West London Osteopathy & Acupuncture Clinic
Established since 2005
Treating Babies at West London Cranial Osteopathy Clinic
Paediatric & Cranial Osteopathy in West London
For older children and teenagers, the appointment focuses on the concern that brought you to the clinic, how it affects daily activity, and whether osteopathic care is appropriate. Please tell us about school, sport, previous injuries and any care already being provided.
An assessment may include observing movement and discussing symptoms with the child and parent or carer. Any examination and proposed treatment should be explained, with time for questions and consent before proceeding.
If symptoms need further investigation, the practitioner can recommend medical assessment. Ongoing pain, changes in movement or other concerns should not simply be attributed to growth or posture.
Call 0800 994 9525 to discuss an appointment and confirm the practitioner, clinic location and fee.
Paediatric osteopathy appointments are available for babies, children and young people at our Chiswick and Kensington clinics. The consultation begins with your concerns and your child’s medical history, followed by an age-appropriate assessment.
Any proposed care should be explained before you decide, including its purpose, possible risks, alternatives and the limits of the evidence. Cranial osteopathy is not established as a treatment for feeding difficulties, colic, sleep problems or glue ear.
Please speak to your GP, health visitor or paediatric team about these concerns. An osteopathy appointment does not replace routine childhood healthcare or medical assessment.
Planning care for your child
Preparing for your child’s appointment
Before booking, tell the team your child’s age, your main concern and whether a GP or specialist is already involved. Confirm the appointment location, practitioner, duration and fee.
Bring a list of medicines and any relevant reports. For babies, the child health record and details of pregnancy, birth and development may help the discussion. Your practitioner will explain what information is needed.
A parent or carer should attend. Please let us know about communication, accessibility or comfort needs so these can be discussed before your visit. You are welcome to ask questions and discuss alternatives before consenting to any examination or treatment.
Osteopathy for Babies and Toddlers in Kensington & Chiswick
If you are considering an appointment for a baby or toddler, contact the clinic first to explain your concerns and ask whether an assessment is appropriate. Please continue your child’s routine GP, health-visitor and paediatric appointments.
The practitioner will discuss the child’s history and explain any examination or proposed care. The approach depends on the individual assessment; treatment is not automatically needed after birth.
Ask what benefit is expected, what evidence supports it, what risks or alternatives apply, and how any progress would be reviewed. If your child is unwell or has feeding, hearing or developmental concerns, seek advice from the appropriate medical professional.
“Dr Nillie was very welcoming and professional in her approach and very good with children.”
Excerpt from a patient review. Individual experiences do not establish treatment effectiveness.
Maria Megaloeconomou
Business Consultant