Prenatal and Postnatal Osteopathy Services
All Yoga Mamas Osteopathic treatments are performed by an Osteopathic Manual Practitioner. These treatments may be eligible for coverage under your health care benefits.
Osteopathy
Osteopathic treatment is a gentle hands-on approach to health care. An educated touch and gentle palpation are used to evaluate anatomy and its function. Temperature, texture, motion, and vibration of the body tissues can be perceived and there is a tactile communication between therapist and patient. Treatment is guided by the patient’s body responses; allowing the treatment to be very gentle, safe, and effective. Gentle pressures and positioning of the body encourage the nervous system and tissues to relax, releasing restrictions, improving range of motion, and increasing overall health and vitality. The goal of Osteopathy is to optimize the self-healing mechanisms of the body.
Osteopathy looks at and treats the body as a dynamic whole, therefore all systems of the body are influenced through this manual therapy including:
- Nervous
- Circulatory
- Lymphatic
- Musculoskeletal
- Endocrine
- Cerebrospinous (CSF)
- Reproductive
- Respiratory
- Digestive and more
Osteopathy for Prenatal
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The body goes through an incredible transformation during pregnancy. As baby grows, the body’s mechanics change, shifting your posture and changing where stress is placed upon the body. Hormone changes soften connective tissue which can exacerbate these stressors. Imbalances can become irritated or painful and restrictions in the tissues and joints can affect fluid flow causing swelling. These changing mechanics also means breathing can become more difficult.
Osteopathy is a very gentle non-invasive manual therapy that restores balance to the body. An Osteopathic treatment reduces tension and strain so the body can adapt to the changes of pregnancy more efficiently. An Osteopathic Manual Therapist finds and frees up restrictions within the body, helping to improve body mechanics, so mama and baby can be more comfortable. Treatments can also improve baby positioning and prepare for labour |
Osteopathy during pregnancy can be beneficial for:
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Osteopathy for Postnatal
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Following birth, Osteopathy can help restore balance from the stresses that occurred during pregnancy and labour. This can ease the discomfort and pain a mama may be feeling and help speed up recovery by improving blood and lymphatic flow, optimizing the self-healing mechanisms of the body. Hormone changes continue to soften the body’s joints after birth creating laxity, which can also lead to discomfort. Because of this joint laxity it’s also a wonderful time to make positive changes and improve and rebalance tensions throughout the body helping you feel better now and for the future.
Posture can continue to change after birth with carrying your little (and continually growing) one and breast feeding and treatment can also help ease some of the strain placed upon the body during this time. An Osteopathic treatment elicits a relaxation response through the parasympathetic nervous system which has widespread physiological effects on the body and means mama’s can feel calm and relaxed following a treatment. |
These gentle treatments can include long term preventative care that helps restore pelvic mobility and alignment, reduce pain, and encourages overall wellness allowing you to relax, and enjoy your new little one.
Osteopathy following birth may help relieve:
Osteopathy following birth may help relieve:
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Osteopathy for Your Infant/Child
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Many of the problems commonly experienced in infancy may be caused by the forces of labour and delivery. A fast, slow, instrument-assisted birth, or C-section can all have a different impact on the pressures applied and forces sustained during delivery. These forces may be imprinted in the newborn creating structural imbalances and a variety of symptoms. Osteopathic treatment for newborns is very gentle with the intention of establishing fluid continuity and allowing the nervous system to relax and heal.
Osteopathy may help newborns with:
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Osteopathy is also an effective treatment during other developmental stages in a child’s life and can be beneficial for:
• Ear, throat, and nose concerns (such as otitis media/ear infections)
• Sports injuries
• Postural problems
• Difficulties focusing or concentration at school
• Ear, throat, and nose concerns (such as otitis media/ear infections)
• Sports injuries
• Postural problems
• Difficulties focusing or concentration at school
Erica Pearson, Osteopathic Manual Practitioner
Erica is a graduate of the Canadian Academy of Osteopathy (CAO) in Hamilton Ontario, where she received her Master in Practice Diploma of Osteopathic Manipulative Sciences (M.OMSc). This 4 year full time program was an absolutely challenging one, and changed the way Erica viewed the human body. It helped her understand why people can exercise and eat all of the right things, and still get sick or have pain. Osteopathy is where Erica has found her love and passion. She values the patient centered focus Osteopathy provides, and the individualized and practical/rational care it offers her patients.
Education and Certifications
Erica has long been passionate about optimal health and the human body. Consequently she spent almost a decade studying and learning this fascinating area of interest. First in London, at the University of Western Ontario where she graduated with a Specialization in Kinesiology and a Psychology Minor. During this time she volunteered at the Fowler Kennedy Sports Medicine Clinic providing support for the Physiotherapists and Kinesiologists there. She also obtained her certification in personal training from the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology.
Knowing that there was still much to learn and enjoying the practical side of the theory in her sports injury classes, she continued her studies and went on to learn Classical Osteopathy.
Approach to Care
Erica is very gentle and focused in her approach, catering to each individual in the way that’s best for them. She enjoys working with people to help them achieve their health goals, whether it's being able to dance the night away at your wedding, experiencing fewer headaches and less neck pain, recovering from an injury, preparing for surgery, or just having increased vitality overall so you can live your best life!
