The course looks at the osteopathic treatment of children both in theory and in practice. The focus is on different areas of osteopathy:

1. Theory and principles of osteopathy
   • Evaluation of the concepts of osteopathy
   • Osteopathic principles in pediatrics
   • Sutherland’s model of tissue attraction
   • Studies on the osteopathic treatment of newborns
2. Practical approaches and techniques
   • Treatment approaches for babies and children
   • Practical experience in the treatment of newborns and children
   • Diagnostics and possible causes of dysfunctions
3. Specific anatomical and physiological considerations
   • Role of fascia, viscera and the respiratory system in treatment
   • Consideration of diaphragms, fulcra and the perceived sense
   • Somatosensory integration in treatment
4. Child development and birth
   • Development of newborns
   • Asymmetrical positions in the uterus and their consequences
   • Birth: process, influences and consequences for later life
5. Psychosocial aspects
   • Relationship between parents and child