM, Gavard JA, Gross GA. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2012 Oct 23

Cranial Osteopathy

Cranial osteopathy is a subtle type of osteopathic treatment that may help the release of stresses and tensions accumulated in the body.

Osteopathy for Children

Osteopathic treatment using the cranial approach is very gentle, safe and positive in the treatment of babies and children.

Visceral Osteopathic Technique (VOT)

IBC Care uses visceral osteopathic techniques in a holistic manner, aiming to balance health. These techniques are low-invasive and may be used in all age groups.

IBC Care offers general osteopathy, visceral osteopathy, osteopathic care for pregnant women & children as well as Naturopathic Treatment - Functional Medicine Approach.

CHECK OUR FULL SERVICE LIST
  • Hours and Services
    When you can book an appointment

    Pre-treatment online consultation (compulsory prior to the first Face-to-Face consultation) – Monday & Wednesday: 2pm – 6pm

    Face-to-Face consultation – Tuesday & Thursday: 10am – 6pm | Wednesday: 2pm – 6pm

  • Book Online
    How to make a booking

    Booking an Appointment is a simple process. Please follow these instructions for online bookings.

  • Contact us
    How you can contact us

    Please ring our friendly reception team on 020 7792 4499 or follow the link for the online booking.

  • How to find IBC Care
    See the map

    IBC care  is located at 9 Upper Wimpole Street, London, W1G 6LJ. View more for directions.

TESTIMONIALS

Words from our patients