The use of high-velocity, low-amplitude techniques in paediatric osteopathic care: two multinational cross-sectional surveys on clinical practice and educational curricula

The use of high-velocity, low-amplitude techniques in paediatric osteopathic care: two multinational cross-sectional surveys on clinical practice and educational curricula

Up to one osteopathic consultation out of four involve infants and children. Although the clinical effectiveness of osteopathic care in paediatric populations remains inconclusive, available evidence suggests that it is generally safe. In contrast, high velocity, low amplitude technique (HVLA) has been associated with potential adverse effects. To inform a professional position on the use of HVLA techniques in paediatric care, this study investigated (1) the use of HVLA techniques by osteopathic practitioners in the treatment of infants, children, and adolescents, and (2) the extent to which HVLA techniques are included in osteopathic training programmes for these paediatric age groups … MORE