When not in the clinic, Erica likes to spend time with her friends, family, and her two cats. She loves taking pictures, trying out new recipes, and being outdoors (especially at Ipperwash beach!). She enjoys reading as well as attending Osteopathic courses to continue learning and developing her skills and knowledge, as an Osteopathic Practice is a life-long learning and growing endeavor.
Erica is a graduate of the Canadian Academy of Osteopathy (CAO) in Hamilton Ontario, where she received her Master in Practice Diploma of Osteopathic Manipulative Sciences (M.OMSc). This 4 year full time program was an absolutely challenging one, and changed the way Erica viewed the human body. It helped her understand why people can exercise and eat all of the right things, and still get sick or have pain. Osteopathy is where Erica has found her love and passion. She values the patient centered focus Osteopathy provides, and the individualized and practical/rational care it offers her patients.
Education and Certifications
Erica has long been passionate about optimal health and the human body. Consequently she spent almost a decade studying and learning this fascinating area of interest. First in London, at the University of Western Ontario where she graduated with a Specialization in Kinesiology and a Psychology Minor. During this time she volunteered at the Fowler Kennedy Sports Medicine Clinic providing support for the Physiotherapists and Kinesiologists there. She also obtained her certification in personal training from the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology.
Knowing that there was still much to learn and enjoying the practical side of the theory in her sports injury classes, she continued her studies and went on to learn Classical Osteopathy.
Approach to Care
Erica is very gentle and focused in her approach, catering to each individual in the way that’s best for them. She enjoys working with people to help them achieve their health goals, whether it's being able to dance the night away at your wedding, experiencing fewer headaches and less neck pain, recovering from an injury, preparing for surgery, or just having increased vitality overall so you can live your best life!
When not in the clinic, Erica likes to spend time with her friends, family, and her two cats. She loves taking pictures, trying out new recipes, and being outdoors (especially at Ipperwash beach!). She enjoys reading as well as attending Osteopathic courses to continue learning and developing her skills and knowledge, as an Osteopathic Practice is a life-long learning and growing endeavor.
Cathy Boyce, Osteopathic Manual Practitioner
Cathy graduated with an Honours Degree in Kinesiology at University of Waterloo in 1986. In the years that followed, she furthered her knowledge gaining certifications as a Massage Therapist , NASM Personal Trainer , Certified Fitness Appraiser and Fitness /Spinning / Pilates Instructor.
Education and Certifications
Her work experience included various settings: as a Rehabilitation Kinesiologist in private physiotherapy clinics, as a Fitness Director at a Tennis and Racquet Clubs, Freelance Personal Trainer, and as a Massage Therapist and owner of Living Fit a Spinning and Pilates studio.
After years of helping people of all ages recover their ability to move better and improve their health she expanded her skills and knowledge and studied the art of Osteopathy at the CAO in Hamilton and graduated as a Manual Osteopathic Practitioner in 2013.
Her passion for human movement and its impact on our state of well being has led her to continue post graduate studies in the field of Sensory Motor Development , Neuroplasticity, Biodynamics, and Foundational Movement Patterns .
Approach to Care
Cathy’s clinical focus has been towards working with newborns - 3 yrs and mothers pre and post pregnancy. This is a critical time period with the opportunity to impact their infants growth and development.
Her clinic experience with her varied knowledge base has inspired her to create a unique approach to treating the challenges of mothers and newborns as well as supporting those who would like to optimize the opportunity for optimal growth and development of their newborn .
Cathy graduated with an Honours Degree in Kinesiology at University of Waterloo in 1986. In the years that followed, she furthered her knowledge gaining certifications as a Massage Therapist , NASM Personal Trainer , Certified Fitness Appraiser and Fitness /Spinning / Pilates Instructor.
Education and Certifications
Her work experience included various settings: as a Rehabilitation Kinesiologist in private physiotherapy clinics, as a Fitness Director at a Tennis and Racquet Clubs, Freelance Personal Trainer, and as a Massage Therapist and owner of Living Fit a Spinning and Pilates studio.
After years of helping people of all ages recover their ability to move better and improve their health she expanded her skills and knowledge and studied the art of Osteopathy at the CAO in Hamilton and graduated as a Manual Osteopathic Practitioner in 2013.
Her passion for human movement and its impact on our state of well being has led her to continue post graduate studies in the field of Sensory Motor Development , Neuroplasticity, Biodynamics, and Foundational Movement Patterns .
Approach to Care
Cathy’s clinical focus has been towards working with newborns - 3 yrs and mothers pre and post pregnancy. This is a critical time period with the opportunity to impact their infants growth and development.
Her clinic experience with her varied knowledge base has inspired her to create a unique approach to treating the challenges of mothers and newborns as well as supporting those who would like to optimize the opportunity for optimal growth and development of their newborn .
Cancellation Policy:
All wellness cancellations must be a minimum of 24 hours, prior to your appointment time. We have a limited amount of wellness appointments available and they are in high demand. Any appointments cancelled outside of the 24 hours will be charged in full. Thank you for your understanding COVID-19 considerations will be made.
All wellness cancellations must be a minimum of 24 hours, prior to your appointment time. We have a limited amount of wellness appointments available and they are in high demand. Any appointments cancelled outside of the 24 hours will be charged in full. Thank you for your understanding COVID-19 considerations will be made.
