Newborn, infant, and pediatric massage therapy are effective alternative treatments for alleviating physical symptoms and emotional discomfort associated with various medical conditions in young children. Infant Cranial Sacral Therapy (CST) is a gentle, noninvasive technique that utilizes light touch to relieve tension in the tissues surrounding a baby's head, spine, and sacrum. It addresses various issues, including head trauma at birth, latching difficulties, fussiness, painful breastfeeding, vomiting/reflux, pain after feeding, misshapen heads, and more. CST aims to provide immediate relief, with noticeable results often achieved in 1 to 3 treatments. At Essential Health & Healing Hands, our therapists specialize in assisting infants with tongue, cheek, and lip ties, collectively known as ankyloglossia. These conditions are diagnosed by a pediatrician, pediatric dentist, or lactation specialist and may require pre- or post-surgery intervention (frenectomy). Our therapy offers numerous benefits, including improved feeding and weight gain, enhanced joint mobility, reduced anxiety and stress, better respiratory function, and improved sleep patterns. Research suggests that massage therapy may positively impact conditions such as torticollis, asthma, ADHD, autism, Down syndrome, dermatitis, cystic fibrosis, leukemia, and cerebral palsy. The benefits extend beyond these conditions, promoting improved joint mobility, reduced anxiety, enhanced weight gain, decreased stress, and better long-term behavioral and developmental outcomes.

Reiki, meditation, and mindfulness also provide many benefits. These services help heal fear and anxiety, promote safety and calmness, and nurture healthy well-being. They aid in developing self-confidence, interpersonal skills, and learning abilities, equipping children with essential tools for personal growth and success. Reiki has been beneficial in addressing ADD/ADHD, inattentiveness, irritability, emotional issues, hyperactivity, and defiance. Infant and Toddler Massage offers a gentle, nurturing experience for children aged 3 months to 4 years. This one-hour session promotes relaxation and emotional well-being, enhancing physical development, improving sleep quality, and supporting overall health. This holistic approach creates a comforting environment that encourages bonding between the child and caregiver, fostering a strong sense of security and trust. This alternative treatment can alleviate physical symptoms and emotional discomfort associated with various infant and pediatric medical conditions, such as anxiety, depression, headaches/migraines, TMJ, asthma, ADHD, autism, Down syndrome, cystic fibrosis, leukemia, and cerebral palsy. Benefits include improved joint mobility, reduced anxiety, enhanced weight gain, decreased stress, improved respiratory function and sleep patterns, and better long-term behavioral and developmental testing scores. Child athletes aged 8 to 17 frequently encounter the same discomforts and injuries as adult athletes, such as muscle strains, Osgood-Schlatter disorder, growth plate disorders, and avulsion injuries. Our Sport & Injury Massage for Children is expertly crafted to alleviate their pain and accelerate healing. Our team of highly trained therapists specializes in working with athletes of all ages, ensuring that your child receives the vital care necessary to maintain peak health.