Foundation for Paediatric Osteopathy

My 6 year old daughter is unable to go through the night without wearing a nappy.(she doesn't have accidents during the day but will hang on till she is desperate before she goes)

This has only just become an issue with her as her 3 year old sister is now dry at night.

I have tried lifting her at different times but she wont have a wee, nothing seems to have any effect, as her sleep is so deep she doesn't wake up.

Hi Andrea

Many apologies for not appearing to reply to this sooner and my previous reply doesn't appear to show on this forum page.

A child's ability to stay dry at night goverened by many factors. Sometimes, these factors include mechanical strains within the body tissues which influence the structures involved (ie affect the ligaments which contol the position of the bladder) or the nerves which control the process. If these strains exist, then osteopathic treatment will make a difference.

I wouldn't be able to advise you on how much of an influence osteopathy could have without assessing your daughter. It would be a good idea come into the clinic for a consultation, which will involve a full osteopathic assessment to determine how much we can help your daughter.

best wishes
Nancy