This one hour talk gives an introduction to the concepts of primitive reflexes – and gives insights into what function they play About this event There are endless examples of exercises to ‘remedy’ so called ‘retained’ primitive reflexes. But, are these reflexes really just movement based? How can certain muscle movements cause fear to recede, […]
Extended two hour version of the Introduction to primitive reflexes, concepts and paradigms webinar
This TWO hour talk gives an introduction to the concepts of primitive reflexes – and gives insights into what function they play – it is an extended version of the one hour talk, so there will be overlap, but this longer version allows things to be delivered in more detail. If you attended / […]
Rhythm and oscillation in osteopathy – neurodevelopment and infant feeding
Caroline Stone D.O.(Hons), MSc(Ost), MEd, MClinEd hosts this event: What are biological oscillations, what are central pattern generators? How do they relate to infant feeding and suck swallow breathe? What do fluid vibrations, osseous perception and vestibular function all have in common – they all impact on autonomic tone. How do the primitive reflexes and […]

LIFE SUCKS! An updated and extended breastfeeding, lactation and mother-infant support and osteopathy course
This extended and updated course is aimed at osteopaths who have a strong interest in supporting the mother-infant dyad, and families and mums who are struggling with feeding their babies in some way, or with babies who are not establishing feeding. Osteopaths have many special skills to apply in a clinical context, at this critical […]
Primitive Reflexes, neurodevelopment, autonomic integration, cognitive, communicative and neurobehavioral considerations
This course builds on the content within the paeds series but now goes much further It integrates many aspects and gives clear direction for a wide variety of issues, for testing, evaluating, integrating care pathways, for appreciating the lived experiences of people and how to apply osteopathic care perspectives from many angles – including vagal […]
Neurodevelopment Short Course
This is an overview course, from a neurodevelopmental, neurophysiological, neuroceptive and somatoemotional perspective. It goes through various primitive reflexes in the content of child development, not just for motor and movement development, but emotional, language and affective development, from babies through to children. This course also though, gives an overview / introduction to arousal, autonomic […]
Full Paeds CPD Series
THE FULL NEW AND REVISED PAEDIATRICS SERIES – INCLUDING MUSCULOSKELETAL AND SYSTEMIC / VISCERAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL ISSUES FROM INFANTS TO ADOLESENTS This is a series of 15 lecture modules plus many other resources and videos, offering over 30 hours of evidence based clinical relevant education and osteopathic concepts, including practice guidance and technique commentaries. […]
Breastfeeding short course – overview for mum and baby
This is a 2 part lecture on a wide variety of considerations for osteopaths and similar healthcare professionals looking for insights into the hands on care of mums and baby with feeding difficulties. This covers frequently occurring issues for mother-infant dyads, and looks at anatomy, stress, impact of birth strain, and other factors. Looks at […]